About Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is a clot which has formed within a deep vein of an extremity, usually in the calf or thigh, or in the pelvis. If a portion of the clot breaks off and moves through the bloodstream, results can be debilitating or fatal.
Risks for DVT Include:
- Prolonged bed rest
- Tobacco use
- Pregnancy
- Medications such as estrogen and birth control pills
- Obesity
- Recent surgery (especially hip, knee, or female reproductive organ surgery)
- Sitting for a long time, such as on a long plane or car trip
- Family history of Deep Venous Thrombosis
About Stasis Ulcer
A stasis ulcer is a breakdown of the skin caused by fluid build-up in the skin from poor vein function. Fluid leaks from the veins into skin tissue when the blood backs up rather than returning to the heart through the veins.