Deep Vein Thrombosis

Minimally invasive deep vein thrombosis treatment

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs. Symptoms of DVT can include swelling, pain, discoloration and abnormally hot skin at the affected area.

Spectrum’s interventional radiology specialists have extensive vascular expertise, enabling them to treat a range of vascular problems including DVT, without surgery:

• Catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) for deep vein thrombosis (DVT): DVT occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs. With CDT, a clot-busting drug is delivered directly to the clot via catheter, using imaging guidance. The catheter then breaks up the clot with pressurized fluid and siphons it away.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about any of these procedures or schedule a consultation, simply call our Vascular & Interventional Radiology office at 207.956.6650.