Acute deep vein thrombosis carries the risk of migrating to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
Due to this, the mainstay of treatment is anticoagulation (blood thinners).
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1. Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis
In some cases where acute DVT occurs in the major veins (iliac veins, vena cava) a treatment called catheter-directed thrombolysis (clot busters) may be used to reopen them and re-establish blood flow.
2. Conservative Treatment
If it is determined that the clot is superficial, then most patients will only need minor treatments such as compression stockings, warm compresses for their legs and anti-inflammatory medication.
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