DVT Awareness
Often called a “silent killer,” deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a type of clot that forms in a major vein of the leg or, less commonly, in the arms, pelvis, or other large veins in the body. Between 300,000 and 600,000 Americans are affected by these clots annually, which can quickly turn deadly when they detach and travel to the lungs, blocking blood flow in what is called a pulmonary embolism (PE). Despite the seriousness of these clots, many Americans remain unaware of them and cannot recognize critical risk factors or take necessary preventive measures. Learn more about DVT risk factors, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
