In this Article

• What are blood clots?
• What causes blood clots?
• What are the risk factors for blood clots?
• What types and conditions are caused by blood clots?
• What are the symptoms of blood clots?
• How are blood clots diagnosed?
• How are blood clots treated?
• What are the complications of blood clots?
• How can blood clots be prevented?
• Blood Clots At A Glance
• Patient Discussions: Blood Clots - Describe Your Experience
• Blood Clots Glossary
• Blood Clots Index

Blood Clots At A Glance

• Blood clots form when blood fails to circulate adequately.
  
  
• Arterial thrombi form when a plaque ruptures and promotes an acute clot formation.
  
  
• Venous thrombosis occurs when prolonged immobilization allows blood to pool in an extremity and then clot.
  
  
• The diagnosis is suggested by the history and physical examination and often confirmed with a radiologic test.
  
  
• Treatment may require surgery, anti-coagulation medications, or a combination of the two.
  
  
• Prevention of blood clots involves attention to the risk factors for vascular disease.
  
  
• Serious complications can arise from blood clots, and individuals should seek medical care if they believe a blood clot exists.

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