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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in the leg or arm. There are two types of veins in the leg: superficial veins which lie just below the skin and can be seen on the surface, and deep veins which lie deep within the leg muscles.
Post-thrombotic syndrome is one complication from a blood clot in the leg which results in long-term swelling and pain. PTS occurs in approximately 40% of persons with DVT and varies from person-to-person in its severity. Post-thrombotic syndrome is discussed in detail, here.