When recurrent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is suspected, the initial test should be a compression ultrasound if a previous ultrasound is available for comparison. A highly-sensitive D-dimer is also a possible initial test. If the compression ultrasound results are abnormal but non-diagnostic (increase in residual venous diameter of < 4 but ≥ 2 mm), further testing with venography or CT venography may be indicated. Patients suspected to have a recurrent episode of DVT may benefit from thrombophilia evaluation.
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Suppurative thrombophlebitis risk factors
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Varicose veins risk factors
Portal vein thrombosis risk factors
Deep vein thrombosis differential diagnosis
Deep vein thrombosis causes
Splenic vein thrombosis risk factors