Deep vein thrombosis of the lower extremities

The veins play a very important role in the human body. They carry all the slagged blood from the internal organs to the heart and lungs. When there are pathologies in the work of blood vessels, the quality of life is significantly reduced. One of the serious diseases is deep vein thrombosis of the lower extremities.

This disease threatens the life of the patient, because when the clot is separated from the vein wall and passing it with a blood stream, it is possible to clog the vital vessels of the heart and lungs.

Not always a thrombosis of deep veins of the lower extremities can be accompanied by any signs. The manifestation of this disease depends on the location of the thrombus and in most cases passes without symptoms. Violation of the outflow of blood partially removes perforating veins, which redirect blood to the subcutaneous veins.

Symptoms of thrombosis:

· The presence of a painful syndrome of a bursting nature, which is greatly enhanced by prolonged walking or standing. Reduction of the pain syndrome is noted when the feet are raised.

· Severe swelling of the legs in various areas.

· Blue skin

Deep vein thrombosis of the lower extremities directly depends on the pathology of blood coagulability. The presence of viscous blood and any causes that interfere with normal blood flow are prerequisites for the formation of thrombi. With the formation of one, even a small thrombus, the inflammatory process in the vein begins and the formation of a number of blood clots. It is the stagnation of blood that becomes the reason why thrombosis of the deep veins of the lower extremities occurs.

What can become the trigger mechanism for the development of such a serious disease? There are many reasons, among them:

· Frequent physical strain of the body

· Post-traumatic injury of the limbs

· Inflammatory disease

· Long period of recovery after surgery or other interventions, implying a bed rest.

· The period of recovery after childbirth or abortion.

· Start taking oral contraceptives.

· Presence of oncological diseases.

· Pathological processes in the blood clotting system.

· Long stay in a sitting position during long flights or driving.

When diagnosing thrombosis, treatment should be carried out in a hospital under the supervision of a doctor. In this case, medication and minimally invasive interventions are prescribed. Do not often have to resort to surgery.

The main treatment will consist of the following procedures:

· Bed rest with leg elevation should be strictly followed. This contributes to an outflow of venous blood, which carries slag from the organs.

· Use of the drug heparin for 7 days, which helps reduce coagulability and improve blood quality.

· Admission of direct anticoagulants (for example, warfrin), treatment which lasts for six months and promotes a strong dilution of blood.

· In case of an early stage disease, thrombolytic therapy is used. In later terms, it is contraindicated, since it can contribute to the detachment of the thrombus and lead to death.

· Use of an operative intervention, during which a thrombus is removed from the lumen of the vein. Not on time treatment of thrombosis of a serious stage leads to blue phlegmase and, subsequently, to gangrene.

Prevention of this disease includes various measures that prevent the development of blood clots. These include the use of specialized underwear and elastic bandages. With their help, it is possible to squeeze the superficial veins, which contributes to increased blood flow. It is necessary to exclude as much as possible various risk factors and engage in therapeutic gymnastics. It is necessary to adjust the food and make leisurely walks every day.