This handout explains blood clots, their symptoms, and how ...

This handout explains blood clots, their symptoms, and how they are treated. What is a blood clot? Blood clots occur when blood thickens, forms clumps, and stops flowing normally. When clots form inside a blood vessel or organ, they can be dangerous. What is a deep vein thrombosis? A . deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms inside a vein. Most DVTs form in leg veins, either ... ................
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