Superficial vein thrombosis (SVT) is a condition characterized by the formation of a blood clot in a superficial vein, often in the legs. While traditionally viewed as a benign and self-limiting ...
DVT can also lead to long-lasting problems. It may damage the vein and cause the leg to ache, swell, and change color. Clots can also form in superficial veins. Blood clots with inflammation in ...
DVT occurs when a blood clot (or thrombus) forms in a deep vein, typically far from the skin’s surface and situated within muscle groups. Deep veins, which are thicker than superficial veins ...