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Case #1 -
A 58 year old with a swollen leg

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1.) What additional history is important in this patient?  Answer 
2.) What are usual risk factors for deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?  Answer 
3.) What are the hypercoagulable states that may predispose to DVT?  Answer 
4.) What are important physical signs to be noted in this patient?  Answer 
5.) Why is it important to confirm the clinical diagnosis with an objective test?  Answer 
6.) How can you objectively diagnose DVT?  Answer 
7.) What is the management of deep vein thrombosis?  Answer 
8.) What are potential complications of deep vein thrombosis?  Answer 
9.) How is long-term management of DVT different in a pregnant female?  Answer 
 
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