• Question: hi,is there a certain problem with the veins and arteries that comes up more than others?

    Asked by Alex to Laura on 14 Mar 2016.
    • Photo: Laura Haworth

      Laura Haworth answered on 14 Mar 2016:

      Hi,

      Yes we see a lot of DVT”s- deep vein thrombosis- which is when we find clot in the deep veins within the legs/arms.
      Arteries- is when we see blockages or small narrowings in these which reduces blood flow distally- therefore can cause problems for people when they walk if the narrowing is in the legs or can cause a stroke if the narrowing is in the artery to the brain.

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