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Immobility is a known risk factor for DVT and other types of venous thromboembolism due to venous stasis. Venous stasis is one of the three elements of Virchow's triad.
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a
Recent immobility
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Liver failure causes clotting factor deficiency and, as a result, makes a person more susceptible to bleeding rather than clotting.
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b
Liver failure
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Dehydration increases the risk of DVT, not overhydration.
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e
Fluid overload
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These reduce the stasis of venous blood in the legs, reducing the risk of DVT formation.
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c
Use of compression stockings
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This is not a recognised risk factor for DVT, although some of the risk factors for MIs and DVTs will overlap. Additionally, if someone has had an MI they are likely to be on antiplatelets/anticoagulation which will reduce the risk of DVT formation
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d
History of myocardial infarction (MI)
Concept
Chapter
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3795
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Topic
161
Emergency Medicine
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A patient in ED is asking about why they have developed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). You explain Virchow's Triad.

Which of the following is a risk factor for DVT?
a