You make the diagnosis of superficial thrombophlebitis. This imaging test comes back saying “no evidence of deep vein thrombosis”.
The d-dimer comes back elevated so you ask for an ultrasound. She is Well’s criteria low so you order a d-dimer. You do an appropriate history and physical examination. Title: She’s Got Legs (Deep Vein Thrombosis and Thrombophlebitis)Ĭase Scenario: A 58-year-old woman arrives to the ED with a painful leg.
