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How long do DVT treatments last?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a life threatening condition that needs to be treated as soon as possible with various treatment options. In this video, Dr Jessie Shea estimates the lengths of different treatment options, according to different types of DVT patients.
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The length of time you are advised to take anticoagulation depends on various factors. If you have had a DPT during pregnancy or an operation, then after the birth or when you are fit again, the increased risk is much reduced. So anticoagulation may only need to be for a few months. On the other hand, some people continue to have increased risk of a DVT. In this case, anticoagulation may need to be long term. As a guide, for a DVT you will need at least three months of treatment. Some people at higher risk of another DVT may need longer than this, particularly if the cause of DVT is not found.
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