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DVT Evaluations: Test to Treat at Inovia

Our teams at Inovia Vein Specialty Centers have built a reputation for outstanding, accessible care for patients with varicose veins & venous disorders. But did you know that we also offer priority same-day…

Should You Travel with Blood Clots?

A common question is if you should travel with blood clots. It is well known that long-distance travel confers a small increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) such as blood clots, deep venous thrombosis…

DVT Risks in Children & Teenagers

Blood clots can happen at any age. While they are more common in adults, blood clots such as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can also happen in children and teenagers. In short – there is no “normal age&…

Celebrities Who Have Suffered or Died From Varicose Veins & DVT

Deep vein thrombosis, more commonly called DVT, is a condition that can cause death by pulmonary embolism. DVT has affected the lives of many people over the years, including a long list of well-known celebriti…

Treating DVT Cannot Wait

Although it rarely receives much attention, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a rather serious condition that can strike anyone at anytime. DVT can arise due to injury, after surgery or illness, or simply after a l…

COVID Vein Clots Both Big and Small

We all know that symptoms from an infection with the coronavirus (COVID-19) can starts with a fever and cough. In some patients, hospitalization is required. We are now learning that there is a sign…

Treat DVT at Inovia Vein Center During COVID-19

At Inovia Vein Specialty Centers, we understand many of you are worried about how to treat the serious vein disease known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Many local emergency rooms may be flooded with dozens, if…

What Is Venous Thromboembolism? | A Doctor's Guide

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a serious medical problem in which a blood clot develops or even blocks a blood vessel deep within the tissue. Specifically, VTEs develop in veins, which are the blood vessels th…

Varicose Vein Treatment Reduces Risks of DVT

We are often asked if varicose vein treatment reduces risks of DVT. There is in fact evidence of this from patients having major orthopedic surgery. One of the biggest risks after major orthopedic surgery, suc…

Superficial Vein Phlebitis

Any vein can develop a blood clot. Blood clots in the deep veins are called deep vein thrombosis, or DVT. Blood clots in the superficial veins are called superficial vein thrombophlebitis…or SVT. Commo…