The femoral vein, a blood vessel located deep inside each of the thighs, is prone to blood clots. Known as femoral vein thrombosis, a blood clot in the femoral vein or its branches can have serious ...

Thrombosis occurs when a clot blocks the flow of blood. There are two main types: arterial and venous. Arterial thrombosis develops in an artery. It’s typically caused by atherosclerosis (plaque ...

Diagnosis for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) typically involves imaging tests. Following diagnosis, a doctor can advise on suitable treatments. DVT occurs when blood clots form in deep veins. If these ...