Care for Deep Vein Thrombosis at University of Colorado Hospital

Why Choose Treatment for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) at University of Colorado Hospital?

At University of Colorado Hospital, vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists work together to provide the best treatment for Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT. We offer the most effective medical treatments, as well as cutting-edge catheter and laser technologies for DVT.

What is Deep Vein Thrombosis?

A 2002 survey from the American Public Health Association found that 74% of U.S. adults knew little or nothing about Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). This is an alarming number, considering every year 2 million people get deep vein thrombosis and up to 200,000 of them die from it.

DVT occurs when a blood clot develops deep in the veins of the leg. These clots usually form below the knee, but can also develop above the knee. They can cause discomfort due to the inadequate blood flow. These clots can be dangerous, because they may significantly slow down the flow of blood to the heart, or they may break loose and lodge in the heart or lung.

Departments Treating Deep Vein Thrombosis

Cardiac & Vascular Center
Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora
(720) 848-5300

Deep Vein Thrombosis Research

Title – Multi-Center Human Alert Trial to Prevent DVT and PE

Purpose – To evaluate physician response to human alerts informing the clinician that his/her patient may be eligible for thromboprophylaxis. Medical records are reviewed to evaluate prescribing decisions and to evaluate rates of venous thromboembolism.

Sponsor – Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Sanofi-Aventis