Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) 

Build a practical approach to diagnosing and managing deep vein thrombosis.

This beginner course is designed for physicians and other healthcare professionals who want to learn how to assess patients with suspected deep vein thrombosis and perform a focused ultrasound examination of the lower extremities.

The course focuses on how to identify patients who should undergo ultrasound examination, understand the relevant vascular anatomy, recognize findings consistent with DVT, and integrate ultrasound findings into clinical management and follow-up.

What you will learn

Throughout the course, we will cover:

• Clinical assessment of suspected DVT – understand how clinical presentation and diagnostic findings can help determine when ultrasound examination is indicated.
• Relevant vascular anatomy – learn the key anatomy of the femoral and popliteal regions needed to perform a focused DVT examination.
• Ultrasound technique – learn how to systematically examine the femoral and popliteal regions of the lower extremity.
• Recognizing DVT – understand the key ultrasound findings associated with deep vein thrombosis.
• Pitfalls and differential diagnoses – recognize common challenges and conditions that may mimic DVT.
• Treatment – understand the principles of management when a thrombosis is identified.
• Follow-up – learn what to consider when evaluating and following patients after a DVT diagnosis.

Who is this course for?

Physicians and other healthcare professionals who are new to DVT ultrasound or want to build a structured and practical approach to the assessment of suspected deep vein thrombosis.

Course access

6 months of online access.
Learn at your own pace and revisit the material throughout your access period.

Medically reviewed by Eirik Tjønnfjord, MD Consultant in Hematology.