A 42-year-old with suspected DVT (calf swelling, Wells 2). D-dimer positive. Next step?...

Question

A 42-year-old with suspected DVT (calf swelling, Wells 2). D-dimer positive. Next step?

Accepted Answer

Start interim anticoagulation and arrange proximal leg vein ultrasound within 24 hours

Answer

CTPA

Answer

Wait for ultrasound without anticoagulation

Answer

Oral aspirin until scan

Answer

MRI venography

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Suspected DVT