An ambulatory 49-year-old with isolated distal calf DVT, minimal symptoms, and no risk for extension asks about therapy. Best initial approach?...

Question

An ambulatory 49-year-old with isolated distal calf DVT, minimal symptoms, and no risk for extension asks about therapy. Best initial approach?

Accepted Answer

Serial ultrasound surveillance without immediate anticoagulation

Answer

Full-dose anticoagulation for 6 months

Answer

IVC filter placement

Answer

Start aspirin only

Answer

Anticoagulate for 2 weeks then stop

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Isolated Distal DVT