Figure 1.

Diagnostic algorithm for patients with symptoms suggesting acute deep venous
thrombosis
The recommended diagnostic approach allows for some flexibility depending upon the resources
at a particular
institution
Mechanical Pharmacologic Combination
For high risk
Exercises Aspirin
patients

Range of Unfractionated
motion heparin

Graduated Low-molecular-
stockings weight heparin

Pneumatic
Warfarin
compression
 Cicurlatory
support

Medical Thrombolysis

Initial
antocoagulation
Management of
pulmonary
embolism
Percutaneous
embolectomy

Vena Caval
Surgical
Filters

Surgical
Embolectomy