Venous Thromboembolism
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The internist, the angiologist, and the vascular surgeon are the professionals who most often address venous thromboembolism, a disorder in which clots form within the deep veins that can break loose and travel to the lungs. It mainly comprises deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
Common causes: it is associated with prolonged periods of immobility, surgeries, certain blood conditions, and other factors that favor clotting.
Common symptoms: swelling, pain, or warmth in one leg; when it affects the lung, shortness of breath or chest pain may arise.
When to seek care? the sudden onset of difficulty breathing requires urgent evaluation. Talking with the hematologist or the vascular specialist helps clarify any questions about your case.
Data on 433 doctors who treat venous thromboembolism
Which specialist treats venous thromboembolism?
Venous thromboembolism is treated by a vascular specialist or a vascular surgeon, specialists in blood vessels, with support from a hematologist and a pulmonologist if the lungs are affected. Seek care immediately if you have swelling in one leg with pain or sudden difficulty breathing.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in venous thromboembolism
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Frequently asked questions
What is venous thromboembolism?
The internist, the angiologist, and the vascular surgeon are the professionals who most often address venous thromboembolism, a disorder in which clots form within the deep veins that can break loose and travel to the lungs. It mainly comprises deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
Which doctor treats venous thromboembolism?
Venous thromboembolism is treated by a vascular specialist or a vascular surgeon, specialists in blood vessels, with support from a hematologist and a pulmonologist if the lungs are affected. Seek care immediately if you have swelling in one leg with pain or sudden difficulty breathing.