Increase in D-dimer levels is noticed in immediate post-operative period. Most appropriate cause is:
Correct Answer: DVT
Description: Post-operative period increases the risk of DVT due to immobilization. Diagnosis of DVT: D-dimer measurement: If normal, no indication for fuher investigation but, if raised, a duplex ultrasound examination of the deep veins should be performed Duplex ultrasound: Filling defects in flow and lack of compressibility indicate the presence of a thrombosis . Ascending venography: Shows thrombus as a filling defect, is now rarely required .
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