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Economy Class Syndrome - Deep Venous Thrombosis
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
The first step in diagnosing a deep venous thrombosis is a medical history and physical examination. Blood flow studies, a type of ultrasound, are commonly used to diagnose DVT. The healthcare provider may also order an MRI or other imaging studies.