Author: Dr. Raghu Cardio

Imagine you’re sitting through a long flight or recovering from surgery, and days later, you notice swelling, pain, or warmth in your leg. You shrug it off—but what if it’s something more serious? What if your body is silently developing a blood clot that could threaten your life? That condition has a name: Deep Vein…

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. If untreated, it can lead to pulmonary embolism (PE)—a life-threatening complication where the clot travels to the lungs. Timely diagnosis and treatment by an expert cardiologist are crucial to prevent severe complications. Understanding Deep…