Jornal Internacional de Neurorreabilitação

Deep Vein Thrombosis: Prevalence and Risk Factors in an Intensive Inpatient Neurorehabilitation Unit

Abstract

Sami Duan

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition characterized by the formation of Blood Clots (thrombi) within deep veins, most commonly in the legs. These clots can pose significant health risks, particularly in patients undergoing intensive care or rehabilitation following neurological conditions. In the context of an intensive inpatient neurorehabilitation unit, the prevalence of DVT and its associated risk factors become critically important to manage, as these patients often face prolonged periods of immobility and other factors that contribute to thrombotic events. DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the lower leg, thigh, or pelvis. These clots can block blood flow, causing swelling, pain and potentially life-threatening complications if they break loose and travel to the lungs, causing a Pulmonary Embolism (PE). The incidence of DVT varies across different patient populations, but individuals undergoing intensive neurorehabilitation are at heightened risk due to various factors associated with their condition and treatment protocols.