DVT Evaluation Using POCUS for Diagnosis and Treatment

Improving Lower Extremity DVT Outcomes in the Outpatient Setting: An Evaluation of 3-Point of Care Ultrasound for Timely Diagnosis and Treatment

This study will include approximately 50 patients who will be enrolled if there is suspicion of lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Each patient will receive a point-of-care ultrasound performed by physicians in an outpatient clinic. All patients will receive a subsequent confirmatory gold standard venous duplex ultrasonography. The investigators will compare time to diagnosis and treatment initiation and evaluate short-term clinical outcomes, including pulmonary embolism, hospitalization, ICU care, and mortality.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Penn State health patient
• 18 years and older
• English speaking
• Presentation at clinical office with symptoms of a DVT

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy
• Less than 18 years old
• Non-English speaking
• Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis