Options for treating deep vein thrombosis (DVT) include medications, mechanical thrombectomy, or a combination of both.

DVT Treatment Options

In general, less invasive options are preferred for treating DVTs, ranging from the administration of anticoagulant (blood-thinning) or thrombolytic (clot-dissolving) medications to removal of the thrombus with a mechanical thrombectomy device. Combination therapy that uses mechanical thrombectomy to deliver localized thrombolytics has recently received considerable attention as a treatment for DVT. Click on a treatment at left to learn about some of the most commonly prescribed options. Consult your healthcare provider to determine which treatment is most appropriate for you.