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After surgery a patient’s left leg has become swollen and tender. The diameter of the calf has increased and passive movements cause pain. What is the most probable diagnosis?

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After surgery a patient’s left leg has become swollen and tender. The diameter of the calf has increased and passive movements cause pain. What is the most probable diagnosis?

  1. DVT
  2. Lymphedema
  3. Peripheral vascular disease
  4. Hematoma
  5. Superficial thrombophlebitis
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waelhammad
2022-10-29
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The key is A. DVT. [Swelling, tenderness and enlarged calf diameter are features of DVT supported by positive Homan’s test (pain on passive movement)].

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