Villalta Score for Post-thrombotic Syndrome (PTS)
Stratifies severity of post-thrombotic syndrome in lower extremity DVT.
Use in patients with lower extremity DVT. Note: all symptoms and signs refer to the affected leg.
Management
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May consider conservative treatment, e.g. elastic compression stockings (ECS), for mild to moderate PTS.
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In patients with moderate to severe PTS uncontrolled with ECS alone, may consider intermittent compression devices or pneumatic compression sleeve units.
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For lifestyle limiting refractory and/or severe PTS, may consider endovascular treatment.
Critical Actions
Clinical severity, multidisciplinary evaluation, and patient preference should guide management.