Question

A 34-year-old presents with suspected DVT of the calf and a Wells score of 1 (unlikely). Best next step?

Accepted Answer

D-dimer test and if positive arrange proximal leg vein ultrasound within 4 hours (or interim anticoagulation if delayed)

Answer

Start therapeutic anticoagulation immediately

Answer

Do nothing

Answer

Immediate CTPA

Answer

Start aspirin

Practice question

A 34-year-old presents with suspected DVT of the calf and a Wells score of 1 (unlikely). Best next step?