What Is Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome?
9. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
This particular condition is noteworthy as it can lead to a life-threatening condition called a pulmonary embolism. In KTS, malformations can occur in deep veins, leading to an increased risk for deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
DVT refers to the formation of blood clots (thrombi) in one or more of the deep veins in your body (usually in the lower limbs). This clot can obstruct the blood flow through the vein, causing pain and swelling of the affected limb. Should a clot in a vein break off, there is a good chance of it finding its way to the lungs. Here, it can cause a blockage to blood flow. This can then cause the lungs to fail to function properly and turn fatal. Symptoms of a pulmonary embolism include sudden shortness of breath, elevated heart rate, chest pain, and coughing up blood.
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