{"id":1001000,"date":"2025-01-20T21:09:32","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T20:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/?page_id=1001000"},"modified":"2026-10-11T00:54:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-10T22:54:30","slug":"dvt-ultrasound-naples","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/dvt-ultrasound-naples\/","title":{"rendered":"Suspected DVT in Naples: leg ultrasound and medical assessment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for a <strong>DVT ultrasound in Naples, Italy<\/strong>? New pain or swelling in one leg, including after a flight, needs medical assessment. <strong>If you suspect a blood clot, seek urgent medical advice and do not wait for an online appointment.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/deep-vein-thrombosis-dvt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS guidance on suspected DVT<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to call 112 immediately<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, coughing up blood or fainting may indicate a pulmonary embolism or another emergency. Call <a href=\"tel:112\">112<\/a> immediately and ask for emergency medical assistance.<\/strong> Do not drive yourself or wait for a message or booking confirmation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/pulmonary-embolism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS: pulmonary embolism<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italia.it\/it\/italia\/informazioni-per-viaggiare\/numeri-emergenza-e-assistenza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official visitor information: emergency numbers in Italy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms that need prompt assessment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg. Possible symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>new swelling, usually affecting one leg;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pain or tenderness in the calf or thigh;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>warmth around the painful area;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>redness or another change in skin colour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These symptoms cannot confirm DVT by themselves, and not everyone has all of them. Seek urgent medical assessment if DVT is suspected. If prompt assessment cannot be arranged, attend an emergency department, called <em>Pronto Soccorso<\/em> in Italy. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/deep-vein-thrombosis-dvt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS: symptoms and urgent assessment<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6adbb6ab4ef45&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6adbb6ab4ef45\" class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trombosi-venosa-napoli-ecocolordoppler.png-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Venous ultrasound assessment of the lower limbs for suspected deep vein thrombosis\" class=\"wp-image-1416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trombosi-venosa-napoli-ecocolordoppler.png-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trombosi-venosa-napoli-ecocolordoppler.png-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trombosi-venosa-napoli-ecocolordoppler.png-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/trombosi-venosa-napoli-ecocolordoppler.png.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colour duplex ultrasound of the leg veins (EcoColorDoppler).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A swollen leg after a flight or journey to Naples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long periods of sitting during travel by plane, car, coach or train can increase blood-clot risk. CDC highlights journeys lasting more than four hours. For most travellers the risk is small, but it rises with additional factors such as a previous clot, recent surgery, limited mobility, pregnancy, oestrogen-containing medicines or active cancer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/blood-clots\/risk-factors\/travel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC: blood clots and travel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not assume new swelling in one leg is simply travel fatigue. Tell the clinician when symptoms started, how long you travelled and which medicines you take. If you are visiting Naples, mention your next flight or onward journey so that your care plan can take it into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How a venous Doppler ultrasound helps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clinician considers your symptoms, risk factors and examination findings before deciding which tests are needed. <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/venous-colour-duplex-ultrasound-naples\/\">Venous colour duplex ultrasound of the legs<\/a> examines blood flow and can identify clots in the deep veins. Ultrasound is a standard imaging test for DVT. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/blood-clots\/testing-diagnosis\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC: testing and diagnosis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The result must be interpreted with the clinical assessment. Further tests, repeat imaging or hospital assessment may be necessary. A leg-vein scan does not replace emergency assessment for possible pulmonary embolism. Treatment, including whether an anticoagulant is appropriate, is decided by the treating clinician. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/blood-clots\/testing-diagnosis\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC: diagnosis and treatment<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vein assessment at Centro Medico Gargano<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Centro Medico Gargano provides vascular assessment and lower-limb venous EcoColorDoppler in Naples. <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/dr-ciro-gargano-cv\/\">Dr Ciro Gargano<\/a> is a physician with specialist training in Diagnostic Radiology (Radiodiagnostica), practising in vascular diagnostics and phlebology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a planned examination or clinician-directed follow-up, contact the clinic or choose an available appointment. Bring previous reports, relevant test results and a list of medicines. When contacting us, confirm the consultation arrangements and language support you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Address:<\/strong> Via Marchese Giuseppe Palmieri 71, Napoli, Italy. <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/contact-directions\/\">Contact details and directions<\/a>. Clinic telephone: <a href=\"tel:+390817809641\">+39 081 780 9641<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"faq-trombosi-venosa\"><strong>Frequently asked questions about venous thrombosis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details cmg-faq-trombosi-item has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#e6d3d6;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#faf6f7;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;padding-top:18px;padding-right:18px;padding-bottom:18px;padding-left:18px\" name=\"cmg-faq-trombosi\"><summary><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#faf6f7;color:#772832\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What are the main risk factors for DVT?<\/mark><\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Older age<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>prolonged immobility (<strong>for example, after long journeys by plane, train or car<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recent surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cancer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pregnancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>use of oral contraceptives or hormone therapy, and genetic predisposition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thrombophilia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details cmg-faq-trombosi-item has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#e6d3d6;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#faf6f7;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;padding-top:18px;padding-right:18px;padding-bottom:18px;padding-left:18px\" name=\"cmg-faq-trombosi\"><summary><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#faf6f7;color:#772832\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Can DVT go away on its own?<\/mark><\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Medical treatment is needed to prevent complications such as pulmonary embolism.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details cmg-faq-trombosi-item has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#e6d3d6;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#faf6f7;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;padding-top:18px;padding-right:18px;padding-bottom:18px;padding-left:18px\" name=\"cmg-faq-trombosi\"><summary><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#faf6f7;color:#772832\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Are compression stockings helpful?<\/mark><\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compression stockings may help reduce pain and swelling when prescribed after a medical assessment. They do not replace anticoagulant treatment and should not be presented as guaranteed protection against new blood clots.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details cmg-faq-trombosi-item has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#e6d3d6;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#faf6f7;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;padding-top:18px;padding-right:18px;padding-bottom:18px;padding-left:18px\" name=\"cmg-faq-trombosi\"><summary><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#faf6f7;color:#772832\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Is it safe to travel after a DVT diagnosis?<\/mark><\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It depends on the individual situation. Walking is generally encouraged, but travel is discouraged; always consult your doctor before taking a trip.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details cmg-faq-trombosi-item has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#e6d3d6;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#faf6f7;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;padding-top:18px;padding-right:18px;padding-bottom:18px;padding-left:18px\" name=\"cmg-faq-trombosi\"><summary><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#faf6f7;color:#772832\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Sudden leg pain: why have a colour Doppler ultrasound?<\/mark><\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sudden pain in one leg can have several causes: a cramp, a muscle strain, a joint problem or irritation of a nerve, as in sciatica. In other cases, it may be due to a problem with blood circulation. <strong>The location of the pain alone is not enough to identify its cause:<\/strong> a medical assessment is important to understand what is happening. <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/003182.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MedlinePlus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When pain affects only one leg, especially if accompanied by <strong>swelling, increased skin warmth or redness<\/strong>, it is important to promptly assess the possibility of <strong>deep vein thrombosis<\/strong>, which is a blood clot forming inside a deep vein. These symptoms do not necessarily mean thrombosis, but they require urgent medical assessment. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/deep-vein-thrombosis-dvt\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nhs.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/venous-colour-duplex-ultrasound-naples\/\"><strong>Colour duplex ultrasound of the leg veins<\/strong><\/a> is a key examination when thrombosis is suspected: it allows the clinician to examine the veins, look for clots and assess blood flow within them. It is <strong>non-invasive and uses no ionising radiation<\/strong>, providing useful information to guide diagnosis and treatment. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiologyinfo.org\/en\/info\/venousus?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Radiologyinfo.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the symptoms and examination findings, the doctor may also examine the arteries or request targeted investigations for possible muscle, joint or neurological causes. <strong>Not every case of leg pain requires a colour Doppler ultrasound, but when a vascular problem is suspected, this examination can be crucial.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radiologyinfo.org\/en\/info\/vascularus?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Radiologyinfo.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cmg-avviso-urgenza-trombosi has-border-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-10fec679 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#772832;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;background-color:#fff6f0;margin-top:24px;margin-bottom:24px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If leg pain and swelling are accompanied by sudden shortness of breath or chest pain, call 112 or 118 immediately: do not wait for an outpatient appointment<\/strong>, as these could be signs of a pulmonary embolism. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/deep-vein-thrombosis-dvt\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nhs.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book a planned vein ultrasound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>New acute symptoms or suspected DVT require urgent assessment: do not wait for the online calendar. For breathlessness, chest pain, coughing up blood or fainting, call 112.<\/strong> The buttons below are for planned appointments and practical enquiries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cmg-cta-buttons\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:center;gap:14px;margin:28px 0 36px\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/centromedicogargano.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:14px 24px;background:#5B3FD6;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.2;border-radius:7px;text-align:center;min-width:170px\"> Book a planned vein ultrasound <\/a> <a href=\"tel:+390817809641\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:14px 24px;background:#4D4D4D;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.2;border-radius:7px;text-align:center;min-width:170px\"> Call the clinic <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/393487035744?text=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20information%20about%3A%20Suspected%20DVT%20in%20Naples%3A%20leg%20ultrasound%20and%20medical%20assessment.\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:14px 24px;background:#25D366;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.2;border-radius:7px;text-align:center;min-width:170px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> WhatsApp <\/a> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a DVT ultrasound in Naples, Italy? 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