TABLE 3

High-risk features of superficial vein thrombosis

Extensive superficial vein thrombosis (> 5 cm)
Involvement above the knee, particularly if 3 cm or less from the saphenofemoral junction
Severe symptoms
Involvement of the greater saphenous vein
History of venous thromboembolism
Active cancer
Recent surgery
  • Based on information in references 1, 15, and 16.