Which of the following being is the most frequent site of thrombus ?

Correct answer: B. Veins of lower extremities

  • A. Portal vein
  • B. Veins of lower extremities
  • C. Pulmonary vein
  • D. Hepatic vein

Explanation

The commonest clinically important thrombi arise in the deep veins of the lower limbs, especially the calf veins. Portal, pulmonary and hepatic veins are much less frequent sites of primary thrombosis.

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