Can deep vein thrombosis (DVT) be cured?

A deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) that forms inside a deep vein, most often in a leg. DVTs are treated with medications that stop additional clot formation and allow the clot to naturally dissolve. They are commonly called "blood thinners." The blood clot may or may not fully dissolve. With treatment blood flow from the leg will improve, but there may be residual swelling in the lower leg.