Wells Criteria for DVT Calculator

Written byMedicalicUpdatedSep 24, 2026

Clinical Features

Active cancer Paralysis, paresis, or recent plaster immobilization of the lower limb Recently bedridden for more than 3 days or major surgery within 12 weeks Localized tenderness along the deep venous system Entire leg swollen Calf swelling at least 3 cm larger than the other leg Pitting edema confined to the symptomatic leg Collateral superficial veins Previously documented DVT

Alternative Diagnosis

Alternative diagnosis is at least as likely as DVT

Results

Wells score —

Clinical probability —

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Update History

September 24, 2026

Originally written by Medicalic.

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Written byMedicalicUpdatedSep 24, 2026

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