The Use of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Device for Symptomatic Relief in Patients With Post Thrombotic Syndrome

Villalta Scale

The scale consists of five patient-rated venous symptoms (pain, cramps, heaviness, paresthesia, pruritus) and six clinician-rated physical signs (pretibial edema, skin induration, hyperpigmentation,pain during calf compression, venous ectasia, redness),which are each rated on a four-point scale (0 = none,1 = mild, 2 = moderate, 3 = severe). Points are summed to produce a total score (range: 0-33). Subjects are classified as having Post Thrombotic Syndrome if the score is 5 or more, or if a venous ulcer is present, in a leg with previous DVT.

Time frame: 1 month