Soleal vein dilatation assessed by ultrasonography is an independent predictor for deep vein thrombosis after major orthopedic surgery

In addition to gender and TKA, SV dilatation detected by ultrasonography is an independent predictor of DVT after major orthopedic surgery. Determination of SV diameter by ultrasonography before major orthopedic surgery is useful for assessing the risk of postoperative DVT.