What is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, often in the legs, which can cause pain and swelling and may lead to serious complications if it travels to the lungs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, often in the legs. This can cause pain, swelling, and potentially serious complications if the clot dislodges and travels to the lungs, leading to a pulmonary embolism. Varicose veins (C) are enlarged, twisted veins close to the skin's surface, not deep veins. Aneurysm (D) is the ballooning of a blood vessel, not a clot formation. Pulmonary embolism (B) is a complication of DVT, not the initial condition.
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