Free Wells Score Calculator (DVT)

Calculate the Wells score for estimating the probability of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

Wells Score

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Maximum Possible Score8

Wells Score for DVT

The Wells score estimates the pre-test probability of deep vein thrombosis.

Scoring Criteria

Each criterion scores +1 point, except "alternative diagnosis as likely" which scores -2.

Risk Categories

ScoreProbabilityDVT Prevalence 0 or lessLow~5% 1-2Moderate~17% 3+High~53%

Patients with low probability and negative D-dimer can safely avoid imaging.

Example Calculation

A patient with active cancer, bedridden >3 days, and calf swelling.

  1. 01Active cancer = +1
  2. 02Bedridden >3 days = +1
  3. 03Calf >3 cm larger = +1
  4. 04Total = 3 (High probability)

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