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Table 1 Computerized strain-gauge plethysmography reference values for controls and patients with DVT.

From: Peripheral vascular disease assessment in the lower limb: a review of current and emerging non-invasive diagnostic methods

Venous parameter

Control (mean and 95% confidence interval)

Patients with DVT (mean and 95% confidence interval)

Venous emptying (mL/100 mL × min)

84

78–90

110

104–116

Venous outflow rate

0.58

0.54–0.62

0.76

0.74–0.78

Half refilling time (S)

6

4–7

17

15–18

Venous refilling volume (mL/100 mL)

1.11

0.95–1.27

1.65

1.52–1.78