Can mri detect deep vein thrombosis?

Yes but why ?: Peripheral deep vein thrombosis is detected by safer, cheeper , and quicker doppler ultrasound sonography. Mri is not used for that purpose but vascular MRI is a great tool in detection of intracranial vascular problems.

Likely: But ultrasound is cheaper, effective, available, and accurate.

Yes but.: An MRI can detect DVT but it is not the procedure of choice because it is expensive, not always readily available and takes time to do and process the results. A venous ultrasound is the preferred test to diagnose DVT with an accuracy over 95% if the DVT is between the groin and lower calf. If the DVT is above the groin then a ct or mr(mrv) would be a good alternative.