What is the most likely finding in a patient with acute arterial occlusion due to deep venous thrombosis?

In the context of acute arterial occlusion, the most likely finding related to deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is the occurrence of a pulmonary embolism. When a DVT develops, there is a risk that a thrombus from the deep veins of the legs can dislodge, travel through the venous system, and eventually occlude a pulmonary artery, leading to a pulmonary embolism.

While stroke can occur due to various causes including arterial occlusion, it is more directly associated with emboli arising from arterial sources, particularly in the context of conditions such as atrial fibrillation or carotid artery disease. In this case, the acute presentation of DVT is directly correlated with the risk of pulmonary embolism, rather than stroke.

Patent ductus arteriosus and cerebral aneurysm are not relevant to the acute complications stemming from DVT. They represent congenital or structural anomalies unrelated to the context of venous thrombosis. Therefore, the primary concern in a patient presenting with acute symptoms linked to DVT is the potential for pulmonary embolism, making it the most likely finding in this scenario.