Problem

Phlebitis

Nature:

Phlebitis (or venitis) is inflammation of a vein, usually in the legs. It most commonly occurs in superficial veins. Phlebitis often occurs in conjunction with thrombosis and is then called thrombophlebitis or superficial thrombophlebitis. Unlike deep vein thrombosis, the probability that superficial thrombophlebitis will cause a clot to break up and be transported in pieces to the lung is very low.

Broader Problems:
Vasculitis
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems
Date of last update
23.02.2021 – 13:08 CET