Difference between revisions of "Thrombophlebitis"
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Revision as of 13:57, 7 January 2011
Description
- The inflammation of a vein due to clot formation. Breaking the word down into its two parts, thrombo means clot and phlebitis means inflammation of a vein.
- Thrombophlebitis is a problem when catheters are not maintained properly or are placed under unsterile conditions. This condition can lead to more serious problems such as septicaemia or endocarditis.
- Thromboplebitis is a common problem in horses, but not dogs and cats.