Difference between revisions of "Thrombophlebitis"

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*Thromboplebitis is a common problem in horses, but not dogs and cats.
 
*Thromboplebitis is a common problem in horses, but not dogs and cats.
 
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[[Category:Venous_Pathology]][[Category:To_Do_-_Cardiovascular]]
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Revision as of 23:03, 16 December 2010

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.