Dr.Sultan
04-08-2009, 04:01 PM
THROMBOPHLEBITIS: DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (INCLUDING
PULMONARY EMBOLI CONSIDERATIONS)
Thrombophlebitis is a condition in which a clot forms in a vein, associated with inflammation/trauma of the vein wall or a
partial obstruction of the vein. Clot formation is related to (1) stasis of blood flow, (2) abnormalities in the vessel walls, and
(3) alterations in the clotting mechanism (Virchow’s triad). Young women and the elderly are at greatest risk.
Thrombophlebitis can affect superficial or deep veins. Although both conditions can cause symptoms, deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) is more serious in terms of potential complications, including pulmonary embolism, postphlebotic
syndrome, chronic venous insufficiency, and vein valve destruction. Note: Approximately 50% of patients with DVT
are asymptomatic.
طالع المرفق
PULMONARY EMBOLI CONSIDERATIONS)
Thrombophlebitis is a condition in which a clot forms in a vein, associated with inflammation/trauma of the vein wall or a
partial obstruction of the vein. Clot formation is related to (1) stasis of blood flow, (2) abnormalities in the vessel walls, and
(3) alterations in the clotting mechanism (Virchow’s triad). Young women and the elderly are at greatest risk.
Thrombophlebitis can affect superficial or deep veins. Although both conditions can cause symptoms, deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) is more serious in terms of potential complications, including pulmonary embolism, postphlebotic
syndrome, chronic venous insufficiency, and vein valve destruction. Note: Approximately 50% of patients with DVT
are asymptomatic.
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