no. phlebitis is a inflamation of vein which often leads to development of a clot.
Phlebitis = inflammation of a veinThrombophlebitis = inflammation of a vein caused by or associated with a formation of a thrombus (blood clot)
Thrombophlebitis is the medical term meaning a clot forms in a vein, and inflammation around the vein results.thrombophlebitis
Yes...it is still a clot, its not deep vein. The clot is on the surface, meaning the chances of the clot spreading to the heart and/or lungs are slim to none.
Vein
Symptoms include obstruction of a blood vessel by a clot (thromboembolic disease), vein inflammation (phlebitis), and ulcers of the lower parts of the legs
inflammation of the vein
Leukemia itself does not directly cause phlebitis, which is the inflammation of a vein, usually due to a blood clot. However, patients with leukemia may be more susceptible to phlebitis due to factors like frequent blood draws, intravenous (IV) therapy, or a compromised immune system. Additionally, some treatments for leukemia can increase the risk of clotting disorders, potentially leading to phlebitis. It's essential for patients to monitor any signs of vein inflammation and consult their healthcare provider.
No, "phlebitis" is not capitalized unless it is at the beginning of a sentence. It is a medical condition referring to the inflammation of a vein.
Both terms phlebitis and infiltration are terms related to Intravenous. Infiltration is the situation when fluid from the IV leaks from the vein into the surrounding tissue. Phlebitis is the actual irritation that occurs in the vein and surrounding tissues.
Phlebitis is the inflammation of a vein, especially in the legs. An example sentence would be: Her phlebitis makes her legs hurt really bad.
It is a clot in the (phlebitis) inflammation of the superficial veins.