phlebitis

phlebitis Definition

phle·bi·tis (flə bīt′is)

noun

inflammation of a vein or veins

Etymology: ModL: see phlebo- & -itis

phlebitis Related Forms

phle·bit′ic (--bit′ik) adjective

phlebitis Usage Examples

Converse of object

cause: The lines should be in large veins, as many AEDs cause phlebitis and thrombosis at the site of infusion.

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