thrombophlebitis

thrombophlebitis Definition

thrombo·phle·bi·tis (t̸hräm′bō fli bīt′əs)

noun

the formation of a clot in a vein, with associated irritation of the vein's inner lining

thrombophlebitis Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

superficial: Superficial thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of a vein just under the skin, usually in a leg.

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