Thrombophlebitis

The first line of treatment is to prescribed blood-thinning medications called anticoagulants to the patient. Signs and Symptoms of Thrombophlebitis • Redness (erythema) • Swelling ( • Pain on the affected area • Warmth on the affected area Causes and Risk Factors of Thrombophlebitis A blood clot can block a vein and cause thrombophlebitis. Some of the most common causes of blood clot formation include immobility for long periods (such as during very long flights, a hospital stay or an injury), genetic blood-clotting disorders, or injury to a vein (as in surgery or trauma). The risk factors that may increase the chance of developing thrombophlebitis include varicose veins, having a pacemaker, pregnancy, use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or birth control pills, genetic predisposition or having a blood-clotting disorder, had a Complications of Thrombophlebitis Superficial thrombophlebitis may not develop in serious complications. However, if the patient develops DVT, pulmonary embolism and post-thrombotic syndrome may occur. • • Post-thrombotic syndrome. Also called post-phlebetic syndrome, this condition may happen after DVT. It may take months or years to actually occur in some patients. The symptoms of this syndrome include a heavy feeling in the affected limb, swelling or edema, and disabling Diagnosis of Thrombophlebitis • Physical examination and history taking – to check for the signs and symptoms and for any risk factors for thrombophlebitis • Blood test – to ...

What is thrombophlebitis? Thrombophlebitis is inflammation of a vein caused by a blood clot. It typically occurs in the legs. A blood clot is a solid formation of blood cells that clump together. Blood clots can interfere with normal blood flow throughout your body, and are considered dangerous. Thrombophlebitis can occur in veins near the surface of your skin or deeper, down in between your muscle layers. This condition usually occurs in your legs, but it’s possible to develop thrombophlebitis in other parts of your body. Blood clots can cause swelling in the veins of your neck or arms, but this is rare. Thrombphlebitis affects superficial veins and is a different condition than a A blood clot causes thrombophlebitis. Inactivity, such as being bedridden after trauma or surgery, is a major cause of blood clots. You can also develop a blood clot if you sit still for too long, such as during a plane ride or a car ride. Standing up, stretching, and moving your feet periodically during long flights or car rides can help reduce your risk of blood clots. Movement promotes circulation, which discourages the blood cells from sticking together. You might also develop blood clots if you have injured your blood vessels. Trauma to the limb in question may cause injury to a vein. You may also sustain injury to a blood vessel from intravenous (IV) needles or catheters during a medical procedure. This type of injury is a less common cause of blood clots. There are also some things that m...

Symptoms potentially caused by venous thrombosis are generally nonspecific. In superficial thrombophlebitis, acute-onset pain and swelling usually occur over a previous varicose vein. At times, this pain and swelling, which is often associated with warm erythema, can appear even without an obvious underlying varicosity. Swelling and pain in an upper extremity are suggestive of thrombosis. Pain associated with SVT is usually localized over the site of thrombosis. Pain associated with DVT is generally more diffuse and more common in the lower extremities than elsewhere. Recent surgery (especially orthopedic surgery), trauma, immobilization, or prolonged bed rest are factors that can contribute to SVT or DVT. Inquire about a history or symptoms suggestive of heart disease or congestive heart failure; relevant findings include dizziness, bilateral extremity swelling, and weight gain. • Saultz A, Mathews EL, Saultz JW, Judkins D. Clinical inquiries. Does hypercoagulopathy testing benefit patients with DVT?. J Fam Pract. 2010 May. 59(5):291-4. • Buchanan GS, Rodgers GM, Branch DW. The inherited thrombophilias: genetics, epidemiology, and laboratory evaluation. Best Pract Res Clin Obst Gynecol. 2003. 138:128-34. • Franchini M, Veneri D, Salvagno GL, Manzato F, Lippi G. Inherited thrombophilia. Clin Lab Sci. 2006. 43:249-90. • Whitlatch NL, Ortel TL. Thrombophilias: when should we test and how does it help. Semin Respir Crit Care Med. 2008. 29:25-39. • Thomas JH. Edgar J Poth lect...

Treatment for thrombophlebitis depends on the severity and location of the condition. Options for thrombophlebitis that affect the deep veins may include surgery and medications that help prevent or dissolve blood clots. In those with thrombophlebitis of the surface veins, the outlook is Keep reading to learn more about treatment for thrombophlebitis, including information about the symptoms, causes, and outlook. Share on Pinterest Vasily Pindyurin/Getty Images A thrombus is a blood clot, and phlebitis is the When the condition occurs in the veins just under the surface of the skin, it is called superficial thrombophlebitis. This usually occurs in the legs, but it affects veins in other parts of the body in In contrast, when thrombophlebitis develops in a deep vein, it is called Treatment for thrombophlebitis depends on the severity and whether the condition occurs in the surface veins or deep veins. Home care Treatment of superficial thrombophlebitis • Elevating the leg: Positioning the leg above the heart helps reduce swelling. • Applying warm compresses: A person can achieve this by using a blanket with a hot water bottle. • Wearing compression or elastic stockings: This helps decrease swelling. • Taking medications to reduce pain or inflammation: Options may include a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as ibuprofen (Motrin). Doctors prescribe antibiotics Anticoagulants Sometimes, treating people with deep vein thrombosis or more serious cases of superficial thro...

Hypercoagulable states A number of primary and secondary hypercoagulable states can be assessed by obtaining an appropriate patient history and review of systems. Prior to 1993, only 3 inherited hypercoagulable factors had been recognized: antithrombin III, protein C, and protein S. Currently, 60-70% of patients with thrombosis can be identified as having a specific inherited thrombophilia. [ Resistance to activated protein C (APC) is the most common genetic risk factor associated with venous thrombosis. Most cases are due to a point mutation in the factor V gene (factor V Leiden FVL]), which subsequently prevents the cleavage and disruption of activated factor V by APC and thus promotes ongoing clot development. In approximately 3-8% of white adults, this mutation is heterozygous, conferring a 5-fold increased lifetime risk of venous thrombosis compared with the general population. [ FVL and protein C, protein S, or antithrombin deficiency is reported, and affected individuals have an increased risk of thrombosis. Women with FVL heterozygosity who are also taking oral contraceptives have a 35-fold increase in the risk of thrombosis. Homozygotes of FVL have an 80-fold increased risk for venous thromboembolism. [ Protein C and protein S, 2 vitamin K–dependent proteins, are other important anticoagulant factors. Protein S is a cofactor for the effect of APC on factors Va and VIIIa. In the United States, the prevalence of heterozygous protein C deficiency is estimated to be 1...

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Blood clot in leg vein A blood clot in a leg vein may cause pain, warmth and tenderness in the affected area. Thrombophlebitis (throm-boe-fluh-BY-tis) is an inflammatory process that causes a blood clot to form and block one or more veins, usually in the legs. The affected vein might be near the surface of the skin (superficial thrombophlebitis) or deep within a muscle (deep vein thrombosis, or DVT). Symptoms Superficial thrombophlebitis signs and symptoms include: • Warmth, tenderness and pain in the affected area • Redness and swelling Deep vein thrombosis signs and symptoms include: • Pain • Swelling When a vein close to the surface of the skin is affected, you might see a red, hard cord just under the surface of the skin that's tender to the touch. When a deep vein in the leg is affected, the leg may become swollen, tender and painful. When to see a doctor See your doctor right away if you have a red, swollen or tender vein — especially if you have one or more risk factors for thrombophlebitis. Call 911 or your local emergency number if: • The vein swelling and pain are severe • You also have shortness of breath or chest pain, are coughing up blood, or have other symptoms that may indicate a blood clot traveling to your lungs (pulmonary embolism) Have someone take you to your doctor or emergency room, if possible. It might be difficult for you to drive, and it's helpful to have someone with you to help you remember the information you receive. Causes The cause of throm...

The treatment of superficial venous thrombosis depends on the condition’s etiology, extent, and symptoms. Duplex ultrasonography (US) gives an accurate appraisal of the extent of disease and thus allows the administration of a more rational therapy. For the superficial, localized, mildly tender area of thrombophlebitis that occurs in a varicose vein, treatment with mild analgesics, such as aspirin, and the use of some type of elastic support usually are sufficient. Patients are encouraged to continue their usual daily activities. If extensive varicosities are present or if symptoms persist, phlebectomy of the involved segment may be indicated. More severe thrombophlebitis, as indicated by the degree of pain, redness, and the extent of the abnormality, should be treated with elevation of the extremity and the application of massive, hot, wet compresses. The latter measure seems to be more effective when a large, bulky dressing, including a blanket and plastic sheeting followed by hot water bottles, is used, taking care to avoid burning the patient. Anticoagulants are usually not indicated in superficial thrombophlebitis unless the process extends into the deep venous system [ [ Gradient compression stockings are an often-overlooked adjunctive therapy that is both benign and effective. These highly elastic stockings provide a gradient of compression that is highest at the toes (at least 30-40 mm Hg) and gradually decreases to the level of the thigh. This amount of compressio...

The treatment of superficial venous thrombosis depends on the condition’s etiology, extent, and symptoms. Duplex ultrasonography (US) gives an accurate appraisal of the extent of disease and thus allows the administration of a more rational therapy. For the superficial, localized, mildly tender area of thrombophlebitis that occurs in a varicose vein, treatment with mild analgesics, such as aspirin, and the use of some type of elastic support usually are sufficient. Patients are encouraged to continue their usual daily activities. If extensive varicosities are present or if symptoms persist, phlebectomy of the involved segment may be indicated. More severe thrombophlebitis, as indicated by the degree of pain, redness, and the extent of the abnormality, should be treated with elevation of the extremity and the application of massive, hot, wet compresses. The latter measure seems to be more effective when a large, bulky dressing, including a blanket and plastic sheeting followed by hot water bottles, is used, taking care to avoid burning the patient. Anticoagulants are usually not indicated in superficial thrombophlebitis unless the process extends into the deep venous system [ [ Gradient compression stockings are an often-overlooked adjunctive therapy that is both benign and effective. These highly elastic stockings provide a gradient of compression that is highest at the toes (at least 30-40 mm Hg) and gradually decreases to the level of the thigh. This amount of compressio...

What is thrombophlebitis? Thrombophlebitis is inflammation of a vein caused by a blood clot. It typically occurs in the legs. A blood clot is a solid formation of blood cells that clump together. Blood clots can interfere with normal blood flow throughout your body, and are considered dangerous. Thrombophlebitis can occur in veins near the surface of your skin or deeper, down in between your muscle layers. This condition usually occurs in your legs, but it’s possible to develop thrombophlebitis in other parts of your body. Blood clots can cause swelling in the veins of your neck or arms, but this is rare. Thrombphlebitis affects superficial veins and is a different condition than a A blood clot causes thrombophlebitis. Inactivity, such as being bedridden after trauma or surgery, is a major cause of blood clots. You can also develop a blood clot if you sit still for too long, such as during a plane ride or a car ride. Standing up, stretching, and moving your feet periodically during long flights or car rides can help reduce your risk of blood clots. Movement promotes circulation, which discourages the blood cells from sticking together. You might also develop blood clots if you have injured your blood vessels. Trauma to the limb in question may cause injury to a vein. You may also sustain injury to a blood vessel from intravenous (IV) needles or catheters during a medical procedure. This type of injury is a less common cause of blood clots. There are also some things that m...