Noun: phlebothrombosis ,fle-bow,thróm'bow-sis
- Thrombosis of a vein without prior inflammation of the vein; associated with sluggish blood flow (as in prolonged bedrest or pregnancy or surgery) or with rapid coagulation of the blood
"Extended air travel can increase the risk of phlebothrombosis";
- venous thrombosis
Type of: thrombosis
Encyclopedia: Phlebothrombosis