Phlebitis in Dogs Phlebitis is characterized by a condition
known as superficial thrombophlebitis, which refers to an
inflammation of superficial veins (or veins close to the surface
of the body). Phlebitis is generally due to an infection or
because of thrombosis -- the formation of a clot (or thrombus)
inside a blood vessel, which in turn obstructs the flow of blood
in the body. Superficial venous thrombophlebitis is the most
common form of this condition, and is usually localized in one
area. Conversely, deep tissue thrombophlebitis is associated
with clinical signs of sepsis, in which a bacterial infection
occurs due to the presence of pathogenic organisms and their
toxins in the blood or tissues. This type of thrombophlebitis is
also associated with deep tissue thromboembolism, in which a
clot or thrombus formed in one part of the body breaks free and
migrates to another blood vessel, where it causes blockage.
Phlebitis can affect both dogs and cats. If you would like to
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