What is "phlebothrombosis"

n. The formation of a blood clot in a vein independently from the presence of inflammation of the vein.

n. 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 [syn: venous thrombosis]

Phlebothrombosis occurs when a blood clot in a vein, forms independently from the presence of inflammation of the vein ( phlebitis). Thrombophlebitis is phlebitis (vein inflammation) related to a thrombus (blood clot). These are conditions usually of the superficial venous system and generally mild and uncomplicated as opposed to deep vein thromboses which can be life-threatening.