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THROMBOPHLEBITIS- POSTPARTUM COMPLICATION

Jul 11, 2008

THROMBOPHLEBITIS-

  • one of the postpartum complication
  • a condition in which a clot formation in the venous wall of the veins causing inflammation in the affected area.
SITES OF THROMBOPHLEBITIS:

FEMORAL THROMBOPHLEBITIS
-infection of the endothelium with clot formation on the walls of the veins
Signs And Symptoms:
  • pain and tenderness of the affected area
  • fever
  • chilly sensation
  • edema of the legs
  • it last for several weeks
PELVIC THROMBOPHELEBITIS- infection of the uterine wall and broad ligament with clot formation of the walls of the veins.
SiGNS And SYMPTOMS:
  • pain in the affected area
  • fever
  • chilly sensation
  • body weakness


NURSING CARES FOR THROMBOPHLEBITIS:
  • never rub the affected area because of the danger of breaking the clot to form debris that causes embolus
  • elevate the Legs
  • apply hot compress on the affected area
  • vital signs to be monitored regularly
  • emotional support by giving explanation of her condition
  • watch for any further discoloration of the affected sites
  • move extremities carefully
  • carry out prescribed medications correctly

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