Post thrombotic syndrome

Definition: A condition caused by one or more episodes of DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS, usually the blood clots are lodged in the legs. Clinical features include EDEMA; PAIN; aching; heaviness; and MUSCLE CRAMP in the leg. When severe leg swelling leads to skin breakdown, it is called venous STASIS ULCER.

Synonyms (terms occurring on more labels are shown first): venous stasis, Post-thrombotic syndrome, Post thrombotic syndrome

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