phlebothrombosis
/ˌflɛboʊθrɑmˈboʊsɪs/
noun
- The formation of a blood clot in a vein, often causing swelling and pain.
- Doctors recommend moving around during long flights to prevent phlebothrombosis.
- The patient was diagnosed with phlebothrombosis after complaining of calf pain.
- Prolonged bed rest can increase the risk of phlebothrombosis in the legs.