Superficial thrombophlebitis of pubic collateral veins after gynecological surgery: a case report

Superficial pubic collateral veins are the result of iliac vein occlusion due to previous thrombosis. They can be accompanied by deep crossover veins. We present a patient with thrombophlebitis of superficial pubic collateral veins after a hysteroscopic procedure.

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Published in:European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology 1999-10, Vol.86 (2), p.207-209
Main Authors: Tielliu, Ignace F.J., De Maeseneer, Marianne G.R., Tjalma, Wiebren A.A., Van Schil, Paul E.Y., Eyskens, Erik J.M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Biological and medical sciences
Blood and lymphatic vessels
Cardiology. Vascular system
Collateral Circulation
Crossover collateral veins
Deep venous thrombosis
Diseases of the peripheral vessels. Diseases of the vena cava. Miscellaneous
Female
Humans
Hysteroscopy - adverse effects
Iliac Vein - diagnostic imaging
Iliac Vein - pathology
Iliac vein occlusion
Medical sciences
Pelvic surgery
Phlebography
Pubic Symphysis - blood supply
Pubic Symphysis - diagnostic imaging
Suprapubic varicosities
Thrombophlebitis - diagnostic imaging
Thrombophlebitis - etiology
Varicose Veins - complications
Varicose Veins - diagnostic imaging
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Summary:Superficial pubic collateral veins are the result of iliac vein occlusion due to previous thrombosis. They can be accompanied by deep crossover veins. We present a patient with thrombophlebitis of superficial pubic collateral veins after a hysteroscopic procedure.
ISSN:0301-2115
1872-7654
DOI:10.1016/S0301-2115(99)00076-7