The most common cause of superficial thrombophlebitis is:
SUPERFICIAL THROMBOPHLEBITIS This is a superficial venous thrombosis, most commonly caused by infusions of IV fluids Causes of Superficial Thrombophlebitis Venepuncture and IV infusion (MC) Trauma (especially to varicose veins) Buerger's disease Malignancy (Pancreas)
Intravenous catheters/infusion
DVT
Varicose veins
Trauma
Venous Disorders