Superficial thrombophlebitis of lower limbs
ICD-10 I82.8 · ICD-11 BD70.0

Treatment of Superficial Thrombophlebitis of the Lower Limbs in Pregnancy

This protocol covers the management of superficial vein thrombosis (SVT) of the lower limbs during pregnancy, specifically in presentations that carry an elevated risk and warrant a structured, evidence-based treatment approach.

Pregnancy with bilateral lower-limb SVT; or very symptomatic lower-limb SVT; or SVT located ≤ 5 cm from the deep venous system (saphenofemoral or saphenopopliteal junction); or SVT affecting ≥ 5 cm of the vein.

Management involves anticoagulant therapy alongside supportive measures. The specific agent, dosing level, and treatment duration depend on the clinical presentation and are defined in full within the structured protocol.

Complete regimen details are available in the evidence-based protocol below.

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References

DOI: 10.1111/jth.12986 View source ↗