Learn About Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens
Phlegmasia cerulea dolens is an uncommon, severe form of deep venous thrombosis (blood clots in the vein). It most often occurs in the upper leg.
Deep vein thrombosis - Phlegmasia cerulea dolens; DVT - Phlegmasia cerulea dolens; Phlegmasia alba dolens
Phlegmasia cerulea dolens is preceded by blood clots in a vein, usually a deep vein of the leg.
Severe pain, rapid swelling, and bluish-skin coloring affect the area below the blocked vein.
Continued clotting can lead to increased swelling. The swelling can interfere with arterial blood flow. This complication is called phlegmasia alba dolens. It causes the skin to turn white. Phlegmasia alba dolens may lead to tissue death (gangrene) and the need for amputation.
Seek medical help right away if an arm or leg is severely swollen, blue, or painful.
Mmc University Vascular Surgeons
Robert Rhee is a Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Rhee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gangrene, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.
Sentara Medical Group
Siddharth Bhende is a Vascular Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Bhende is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Bhende is currently accepting new patients.
Aurora Cardiovascular Services
Suhail Allaqaband is an Interventional Cardiologist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Allaqaband is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Cardiomyopathy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
Published Date: March 31, 2024
Published By: Todd Gersten, MD, Hematology/Oncology, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, Wellington, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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