Post-thrombotic syndrome
ICD-10 Code
I87.0
Post-thrombotic syndrome
Definition
A condition characterized by a chronically swollen limb, often a leg with stasis dermatitis and ulcerations. This syndrome can appear soon after phlebitis or years later. Postphlebitic syndrome is the result of damaged or incompetent venous valves in the limbs. Distended, tortuous varicose veins are usually present. Leg pain may occur after long period of standing.
Also known as postphlebitic syndrome — per MONDO