The most common cause of superficial thrombophlebitis is:
High-Yield Explanation
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)