Vein collapse

As veins collapse in the will Angiology collapse of veins called.

causes

The cause of a vein collapse is usually the incorrect placement of an intravenous access. The use of a blunt injection needle , removing the needle too quickly, or using the wrong injection technique can cause venous collapse. The most common cause, however, is continuous injections into the same vein over a long period of time, as is commonly practiced in drug addicts . Due to the constant injury to the vein, its inside can swell considerably and the vein can close completely over time. The sides of the occluded vein grow together and the vein collapses.

The jugular vein can also collapse as a result of shock .

Symptoms

Common symptoms are cold extremities due to decreased blood flow, sharp pain at the injection site, and bluish to black discoloration of the skin. It may also cause itching at the injection site.

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Practical instructions for indwelling vein cannula (PDF), thieme.de

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