What is superficial septic thrombophlebitis?

• Superficial septic venous thrombosis • Linked to thrombogenic activity of S. aureus, risk of deep spread and septic emboli • Clinical presentation: Common form: Venous Inflammatory cord at the point of infusion, indurated on palpation, fever • Treatment: Removal of catheter / gateway to an infection. Antiseptics; systemic antibiotic therapy if resistance / complication; rare form: malignant staphylococcal disease of the face