Which of the following best defines the term "phlebitis"? Blockage of a heart valve Inflammation of a vein Narrowing of a valve with infection Inflammation of a capillary
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- "Phleb-" comes from the Greek word "phlebos," which means "vein." - "-itis" is a suffix indicating inflammation. Show more…
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