Obstruction of veins draining the leg on one side of the body can cause edema in one leg. A blood clot in the leg, known as a DVT for deep vein thrombosis, is one possible cause of venous obstruction. A DVT is more common when a person is inactive for extended periods, such as during a long flight.
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DEFINITION of 'Long-Term Debt'. Long-term debt consists of loans and financial obligations lasting over one year. Long-term debt for a company would include any financing or leasing obligations that are to come due in a greater than 12-month period. Long-term debt also applies to governments: nations can also have long-term debt.