Deep vein thrombosis â Perhaps the most important disease not to miss when dealing with legs that have suddenly become swollen. Years after the deep vein thrombosis has subsided and forgotten, post-phlebitic changes can still be a cause for a swollen leg.
1 A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is an opening covered by a flap of tissue in the wall of the heart that separates the two upper chambers or atria. 2  PFOs are very common, more than 20% of all humans have one.3  Estimates range from 20-30% depending on the decade of life. A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is an opening covered by a flap of tissue in the wall of the heart that separates the two upper chambers or atria. 2  PFOs are very common, more than 20% of all humans have one. 3  Estimates range from 20-30% depending on the decade of life.
PFOA is used as a necessary processing aid in the manufacture of Fluoropolymers. Fluoropolymers have many valuable properties, including their fire resistance and ability to repel oil, stain, grease and water. This makes them ideal for use in providing a non-stick surface for cookware and protective coatings on clothing.