Thrombolysis for Trauma-Associated Inferior Vena Caval Thrombosis can be Safe in Selected Patients: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Authors

  • Cara S Swain
  • Mladen Macanovic
  • Edwin R Faulconer

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26676/jevtm.v3i2.85

Keywords:

Vascular, Trauma, Thrombolysis, Thrombosis, Vena Cava

Abstract

Traumatic injury results in significant physiological changes that place patients at elevated risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE). Percutaneous catheter-directed thrombolysis has been recommended as a first-line therapy for treatment of VTE but is relatively contraindicated in trauma cases due to increased risk of bleeding. The authors present a case to support the opinion that thrombolysis for trauma-associated inferior vena caval thrombosis can be safe in selected patients, with discussion of existing literature.

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Published

2019-05-23

How to Cite

Swain, C. S., Macanovic, M., & Faulconer, E. R. (2019). Thrombolysis for Trauma-Associated Inferior Vena Caval Thrombosis can be Safe in Selected Patients: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Journal of Endovascular Resuscitation and Trauma Management, 3(2), 69–72. https://doi.org/10.26676/jevtm.v3i2.85

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Case Reports

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