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Electrolytic Inferior Vena Cava Model (EIM) of Venous Thrombosis
Published on: July 12, 2011
[Jugular vein thrombosis: report of six cases]
J J Sanz Gonzalo1, I Alobid, P Martínez Molina
1Servicio de Otorrinolaringología, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona. 32619jsg@comb.es
Abstract:
Venous thrombosis in superior extremities and neck represent less than 5% of the total of venous thrombosis. Internal jugular vein thrombosis is associated with intravenous drug abuse, long term venous catheterization, local infection or spontaneous occlusion. The clinical findings are cervical swelling, progressive inflammatory signs overlying sternomastoid muscle, and an important functional limitation. Diagnosis is confirmed by cervical ultrasounds and contrast-enhanced computer tomography. Usual treatment involves anticoagulation and antibiotics, surgery is not frequently needed. We described the management and outcome of six cases of internal jugular vein thrombosis.
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