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[Post-partum cerebral thrombophlebitis: three cases].

S Nabil1, S G Elhajoui, M Elhaddoury

  • 1Maternité Universitaire des Orangers, 1, rue Sokerno, Rabat, Maroc, France.

Journal De Gynecologie, Obstetrique Et Biologie De La Reproduction
|June 12, 2002
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Post-partum cerebral thrombophlebitis is a rare condition affecting 1 in 3000 to 10000 births. Prompt diagnosis and heparin therapy significantly improve outcomes in affected mothers.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Obstetrics
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Post-partum cerebral thrombophlebitis is a rare but serious complication following childbirth.
  • It presents with diverse and potentially misleading neurological symptoms.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.

Observation:

  • Three cases of post-partum cerebral thrombophlebitis are presented.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed using clinical evaluation and advanced imaging techniques, including computed tomography and cerebral angiography.
  • The patients experienced varied neurological symptoms.

Findings:

  • Heparin therapy was administered to all three patients.
  • All patients demonstrated a positive response to heparin treatment, indicating its efficacy.

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  • This suggests heparin may be a beneficial treatment despite historical controversy.

    • Implications:

    • The findings support the use of heparin therapy in managing post-partum cerebral thrombophlebitis.
    • Improved diagnostic strategies and timely treatment can mitigate the severe prognosis associated with this condition.
    • Further research into optimal anticoagulation protocols for post-partum cerebral venous thrombosis is warranted.