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A Porcine Model of Acute Autologous Pulmonary Embolism

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Tricuspid valve thrombus causing acute pulmonary embolism.

Yasemin Gunduz¹, Aysenur Ucar, Mehmet Bulent Vatan

¹Department of Radiology, Sakarya University Medical Faculty, Sakarya, Turkey. dryasemingunduz@yahoo.com

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A rare adult tricuspid valve thrombus caused recurrent pulmonary embolism. Early detection via echocardiography is crucial for managing this critical condition with a high mortality rate.

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Cardiology
Vascular Medicine
Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

Tricuspid valve thrombus is uncommon in adults, often misdiagnosed as vegetation or tumor.
Thrombus-related embolization presents acutely with poor prognosis and high early mortality.

Observation:

A case of mobile tricuspid valve thrombus was identified.
Transthoracic echocardiography confirmed the diagnosis.

Findings:

The mobile tricuspid valve thrombus led to recurrent pulmonary embolism.
This highlights the embolic potential of such thrombi.

Implications:

Emphasizes the need for heightened clinical suspicion for tricuspid valve thrombus in adults.
Underscores the importance of echocardiography in diagnosing and managing this condition.
Informs clinical practice regarding the acute risks and management strategies for tricuspid valve thrombus.