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Area of Science:

  • Internal Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Hematology

Background:

  • Pulmonary tuberculosis is a significant health burden in developing nations.
  • Tuberculosis is increasingly recognized for its thrombogenic potential, a concerning development.
  • Hypercoagulable states associated with tuberculosis can lead to thromboembolic events.

Observation:

  • An 18-year-old woman presented with a first-time deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
  • Diagnostic workup revealed disseminated tuberculosis affecting the lungs, liver, and spleen.
  • The patient experienced a thromboembolic complication as a manifestation of tuberculosis.

Findings:

  • Tuberculosis can induce a hypercoagulable state through various mechanisms.
  • Disseminated tuberculosis was the underlying cause of DVT in this patient.
  • The patient received standard anti-tuberculosis therapy combined with anticoagulation.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering tuberculosis in young patients with unexplained thrombosis.
  • Recognizing the thrombogenic potential of tuberculosis is vital for effective management.
  • Integrated treatment approaches addressing both infection and hypercoagulability are necessary.