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    • Vascular Medicine

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    • Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant complication in cancer patients, occurring at rates four times higher than in the general population.
    • The incidence of thrombosis in various malignancies can range from 5% to 60%.
    • Thromboembolic events can precede a cancer diagnosis, underscoring the need for vigilance.

    Observation:

    • A 41-year-old female with a history of treated genital cancer presented with ileofemoral deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the left leg.
    • Diagnosis was confirmed via laboratory data and Doppler ultrasound, and the patient initiated anticoagulant therapy.
    • Further investigation using ultrasound and CT revealed recurrent ovarian cancer with hepatic and pulmonary metastases.

    Findings:

    • The case illustrates a potential link between a history of cancer and the development of VTE.
    • Recurrent ovarian cancer was identified as the underlying cause of the DVT in this patient.
    • Metastatic disease was present in the liver and lungs at the time of VTE diagnosis.

    Implications:

    • This case emphasizes the critical importance of investigating the cause of thromboembolic events in patients, particularly those with a prior cancer diagnosis.
    • Prompt diagnostic workup for VTE in cancer patients can lead to the early detection of recurrent or new malignancies.
    • Integrating VTE risk assessment and workup into cancer patient management may improve outcomes.