Cerebral venous thrombosis and submandibular lithotripsy: A case report

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Neurology
• Nephrology

Background:

• Lithotripsy is a non-invasive procedure used to break down stones in various organs.
• Vascular complications, though rare, have been documented following lithotripsy in organs such as the kidney.
• Cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) is a serious condition involving blood clots in the brain's venous sinuses.

Observation:

• A 38-year-old woman developed symptoms indicative of cerebral venous thrombosis.
• The onset of CVT symptoms followed a procedure for submandibular gland lithotripsy.
• No prior reports exist of CVT specifically linked to submandibular gland lithotripsy.

Findings:

• The patient was diagnosed with cerebral venous thrombosis.
• The temporal association suggests a potential link between submandibular gland lithotripsy and CVT.
• This case represents a unique presentation of vascular complication post-lithotripsy.

Implications:

• Highlights the potential for rare cerebrovascular complications after lithotripsy procedures.
• Suggests the need for increased vigilance and further investigation into the mechanisms linking lithotripsy to thrombosis.
• Informs clinical practice regarding patient monitoring after lithotripsy, particularly for neurological symptoms.