Axillo-subclavian deep venous thrombosis in quadriplegia: a case report

In a patient with traumatic neuropathy at C6, a delayed DVT was observed in the left axillary-subclavian veins with consequent neurological symptoms, loss of brachioradialis and wrist extensor functions. Anticoagulation therapy for 12 weeks did not correct the occlusion of the veins. It is stressed that anticoagulation treatment should be started as early as possible, preferably within a few days after development of the DVT.