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Upper-limb acute superficial lymphatic thrombosis: A case report.
Rémy Hamdan1, Nicolas Briche1, Vanessa Gasmi1
1Department of Angiology Dijon Bourgogne University Hospital Dijon France.
Clinical Case Reports
|October 13, 2022
Summary
Acute superficial lymphatic disease of the upper limb is uncommon and often mistaken for superficial venous thrombosis. This condition can also arise after a skin biopsy.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Vascular medicine
- Dermatology
Background:
- Acute superficial lymphatic disease is a rare clinical presentation.
- It is often overlooked in medical literature.
- It shares clinical similarities with superficial venous thrombosis.
Observation:
- This condition can mimic superficial venous thrombosis.
- It may also occur as a complication following a skin punch biopsy.
Findings:
- The study highlights the underrecognized nature of upper-limb acute superficial lymphatic disease.
- It emphasizes its potential to be misdiagnosed as more common vascular events.
Implications:
- Increased awareness can improve diagnostic accuracy for this rare lymphatic condition.
- Understanding its association with skin biopsies may guide post-procedure patient monitoring.
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