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Tomofumi Fukuda1, Kosuke Saku1, Koki Nakamura1
1Cardiovascular Surgery, St. Mary's Hospital, Kurume, JPN.
Insights
Phlegmasia cerulea dolens (PCD), a severe deep vein thrombosis, can mimic arterial occlusion. Contrast-enhanced CT effectively diagnosed PCD in an elderly patient, enabling successful surgical and anticoagulant treatment.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Phlegmasia cerulea dolens (PCD) is a rare but life-threatening complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
- PCD presents with clinical signs that can be mistaken for acute arterial occlusion, necessitating accurate diagnostic methods.
- Timely and correct diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management and limb salvage.
Abstract:
Phlegmasia cerulea dolens (PCD) is a rare, life-threatening manifestation of deep vein thrombosis that can clinically resemble acute arterial occlusion. Accurate differentiation is essential for appropriate management. Delayed-phase contrast-enhanced computed tomography is particularly valuable in distinguishing between these two conditions. Here, we report the case of an 86-year-old man who presented with suspected acute limb ischemia, subsequently diagnosed with PCD by contrast-enhanced computed tomography. The patient was successfully treated with emergency surgical venous thrombectomy, followed by postoperative anticoagulant therapy.
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