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[Postpartum ovarian vein thrombophlebitis--case report]
H P Paulowitz1, G Fenzl, D Spitzer
1Gefässchirurgie, LKH Salzburg.
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Puerperal ovarian vein thrombophlebitis is difficult to diagnose. Advanced imaging like CT scans improves early detection and management of this rare postpartum complication.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Puerperal ovarian vein thrombophlebitis (OVTP) presents diagnostic challenges due to low incidence and subtle symptoms.
- Diagnostic errors are common, necessitating improved detection methods.
Observation:
- A 26-year-old patient developed fever post-cesarean delivery despite antibiotics.
- Initial ultrasound suggested a vena cava thrombus; CT confirmed ovarian vein thrombosis.
Findings:
- Early detection of OVTP was achieved using computed tomography (CT).
- Surgical intervention (laparotomy, thrombectomy) was required for a large thrombus in the inferior vena cava.
Implications:
- CT imaging significantly enhances the early diagnosis of postpartum ovarian vein thrombosis.
- Prompt diagnosis and management, including surgical intervention when necessary, are crucial for favorable outcomes in OVTP.