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Right atrial thrombus as a complication of total parenteral nutrition in pregnancy
M A Turrentine1, R W Smalling, V M Parisi
1Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, Reproductive Sciences, University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston, USA.
Obstetrics and Gynecology
|October 1, 1994
Abstract
Background:
Right atrial thrombus, a rare but potentially fatal complication of central venous catheter use in total parenteral nutrition, has not been reported during pregnancy.
Case:
A pregnant woman with persistent hyperemesis gravidarum developed a right atrial thrombus related to central venous catheter use for total parenteral nutrition.
Conclusion:
Right atrial thrombus can be treated successfully with heparin, leading to its resolution and a normal pregnancy outcome.