An Occlusive Thrombus within the Subclavian Vein

Clinical History

A 19-year old male patient presented with symptoms of swelling, erythema, and numbness to the left arm.

Case Description

Vascular ultrasound revealed an occlusive thrombus visualised within the entire left subclavian vein. However, the left jugular vein, axillary vein, brachial vein, basilic, vein, cephalic vein, and median cubital veins were patent and unaffected by the thrombus.

Diagnosis/ Discussion/ Treatment/ Follow up

The patient was placed on the appropriate anticoagulation therapy.

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