Subclavian DVT

Clinical History

A 30-year old male presented with an acute onset of right arm swelling and pain. Recent blood tests revealed an elevated D dimer value.

Case Description

Ultrasound revealed an occlusive thrombus within the proximal subclavian vein. The remaining veins of the left upper limb were patent and free of thrombus.

Diagnosis/ Discussion/ Treatment/ Follow up

Due to the patient’s medical history, arterial Doppler studies of the upper limbs were performed which showed no abnormality.

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