Paradoxical embolism: A report of 2 cases

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作者
Geng, Jie [1 ]
Tian, Hong-yan [1 ]
Zhang, Yan-min [2 ]
He, Sai [3 ]
Ma, Qiang [1 ]
Zhang, Jun-bo [1 ]
Liu, Ya [1 ]
Tian, Hua [1 ]
Zhang, Dan [1 ]
Meng, Yan [1 ]
机构
[1] Xi An Jiao Tong Univ, Affiliated Hosp 1, Dept Peripheral Vasc Dis, West Yanta Rd, Xian 710061, Shaanxi, Peoples R China
[2] Northwest Womens & Childrens Hosp, Sect Pediat Cardiol, Heart Ctr, Xian, Shaanxi, Peoples R China
[3] Shaanxi Prov Tumor Hosp, Dept Breast Canc, Xian, Shaanxi, Peoples R China
关键词
atrial septal defect; deep vein thrombosis; paradoxical embolism; patent foramen ovale; pulmonary embolism;
D O I
10.1097/MD.0000000000007332
中图分类号
R5 [内科学];
学科分类号
1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Rationale:Paradoxical embolism (PDE) refers to direct passage of venous thrombi into the arterial circulation through an arteriovenous shunt.Patient concerns:Case 1 presented with initial symptoms of shock and cerebral infarction. Case 2 developed middle cerebral artery occlusion during angiography.Diagnoses:2 cases were diagnosed as PDE.Interventions:They received thrombolytic therapy and anticoagulant therapy.Outcomes:The patients had recovery.Lessons:This report highlights the myriad clinical manifestations of PDE and underlines the importance of meticulous history taking and physical examination for early diagnosis.
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