Complex Aortic Plaques and Polycythemia Vera Presenting as Blue Toe Syndrome Without Peripheral Arterial Disease.

Sneha Chebrolu; Shannon O'Connor; Sean Doherty; Arjun Aggarwal; M Octavia Rangel

doi:10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.107251

March 5, 2026

Complex Aortic Plaques and Polycythemia Vera Presenting as Blue Toe Syndrome Without Peripheral Arterial Disease.

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This research addresses the management challenges of patients with polycythemia vera and cardiovascular complications.
Assessment of symptoms related to blue toe syndrome
Evaluation of atherosclerotic disease and hematologic prothrombotic comorbidities
Discussion of treatment options for distal embolization
Identified blue toe syndrome linked to unstable aortic plaques in patients with polycythemia vera
Highlighted the need for more research on antiplatelet therapy and anticoagulation for these patients
Noted current guidelines lack sufficient management strategies for these complex cases

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Observations reveal blue toe syndrome in polycythemia vera patients, indicating risks from unstable aortic plaques.

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Current guidelines do not adequately address the complexities involved in managing patients with atherosclerotic disease and hematologic prothrombotic comorbidities. Research on antiplatelet therapy and direct oral anticoagulation for treating distal embolization from unstable aortic plaques is needed.

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