Key result
Catheter-directed infusion of streptokinase for effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis achieved complete lysis but was complicated by a morbid pulmonary embolus.
Why the study?
Does catheter-directed infusion of streptokinase cause pulmonary embolus in patients with effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis?
Case Report (n=1)
Does catheter-directed infusion of streptokinase cause pulmonary embolus in patients with effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis?
Catheter-directed fibrinolytic therapy for effort-induced upper extremity deep vein thrombosis can be complicated by pulmonary embolism, suggesting it should be reserved for life-threatening conditions.
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Risk of morbid pulmonary embolus warrants caution with catheter-directed streptokinase; leaves open its safety in effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis.
Jones et al. (1987) conducted a case report in Effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis (n=1). Catheter-directed infusion of streptokinase was evaluated on Pulmonary embolus and morbidity. Catheter-directed infusion of streptokinase for effort-induced subclavian-axillary vein thrombosis achieved complete lysis but was complicated by a morbid pulmonary embolus.
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