Diagnosis of puerperal ovarian vein thrombophlebitis by computed tomography.
A case of puerperal ovarian vein thrombophlebitis diagnosed by computed tomography is presented. Resolution after treatment with antibiotics and anticoagulation is demonstrated. The obstetrician must be aware of the role of computed tomography in making a prompt and accurate diagnosis in such cases.
Southeastern General Hospital, Lumberton, NC.
J C
JC
Rozier
E H
EH
Brown
F A
FA
Berne
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010053:Ovary / Q000098:blood supply*; D010690:Phlebography; D011247:Pregnancy; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D013924:Thrombophlebitis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed