Primary ('stress') thrombosis of the upper arm associated with multiple pulmonary embolism.
Primary venous thrombosis of the upper arm is an uncommon but distinct syndrome. Although there is a high incidence of residual disability due to failure of the vein to recanalize, pulmonary embolism is unusual, and residual pulmonary symptoms or fatalities have not previously been reported. A case of thrombo-embolic pulmonary hypertension complicating primary thrombosis in the upper arm is described. Prompt recognition and treatment of the condition are recommended.
D000328:Adult; D001367:Axillary Vein / Q000473:pathology; D004562:Electrocardiography; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000150:complications*; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000150:complications*