Porta-cath complicated by IVC thrombosis.
We present an observational case report describing the clinical history and pathologic findings of a patient with an in situ porta-cath for acute intermittent porphyria who developed an inferior vena caval (IVC) thrombosis. CT contrast studies showed a possibly infected IVC thrombosis below the level of the renal vessels, extending into the iliacs, formed around the porta-cath. Acute intermittent porphyria was precipitated by complications arising from the thrombus. Consequently, the patient was unable to receive prophylactic medication.
Grant
Paul
P
Department of Vascular Surgery, William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom.
Insall
Robert
R