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A Case Report on Extensive Arterial Thrombosis: A Rare Complication of COVID-19 Infection.

Authors :
Mandal S
Gami S
Khadka S
Ray B
Ghimire S
Source :
Cureus [Cureus] 2021 Jun 01; Vol. 13 (6), pp. e15378. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jun 01 (Print Publication: 2021).
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a global health crisis leading to increased morbidity and mortality worldwide. It is associated with increased activation of the clotting system leading to thrombotic complications increasing the risk of life-threatening complications. We report a case of a 70-years-old COVID-19 positive patient who presented with both lower extremities and forearm pain. On workup, she was found to have an extensive arterial clot. In patients with COVID-19, arterial clots may be the initial presenting symptoms to the hospital and can be fatal if not brought to attention on time.<br />Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.<br /> (Copyright © 2021, Mandal et al.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2168-8184
Volume :
13
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Cureus
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
34249531
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.15378