Paradoxical embolism, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism in a patient with patent foramen ovale: A case report

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Introduction: Coexistence of pulmonary embolism and systemic arterial embolism suggest the diagnosis of paradoxical embolism which suggests the presence of intracardiac defects such as patent foramen ovale (PFO). Case presentation: A 42 year old man was found to have a paradoxical embolism in the systemic arterial circulation, in the setting of pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the lower extremities. Conclusion: Paradoxical embolism and intracardiac shunt should be immediately considered in a patient with pulmonary embolism and systemic arterial embolism. Diagnostic modalities included arteriogram and saline contrast echocardiography. Closure of intracardiac shunt is needed for patients who are at risk for recurrent embolic events. © 2007 Guo et al; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.

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Guo, S., Roberts, I., & Missri, J. (2007). Paradoxical embolism, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism in a patient with patent foramen ovale: A case report. Journal of Medical Case Reports, 1. https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-1-104

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