A free-floating thrombus in the right heart associated with pulmonary embolism: the role of echocardiography.

Naeem, Kashif (2014) A free-floating thrombus in the right heart associated with pulmonary embolism: the role of echocardiography. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, 31 (1). ISSN 1681-715X

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Abstract

Free-floating right heart thrombi are rare and usually represent travelling clots from venous system to the lung. Almost exclusively, they are associated with pulmonary embolism. Despite associated high mortality, they are frequently under-diagnosed. We report a case of bilateral pulmonary embolism which was found to have a free-floating right atrial thrombus on echocardiography. The case, therefore, highlights the importance of echocardiography as a key examination in this setting. It can be performed at bedside to directly visualize the thrombi, assess and monitor right ventricular (RV) function, and help in making treatment decisions.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: STM Open Press > Medical Science
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Date Deposited: 06 May 2023 07:28
Last Modified: 02 Oct 2024 06:54
URI: http://journal.submissionpages.com/id/eprint/1144

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