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Query: UMLS:C0149871 (deep vein thrombosis)
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Effort-induced axillary and/or subclavian vein thrombosis occurring in otherwise normal individuals is referred to as Paget-von Schroetter Syndrome (PVSS) or primary, effort-induced, upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (UEDVT). A 42-year old right-handed male presented with complaints of swelling over the left shoulder and arm and dull aching pain in the left arm for two days following regular lifting of heavy LPG gas cylinders. Left upper limb venous Doppler study revealed partial thrombus in the distal axillary vein and near total thrombus in the subclavian and basilic vein. He was managed with anticoagulation therapy.
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PMID:Paget-von Schroetter Syndrome: Upper Extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis after Continuous Lifting of Heavy Weight. 2760 44