Superior mesenteric venous thrombosis in a 47 years old male with protein S deficiency: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Mesenteric venous thrombosis is due to blood clot in veins that drain blood from the intestine. It may lead to mesenteric ischemia. Protein S deficiency is one of the causes of superior mesenteric vein thrombosis.

Case presentation

A 47 years old male patient presented with pain in the abdomen. Contrast CECT shows filling defect in the superior mesenteric venous thrombosis. Coagulometer showed lower protein S activity than that of normal.

Clinical discussion

Proper diagnosis is needed for early detection so that proper intervention can be made on time. Anticoagulation and vitamin K antagonists are given.

Conclusions

Though rare, protein S deficiency should be considered a possible cause of mesenteric venous thrombosis.

SUBMITTER: Bhattarai AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9142700 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature