Pulmonary Embolism After Bowel Surgery Due to Factor V Leiden Mutation
Author Information
Author(s): Hamza Hafiz Muhammad, Malik Muhammad Muiz, Awan Ayaz Ahmed, Tariq Muhammad Daoud, Daoud Mohamed, Goyal Aman
Hypothesis
Is the Factor V Leiden mutation a significant risk factor for pulmonary embolism in patients with gastrointestinal issues post-surgery?
Conclusion
The presence of the Factor V Leiden mutation highlights the need for thorough thrombophilia assessments in patients with gastrointestinal problems and postoperative complications.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of bowel resection surgery and presented with acute breathlessness.
- Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of a heterozygous Factor V Leiden mutation.
- The patient was treated with rivaroxaban, which stabilized his condition.
Takeaway
A man had a blood clot in his lungs after surgery, and doctors found he had a special gene that made him more likely to get clots. They treated him with medicine to help his blood flow better.
Methodology
The patient underwent a thorough clinical examination, laboratory investigations, and imaging studies including computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA).
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
A 60-year-old Asian male.
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