TITLE:
A Troika of Tricuspid Valve Thrombus, Bilateral Upper Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
AUTHORS:
Farid Khan, Keyoor Patel, Muhammad Imran Ali
KEYWORDS:
Pulmonary Embolism, Tricuspid Valve Thrombus, Deep Venous Thrombus, Heparin
JOURNAL NAME:
World Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases,
Vol.12 No.4,
April
15,
2022
ABSTRACT: Background: Tricuspid valve thrombus with concomitant bilateral pulmonary embolism (PE) and right heart strain poses a significant risk of hemodynamic instability and increased mortality. Case Report: We report the unique case of a female who presented with dyspnea and tachycardia, and was subsequently found to have a structure attached to the tricuspid valve. Concomitantly, she also had bilateral upper extremity deep venous thrombosis (UEDVT) and bilateral sub-massive PE. Thorough clinical assessment, and diagnostic and risk stratification tools were applied to guide the management and disposition. Tricuspid valve thrombus resolved after unfractionated heparin therapy followed by oral anticoagulation as seen on repeat transthoracic echocardiography. We think the readership will benefit from our experience of managing an uncommon and critical clinical presentation of tricuspid valve thrombus in the setting of extensive venous thromboembolism. Conclusion: Careful clinical assessment, risk stratification tools,and close monitoring are needed to guide the management of tricuspid valve thrombus with concomitant bilateral PE and UEDVT.