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Sudden hearing loss followed by deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in a patient with factor V Leiden mutation.
International journal of audiology - 1 Sept 2014
Lovato A, Tormene D, Staffieri C, Breda S, Staffieri A, Marioni G
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Factor V Leiden (FVL) is by far the most prevalent inherited thrombophilic abnormality in Western countries, and this genetic condition has been associated with sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL). Audiologists should be aware that SSHL may be the precursor of life-threatening thromboembolic events, especially in Caucasians who are more likely to be FVL carriers. DESIGN: Case report. STUDY SAMPLE:...
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