Article
Recurrent Thromboembolism due to Factor V Leiden Mutation: A Case Report
2023-06-07
Abstract excerpt
The Factor V Leiden (FVL) mutation is the most prevalent genetic risk factor for VTE, with a prevalence of roughly 5% in the Caucasian population. Our patient presented with progressive right leg swelling, cough, and shortness of breath for 3 months. Investigations revealed elevated hemoglobin and positive D-dimers, and a CT scan confirmed a bilateral massive subacute pulmonary embolism. Based on the results of th...
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- Literature Corpus work
- 5897d3c3-ae6c-5a36-bc84-128d7b6f3ecf
- DOI
- 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3013495/v1
