Massive Right Heart Thrombus Causing Complete Cardiac Obstruction Relieved by Thrombolysis: A Case Report
Background: Right heart thrombus (RHT) is a medical condition associated with acute pulmonary embolism and congestive cardiac failure. Rapid recognition is essential for instituting early treatment and preventing adverse outcomes. Case summary: A 55-year-old male presented with symptoms of congesti...
Main Authors: | Christopher Wong, John Yiannikas |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SMC MEDIA SRL
2020-05-01
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Series: | European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.ejcrim.com/index.php/EJCRIM/article/view/1644 |
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