Pampiniform venous plexus thrombosis in a 37 years-old male patient with severe thrombocytosis: a multifactorial aetiology.
Valeria Filipponi, Marco Antonacci, Luisa Bizzoni et al.
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Case in brief
A 37-year-old male presented with thrombosis of the pampiniform venous plexus, associated with severe thrombocytosis. The case revealed a multifactorial etiology, including potential genetic predispositions and acquired conditions such as myeloproliferative disorders. The patient's condition was managed through a comprehensive diagnostic approach, addressing the underlying causes of his hypercoagulable state.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should consider multifactorial causes of atypical thrombosis, particularly in patients with severe thrombocytosis, and employ a thorough diagnostic evaluation.