TB Research

Pulmonary tuberculosis: a differential diagnostic priority in unprovoked deep venous thrombosis patients with haemoptysis

Azdaki N, Moezi S, Farzad M

The Pan African medical journal · 2018-01

Abstract

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a common cause of death worldwide. Several factors are associated with increased risk of DVT. In this report a case of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) of the lower limb and its link with underlying pulmonary tuberculosis is described in a young male patient with haemoptysis.

MeSH terms

  • Lower Extremity
  • Humans
  • Tuberculosis, Pulmonary
  • Hemoptysis
  • Venous Thrombosis
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Male
  • Young Adult