This is an archived page which is no longer updated.
Please visit the main page to look for a current version

Paget-Schroetter Disease

ICD-9 Classification / Treatment
Etiology / Epidemiology / Natural History Associated Injuries / Differential Diagnosis
Anatomy Complications
Clinical Evaluation Follow-up Care
Xray / Diagnositc Tests Review References

synonyms:Paget-Schroetter Disease, axillo-subclavian vein thrombosis

ICD-9

Etiology / Epidemiology / Natural History

  • Associated with weight lifting, throwing athletes

Anatomy

Clinical Evaluation

  • Diffuse upper extremity swelling/edema from the hand to the axilla. May be painful or painfree.
  • Examine for signs of cellulitis / infection (erythema, axillary lymph adenopathy)

Xray / Diagnositc Tests

  • Diagnosed with upper extremity ultrasound which demonstrates thrombus in the subclavian and axillary veins.

Classification / Treatment

  • Venogram / angiojet thrombolysis

Associated Injuries / Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Follow-up Care

Review References

  • °
Site Terms | Copyright Information | Contacts | Advertisements
Copyright © 2008 by eORIF.com LLC. All Rights Reserved.