Objective To explore the value of color Doppler ultrasonography and plasma D-dimer in diagnosis of lower limb deep venous thrombosis (DVT).Methods The clinical data of 70 cases of patients with lower limb DVT diagnosed clinically were retrospectively studied. The lower limb venous of each patient was examined by color Doppler ultrasonography and the plasma level of D-dimer were measured, furthermore the plasma levels of D-dimer in different phase and different type of thrombosis were compared. Results The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and accuracy of plasma D-dimer and ultrasonography examination in lower limb DVT were 100%, 66.7%, 97.0%, 100%, and 97.1%, and 98.4%, 83.3%, 98.4%, 83.3%, and 97.1%, respectively. The plasma D-dimer in acute phase 〔(6 451±4 012.22) μg/L〕 and subacute phase 〔(2 063±1831.35) μg/L〕 of lower limb venous thrombosis were significantly higher than that in normal control group 〔(310±66.70) μg/L〕, Plt;0.01 and Plt;0.05, which was not different from that in chronic phase 〔(466±350.52) μg/L〕. Meanwhile, the plasma D-dimer in mixed limb venous thrombosis group 〔(4 464±3 753.16) μg/L〕 and central limb venous thrombosis group 〔(2 149±1 911.53) μg/L〕 were significantly higher than that in control group (Plt;0.05 and Plt;0.01), which was not different from that in peripheral limb venous thrombosis group 〔(560±315.62) μg/L〕. Conclusion Color Doppler ultrasonography is an optimal method and the plasma D-dimer is a predictive index in diagnosis of lower limb DVT.
ObjectiveTo explore the value of recombinant inferior vena cava filter (IVCF) in the prevention of perioperative pulmonary embolism in patients with lower limb or pelvic fracture combined with deep venous thrombosis (DVT).MethodsThe clinical data of 168 patients with lower limb or pelvic fracture combined with DVT were analyzed retrospectively.ResultsThe filters were successfully implanted in 168 patients, and the recoverable filters were removed after (48.3±4.8) d (14–97 d). The filters were removed successfully in 159 cases, and the removal rate was 94.6%. Sixty-one cases were found to have thrombus on the filter after contrast examination or removal of vena cava filter, that is, the thrombus interception rate was 36.3%.ConclusionFor patients with lower limb or pelvic fracture combined with DVT, the rechargeable vena cava filter can effectively stop thrombosis and avoid pulmonary embolism.
Venous occlusive diseases include acute deep vein thrombosis, as well as chronic iliac vein compression syndrome and post thrombotic syndrome. These diseases can lead to severe venous hypertension which greatly affect life quality. So domestic and international vascular society both have published several guidelines and consensus focusing on these diseases including the “Diagnosis and Treatment Standard about Common Venous Diseases 2022” by Vein Group of Vascular Surgery Committee from Chinese Medical Doctor Association, “2021 Clinical Practice Guidelines on the Management of Venous Thrombosis” and “2022 Clinical Practice Guidelines on the Management of Chronic Venous Disease of the Lower Limbs” by European Society of Vascular Surgery. Herein, we make a comparison and explanation of these guidelines and consensus to provide reference to the management of venous occlusive diseases.
Objective To explore the causal association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and venous thromboembolism (VTE). Methods Using the summary statistical data from the FinnGen biological sample library and IEU OpenGWAS database, the relationship between OSA and VTE, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism, was explored through Mendelian randomization (MR) method, with inverse variance weighted (IVW) as the main analysis method. Results The results of univariate MR analysis using IVW method showed that OSA was associated with VTE and pulmonary embolism (P<0.05), with odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals of 1.204 (1.067, 1.351) and 1.352 (1.179, 1.544), respectively. There was no correlation with DVT (P>0.05). Multivariate MR analysis showed that after adjustment for confounding factors (smoking, diabetes, obesity and cancer), OSA was associated with VTE, DVT and pulmonary embolism (P<0.05), with odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals of 1.168 (1.053, 1.322), 1.247 (1.064, 1.491) and 1.158 (1.021, 1.326), respectively. Conclusion OSA increases the risk of VTE, DVT, and pulmonary embolism.
ObjectiveTo investigate the significance of catheter thrombolysis combined with one-stage iliac vein percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (or stent implantation) in the treatment of acute left lower extremity deep venous thrombosis secondary to Cockett syndrome.MethodsForty-one cases of Cockett syndrome complicated with acute left lower extremity deep vein thrombosis were retrospectively analyzed and summarized in our hospital from January 2016 to June 2019. Catheter directed thrombolysis was performed under the protection of filter, and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty or stent implantation was performed in the first stage of the iliac vein stenosis or occlusion after thrombolysis. Compared the circumference of upper and lower legs of 15 cm above and below patella of the healthy and affected limbs, before and after treatment, and analyzed the venous patency rate.ResultsThe average time of using thrombolytic catheter were (7±3) days, and the average dosage of urokinase was (358.32±69.38) ×104 U. A total of thirty-five Bard stents were implanted (35 cases), four cases underwent percutaneous transluminal angioplasty, and two cases gave up treatment. Before and after treatment, the circumference difference of the higher leg, the circumference difference of the lower leg, and the venous patency were significantly different before and after thrombolysis (P<0.01). The venous patency rate was 58%–75% in this group, and the average venous patency rate was (61±10)%. There was no severe bleeding complication occurred. Thirty-five patients were followed up for 3–26 months, the preservation rate of the valve was 82.86% (29/35), and the first patency rate of iliac vein was 100% (39/39). During the follow-up period, thrombosis recurred in one case of untreated iliac vein, and acute thrombosis in the right side of one case was caused by long iliac vein stent entering the inferior vena cava. No pulmonary embolism was found.ConclusionOn the basis of catheter thrombolysis, one stage removal of iliac vein obstruction in the treatment of acute left lower extremity deep venous thrombosis can relieve the clinical symptoms, reduce the recurrence rate of thrombosis, and reduce the occurrence of deep vein thrombosis syndrome after catheter thrombolysis.
With the widespread promotion and application of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) concept in the surgical fields, the implementation of the ERAS concept in the treatment of lower extremity deep venous thrombosis (DVT) was explored in the vascular surgery. The “Six-Step” comprehensive treatment protocol and the establishment of the ERAS system for lower extremity DVT developed by the Department of Vascular Surgery at the First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University were elaborated. The protocol includes steps such as filter placement, thrombus clearance, relief of venous outflow obstruction, dissolution of residual thrombus, filter retrieval, and standardized post-discharge anticoagulation management, along with their respective advantages. Additionally, the training and dissemination efforts undertaken to promote the “Six-Step” comprehensive treatment protocol were described. A comparison was made between ERAS and traditional recovery surgery, highlighting the comprehensive clinical benefits of the former. The aim is to promote the standardized implementation of the ERAS system in lower extremity DVT treatment and to bring greater benefits to patients.
Venous thromboembolism (VTE), comprising both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is a chronic illness that contributes significantly to the global burden of disease. The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) published the 9th edition of antithrombotic treatment guidelines for VTE (AT9) in 2012, which was first updated in 2016. In October 2021, ACCP published the 2nd update to AT9, which addressed 17 clinical questions related to VTE and presented 29 guidance statements in total. In this paper we interpreted the recommendations proposed in this update of the guidelines.
为了解我国南方地区肺栓塞的现状,通过检索中国医院数字图书馆近9年(1999年～2008年)南方地区正式发表的与肺栓塞和深静脉血栓有关的论文共1288篇,进行了统计分析,发现:1、中国南方地区肺栓塞的发现数量逐年增加,且增幅明显;2、诊断水准达到一定程度的部分南方医院,诊断治疗肺栓塞的数量明显高于其他医院,并不比中国北方同类医院低;3、肺栓塞的漏诊、误诊现象依然普遍存在,提高认知和诊治水准仍然是今后工作的方向。
ObjectiveTo summarize diagnostic strategies of unilateral lower limb swelling. MethodThe clinical data of 357 patients hospitalized with unilateral lower limb swelling from March 2013 to October 2014 in our department were analyzed retrospectively. ResultsThree hundred and seven (86.0%) patients were admitted to hospital within 2 weeks since the symptom onset (acute swelling), the most common cause (281 cases) was lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT), other causes included infection (11 cases), hematoma (7 cases), lymphatic obstruction (4 cases), iliac vein compression syndrome (2 cases), pelvic tumor compression (1 case), arteriovenous fistula (1 case). Etiology for chronic swelling contained lower extremity DVT (33 cases), arteriovenous fistula (5 cases), lymphatic obstruction (5 cases), Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (3 cases), pelvic tumor compression (3 cases), iliac vein compression syndrome (1 case). Up to 60.5% (26/43) lower limb swelling which were not due to DVT had histories of misdiagnosis as DVT. Nine cases of lymphatic obstruction were secondary to malignant tumor itself or the sequel of treatment. Three hundred and thirty-eight (94.6%) patients were received lower limb doppler ultrasound, while 308 patients (91.9%) were diagnosed. Fifty-nine patients needed further CT venography (CTV) or CT angiography (CTA), 10 patients were received radionuclide lymphoscintigraphy to be diagnosed. ConclusionsAlthough DVT is the main cause of unilateral lower limb swelling, the lower limb swelling which is not due to DVT is frequently misdiagnosed and belatedly treated. Considering the complexity and reciprocal overlapping for the etiology of lower limbs swelling, developing a appropriate diagnosis strategy is important. Apart from history taking and physical examination, color doppler ultrasound for the lower limb is suggested to be the preferred imaging examination mean. Pelvic cavity screening for occupancy lesions and iliac vein should be evaluated synchronously if possible. For cases which can't be diagnosed by ultrasound, CTV, CTA, or radionuclide lymphoscintigraphy could be important supplement to assist the diagnosis.
目的探讨低分子肝素预防下肢静脉曲张术后深静脉血栓形成的临床效果。 方法将2011年1月至2013年12月期间于笔者所在医院行大隐静脉高位结扎＋分段剥脱术＋腔内激光闭合术的513例下肢静脉曲张患者随机分为2组：低分子肝素组238例，下肢静脉曲张术后采用低分子肝素预防性治疗；对照组275例，术后不采用任何抗凝药物。比较2组患者深静脉血栓形成和并发症发生情况。 结果低分子肝素组发生浸透敷料的出血14例（5.9%），切口出血或皮下血肿25例（10.5%），血小板减少1例（0.4%），肝功能异常2例（0.8%），无深静脉血栓形成发生；对照组发生浸透敷料的出血19例（6.9%），切口出血或皮下血肿27例（9.8%），肝功能异常2例（0.7%），深静脉血栓形成7例（2.5%），无血小板减少发生。2组患者浸透敷料的出血、切口出血或皮下血肿、血小板减少及肝功能异常发生率比较差异均无统计学意义（P＞0.05），但低分子肝素组深静脉血栓形成的发生率低于对照组（P＜0.05）。术后获访487例，随访时间为4～12个月，平均10个月。其中低分子肝素组获访225例，对照组获访262例。获访患者随访期间发生下肢静脉曲张复发9例（低分子肝素组4例，对照组5例），隐神经损伤11例（低分子肝素组5例，对照组6例），无远期下肢深静脉血栓形成病例。2组患者的下肢静脉曲张复发率和隐神经损伤发生率比较差异均无统计学意义（P＞0.05）。 结论采用低分子肝素预防下肢静脉曲张术后下肢深静脉血栓形成具有良好的临床效果和安全性，值得临床推广应用。