Lower-Limb Ischemia at Birth Because of Spontaneous Arterial Thrombosis: A Case Report.

Sandeep V Vaidya Deepika A Pinto Rujuta Mehta Mandar Vikas Agashe Alaric Aroojis

Published in: JBJS case connector (2021)

Thromboembolic events occurring in infancy are well-recognized phenomena; however, it is far rarer to encounter a neonate born with "congenital gangrene". We discuss the etiology, approach to diagnosis, and treatment of this rare but devastating condition.

Keyphrases

lower limb
gestational age
pulmonary embolism
preterm birth
weight gain
atrial fibrillation
low birth weight
body mass index
pregnant women
physical activity