123039 Apr 2026

: In this case, the blood clot traveled from the lower extremities through collateral veins to the azygos vein , eventually reaching the heart and lungs.

: Because the body often develops collateral veins (like the azygos vein) to compensate, the condition can remain hidden until a major cardiovascular event occurs. Key Case Insights from Article 123039 123039

: "Band-like" lower lumbar pain and right lower extremity (RLE) edema. : In this case, the blood clot traveled

The reviewed case involves a 31-year-old male presenting with symptoms that initially mimicked common lower back pain and swelling: The reviewed case involves a 31-year-old male presenting

For more detailed technical data, you can access the full review via the Spartan Medical Research Journal portal .

: While most cases present with DVT, this specific study (Article 123039) reviews a case where a patient presented with a Pulmonary Embolism (PE) , which is a less common manifestation of this anomaly.