Korean J Otolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  1998 Sep;41(9):1216-1219.

A Case of Internal Jugular Vein Thrombosis Accompanied by Deep Neck Infection

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  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Dong Kang Hospital, Ulsan, Korea.

Abstract

The diagnosis of internal jugular vein thrombosis (IJVT), a vascular disorder, can be easily overlooked. Disruption of blood flow through the internal jugular vein can take place in a variety of clinical settings. CT and ultrasonography are useful diagnostic tools. Recently, we experienced a case of IJVT after deep neck infection. This case showed sore throat, odynophagia and swelling of right submandibular area. CT scan revealed diffuse neck swelling and incomplete occlusion of the right internal jugular vein at the thyroid level. Treatment began with antibiotics and hydration. We present a case of IJVT after deep neck infection with literature review.

Keyword

Internal jugular vein; Thrombosis; Deep neck infection

MeSH Terms

Anti-Bacterial Agents
Diagnosis
Jugular Veins*
Neck*
Pharyngitis
Thrombosis*
Thyroid Gland
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Ultrasonography
Anti-Bacterial Agents
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