1 - Serviço de Ortopedia do Hospital Curry Cabral, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central
2 - Serviço de Ortopedia do Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Ocidental
3 - Serviço de Ortopedia do Hospital de Cascais
4 - Serviço de Cirurgia Vascular do Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central
5 - Serviço de Ortopedia Infantil do Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central
- Aceite para publicação na Revista Brasileira de Ortopedia (indexada e internacional)
Resumo: Deep vein thrombosis in the upper extremities is uncommon, especially in thepediatric population and in the trauma setting. The diagnosis is challenging, due to its rarity, requiring a high degree of suspicion. We describe a rare case of humeral vein thrombosis after a displaced supracondylar fracture of the humerus in a 7-year-old girl. The risk factors for thromboembolism and sequelae are also discussed. The early detection and treatment are mandatory to prevent poor outcomes, such as fatal thromboembolism.
Keywords: Child; Deep vein thrombosis; Humeral fractures; Thrombosis; Venous thromboembolism;