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Medical management of intraluminal inferior vena cava thrombus from hemostatic agent after extreme lateral interbody fusion

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: There are a variety of hemostatic agents that can be used to control intraoperative bleeding, by creating a hemostatic and adhesive sealing effect. Despite their effectiveness, the use of such agents is not without risks. We present a case about the inadvertent injection of gelatin-based hemostatic agents into the inferior vena cava during spinal surgery, which was successfully managed without the need for vascular intervention. While the patient in this case experienced a favorable outcome with conservative management, this case underscores the importance of appropriate technique in the use of hemostatic agents.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaf980

Authors: Autumn Pak, Kevin Stehlik, Justin Smith, Drazen Petrinec

Institutions: Summa Health System, Summa Akron City Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Hemostasis and retained surgical items

Subfield: Hematology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,000