Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a severe condition marked by the formation of blood clots in the deep veins, usually in the lower limbs. Though DVT is frequently associated with prolonged immobility, trauma, and certain medical conditions, it is exceptionally rare following a brown recluse spider (Loxosceles reclusa) bite. Typically, this spider’s envenomation causes local necrotic skin reactions, hemolysis, and in serious cases, systemic loxoscelism. In this case report, we present an unusually rare occurrence of DVT developing in a 53-year-old male after a brown recluse spider bit his lower limb. This case underscores the need for vigilance in identifying thromboembolic complications in patients with severe loxoscelism. Clinicians should be aware of the potential systemic effects of spider envenomation and consider early diagnostic and therapeutic interventions to prevent complications, including pulmonary embolism.
Source: Journal of Surgery and Medicine
DOI: 10.28982/josam.8146
Authors: Reshma Pydi, NFN Soumya, Sania Thite, Jigyasha Pradhan, Kaitlyn Hoyt, Hanasoge Girishkumar
Institution: St. George's University
Subfield: Genetics
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4415346309