2021
DOI: 10.5797/jnet.cr.2021-0003
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Paradoxical Cerebral Embolization Caused by Thrombus-In-Transit via a Patent Foramen Ovale in a Patient with Symptomatic Pulmonary Embolism: A Case Report

Abstract: Objective: Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening cardiovascular event associated with high mortality and morbidity. The presence of a patent foramen ovale (PFO) in patients with acute PE represents a risk factor for mortality. Furthermore, a thrombus-in-transit via a PFO with impending paradoxical embolism carries a high mortality rate.Case Presentation: An adult patient with ischemic stroke caused by paradoxical embolism following PE underwent mechanical thrombectomy and achieved successful reca… Show more

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