Leg massage during pregnancy with unrecognized deep vein thrombosis could be life threatening: a case report

Leg massage during pregnancy with unrecognized deep vein thrombosis could be life threatening: a case report

Abstract Background Traditional massage seems to be safe but not entirely risk free, though serious adverse events are very rare. This report is aimed at illustrating a rare but fatal presentation of massive pulmonary embolism caused by leg massage and also to encourage both massage providers and pr...

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Main Authors: Krongkarn Sutham, Sukumpat Na-Nan, Salilthip Paiboonsithiwong, Pakorn Chaksuwat, Theera Tongsong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Deep vein thrombosis
Massage
Pregnancy
Pulmonary embolism
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12884-020-02924-w

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