Pulmonary Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolus in a Pregnant Patient: A Case Report.

We report a case of a pregnant woman who presented to the emergency department complaining of dyspnea and syncope and was ultimately diagnosed with pulmonary vein thrombosis and a saddle pulmonary embolus on computed tomography pulmonary angiography. Proper identification is critical for prompt management to avoid significant life-threatening sequela.

Nasogastric decompression not associated with a reduction in surgery or bowel ischemia for acute small bowel obstruction.

Objectives: Small bowel obstructions (SBOs) occur 300,000 times annually leading to $1.3 billion in cost. Approximately 20% of patients require a laparotomy to manage the obstruction and either prevent or treat intestinal ischemia.