Introduction And Importance: Behçet disease is a rare, chronic, multi-systemic inflammatory disease of unknown origin that affects vessels in various organs. It is characterized by multiple clinical manifestations, most prominently oral and genital ulcers. Typically diagnosed in individuals aged 20 to 40 years with a male predominance, Behçet disease poses significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
Case Presentation: We present a case concerning a 26-year-old female who was diagnosed with Behçet's disease nine years ago. This presentation is atypical for her age and gender. The patient has experienced recurrent thrombotic events, such as pulmonary embolism, a right pulmonary artery aneurysm, and right atrium intracardiac thrombosis.
Clinical Discussion: This case underscores the atypical presentation of Behçet disease in a young female and highlights its potential for serious thrombotic complications. The recurrent thrombotic events observed in this patient necessitate a comprehensive understanding of the disease's pathophysiology and tailored therapeutic approaches.
Conclusion: Behçet disease can manifest with significant thrombotic complications, even in atypical patient populations. This case report highlights the necessity for heightened awareness and timely management of thrombotic events in individuals with Behçet disease to enhance outcomes.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11471680 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110389 | DOI Listing |
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