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Compression of the Inferior Vena Cava by the Right Iliac Artery: A Rare Variant of May–Thurner Syndrome

Authors: V. Fretz, C. A. Binkert

Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology | Issue 5/2010

Abstract

May–Thurner syndrome is known as compression of the left common iliac vein by the right common iliac artery. We describe a case of an atypical compression of the inferior vena cava by the right common iliac artery secondary to a high aortic bifurcation. Despite an extensive collateral network, there was a significant venous gradient between the iliac veins and the inferior vena cava above the compression. After stenting the venous pressure gradient disappeared. Follow-up 4 months later revealed a good clinical response with a patent stent.

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Title: Compression of the Inferior Vena Cava by the Right Iliac Artery: A Rare Variant of May–Thurner Syndrome
Authors: V. Fretz
C. A. Binkert
Publication date: 01-10-2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology / Issue 5/2010
Print ISSN: 0174-1551
Electronic ISSN: 1432-086X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-009-9671-y

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