Thrombosis of the Left Popliteal Vein

Clinical details

Swelling of left lower extremity.

Summary of findings

Free-floating thrombus in the left popliteal vein. A steady-state MRA with Gadofosveset i.v. offers a robust alternative to the often laborious conventional phlebography because of the easy procedure and excellent detailed resolution.

Description of images

Curved MPR of acute free-floating thrombus in the left popliteal vein (arrow).

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