Abbas Hayat Mallick¹*, Ammar Ahmed², and Vibhav Bansal³

¹Medicine, Fatima Memorial Hospital College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan
²Emergency Medicine, Javon Bea Hospital, Rockford, IL, United States of America
³Neurology, Javon Bea Hospital, Rockford, IL, United States of America

*Corresponding Author: Abbas Hayat Mallick, Medicine, Fatima Memorial Hospital College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan.

Received: October 19, 2022; Published: April 16, 2023

Abstract

Introduction: Basilar artery stroke is a rare but devastating condition that requires swift diagnosis and treatment. Factor V Leiden is a hypercoagulability mutation primarily associated with venous thromboembolism, but is rarely associated with arterial atherothrombotic events such as ischemic stroke. In young patients, the presence of a PFO and prothrombotic mutation can increase the risk of cerebrovascular accidents.

Case Presentation: A 32-year-old female presented with symptoms of basilar artery thrombosis and was diagnosed through physical examination and relevant investigations. Swift initiation of IV tPA and thrombectomy procedure, as well as multidisciplinary team approach to patient care, were crucial in managing the patient's condition.

Discussion and Conclusion: The rarity of inherited thrombophilias in association with arterial thromboembolic events highlights the need for further research to better understand the etiology of such events in young patients. Considering all risk factors, including PFO and prothrombotic mutations, can help prevent cerebrovascular accidents in young patients.

Keywords: Basilar Artery Thrombosis; Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT); Pulmonary Embolism

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Citation

Citation: Abbas Hayat Mallick., et al. “Basilar Artery Thrombosis in a Young Patient with Factor V Leiden Mutation and Patent Foramen Ovale: A Case Report". Acta Scientific Neurology 6.5 (2023): 15-18.

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