AN INTERESTING CASE OF LUNG CARCINOMA MASQUERADING AS THROMBOEMBOLIC EVENTS

Abstract

Adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer is known to pose a risk of blood clot related issues like Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE). In this case report, we have a 62-year-old woman who initially complained of pain and swelling in her left calf muscle along with breathing difficulties and a dry cough. Initial examinations revealed discovered DVT in her left leg and elevated levels of D-dimer prompting further investigations. Subsequent scans revealed a PE and multiple nodules in the lungs eventually leading to a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma following a biopsy guided by CT scan. This case emphasizes the connection between cancer and blood clotting issues stressing the importance of considering underlying cancers when patients exhibit unexplained symptoms related to blood clots. The patient underwent treatment involving both chemotherapy and blood thinners to address both the cancer and the blood clotting issues. Despite advancements in diagnosing and treating conditions the presence of blood clot related complications in cancer patients still indicates a challenging prognosis and highlights the need, for timely identification and comprehensive management strategies.