Paradoxical embolism associated with oral contraceptives: an underdiagnosed lesion?

Abstract

A case of cerebral embolism is described in which paradoxical features have been proved clinically, and which may explain some hitherto unaccountable reported cases, and suggests the value of prospective studies. A successful outcome of such a proved case, associated with oral contraceptives, does not appear to have been reported previously.

• Authors: J de Swiet
• Journal: Postgraduate medical journal (Postgrad Med J) Vol. 55 Issue 644 Pg. 419-20 (Jun 1979) ISSN: 0032-5473 [Print] England
• PMID: 482190 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Contraceptives, Oral

Topics

• Adult
• Contraceptives, Oral (adverse effects)
• Female
• Humans
• Intracranial Embolism and Thrombosis (chemically induced)
• Pulmonary Heart Disease (chemically induced)
• Thrombophlebitis (chemically induced)