Liberia Medical & Dental Association Journal

Dural Sinus Thrombosis in a 14year old girl – A Case Report

Authors:

Patience Dono Franklin1, Gabresidtak Goffer Kebede2, Readon Chukwugozi Ideh1

1 Department of Pediatrics, John F. Kennedy Medical Centre, Monrovia, Liberia.

2 Department of Radiology, John F. Kennedy Medical Centre, Monrovia, Liberia

Corresponding author. E-mail: rideh1010@gmail.com

Published At: January 11, 2025

ISSN Number: ISSN 2521-5124

DOI: Volume 20, Manuscript #11

Abstract

Dural sinus thrombosis is a rare but serious condition, especially in children, requiring a high level of suspi­cion for accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. We present the case of a 14-year-old female who initially presented with vague symptoms but later developed neurological deficits. Imaging revealed left acute mastoiditis and dural sinus thrombosis. She was suc­cessfully treated with antibiotics and anticoagula­tion therapy. This case underscores the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion, utilizing imag­ing for accurate diagnosis, and prompt initiation of treatment in resource-limited settings.

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Dural sinus, venous, thrombosis, anticoagulation, children

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