A case report of Klinefelter’s syndrome hiding behind pulmonary embolism
Journal Title: Current Research: Cardiology - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Klinefelter’s syndrome, characterized by a karyotype of XXY, is characterized by a series of clinical manifestation such as hypogonadism, small testes, gynecomastia and infertility. This condition promotes hypofribrinolysis due to hormonal imbalances and thrombophillic factors resulting in a hypercoagulability state. Rare complications include thromboembolic events and deep vein thrombosis. Here is a typical case of a 51-year-old man diagnosed with Klinefelter’s syndrome after being admitted and treated for pulmonary embolism.
Authors and Affiliations
Ping-Xi Xiao, Dookhun Muhammad Nabeel, Kai Zhang, Xiao-Hui Yang, Nian-Nian Liu, Zhi-Wen Tao, Xin Chen, Xin-Zheng Lu
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