Fatal thrombotic complications of hepatic cystic compression of the inferior vena: A case report

Figure 1 First CT scan shows that huge hepatic cyst (C) exhibits mass compression effect on IVC with thrombosis (arrow).

Figure 2 Under sono-guiding, drainage tube (arrow) put into adequate position for hepatic cyst (C).

Figure 3 A: The post-drainage follow-up CT scan shows remarkable shrinkage of the hepatic cyst (C), no thrombi of IVC at this level (straight arrow). B: However, there is still long segmental thrombi occupation of lower trunk of IVC and right lower leg, including right popliteal vein (straight arrow) and subcutaneous tissue swelling of lower extremity due to cellulitis (curve arrow).