A Rare Case of Budd–Chiari Syndrome in a Young Female

TL;DR

This paper presents a rare case of Budd–Chiari syndrome in a young female, highlighting its diagnosis and treatment options.

Contribution

The novelty lies in reporting a rare clinical case of Budd–Chiari syndrome in a young female, emphasizing diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Findings

Budd–Chiari syndrome was diagnosed through imaging studies in a young female.

Thrombolysis, angioplasty, and TIPS were considered as treatment options for hepatic vein obstruction.

Abstract

Budd–Chiari syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by hepatic vein obstruction, with an incidence of 1 in 100,000. It can be diagnosed through imaging studies and initially managed with anticoagulants. Acute Budd–Chiari syndrome can be treated with thrombolysis to dissolve blood clots obstructing hepatic veins. Venous obstructions in Budd–Chiari syndrome can be fixed through angioplasty or venous stenting to restore blood flow. Liver decompression can be achieved with TIPS, and severe cases may require liver transplantation.