Severe hemoglobinuria masquerading as gross hematuria following mitral valve replacement.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Gross hemoglobinuria following mitral valve replacement can represent a rare form of hemolytic anemia. This condition can masquerade as gross hematuria in the post-valve replacement patient. It is commonly associated with valvular dysfunction, specifically, perivalvular leakage. The leakage may not be apparent on routine echocardiography but it may be documented with trans-esophageal echocardiography.
Medical subject headings
- Anemia, Hemolytic
- Heart Valve Prosthesis
- Hematuria
- Hemoglobinuria