Acute right iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis mimicking acute appendicitis in the postpartum period: a case report

Abstract

The risk of venous thromboembolism increases during pregnancy and postpartum. The incidence in the first six weeks following delivery is approximately 0.15%. Deep vein thrombosis may present with acute appendicitis-like symptoms such as right iliac fossa pain, nausea and vomiting.