Subcortical Hemorrhage due to Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis with Multiple Thrombotic Risks : A Case Report

Abstract

  Recently, anemia has been identified as a risk factor for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) in addition to a genetic predisposition or trauma. However, most reports have focused on a single risk factor, whereas the association between multiple risk factors for CVST remains unclear. Herein, we report the case of a patient with CVST due to subcortical hemorrhage with macrocytic anemia while taking oral contraceptives. We hypothesized that CVST developed because of multiple risk factors, leading to subcortical hemorrhage. In addition to anticoagulant therapy, these risk factors were managed, and the CVST improved. Multiple risk factors may be identified while treating CVST, and searching for and treating each is necessary.