Vein of Labbe Thrombosis-A missed culprit

Abstract

Thrombosis of vein of Labbe is an uncommon finding and usually tends to occur along with extensive dural venous sinus thrombosis. Clinical presentation varies from headache to aphasia, dysarthria and upper motor neuron weakness symptoms. Recognized risk factors for thrombosis should be considered while diagnosis. MR venogram remains investigation of choice for detection and to look for the extent of thrombosis.

Keywords: cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, venous infarction, vein of Labbe.