A Case of Pulmonary Embolism after to Receiving a Dose of Sildenafil

Authors : Emin Fatih Vişneci, Tevhid Aydın, Fatih Cemal Tekin, Demet Acar

Pages : 53-55

Doi:10.33706/jemcr.1398042

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Publication Date : 2024-06-28

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :Introduction: Several studies have posited the potential of PDE5Is to precipitate arterial and venous thrombotic or embolic incidents, albeit rare occurrences. The present investigation documents a case of pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) in an elderly male patient, aged 81, following the consumption of sildenafil. Case Report: An 81-year-old male patient who was previously diagnosed with syncope was admitted to our Emergency Department. He reported symptoms of dyspnea and vertigo. Approximately two hours before admission, there was a history of accidentally ingesting a total dose of 100 milligrams of sildenafil. Conclusion: The occurrence of PTE after sildenafil administration in this case, albeit rare, underscores the significance of meticulous evaluation of medications during patient history-taking. This case report, the importance of thorough efforts to rule out the diagnosis of PTE and to address even the slightest suspicion.
Keywords : Pulmonary embolism, phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors, adverse effect