Deep vein thrombosis associated with dengue fever.

BACKGROUND

Hemorrhagic manifestations are common with Dengue but thrombotic events are uncommonly reported.

METHODS

11-year-old boy who presented with ileo-femoral deep vein thrombosis associated with serologically confirmed infection with DEN1 dengue virus.

METHODS

There was no other history or investigation suggestive of a procoagulant state.

RESULTS

Successfully treated with enoxaparin and warfarin.

CONCLUSIONS

Thrombotic complications are possible with dengue infection.