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ArticleLeukemia research reports2025

Catastrophic asparaginase-induced cerebral and systemic thrombosis in a young female with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma: A case report & literature review.

Shihab Ahmed Ibrahim Ahmed, Amr Suliman AlHanbali

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Shihab Ahmed Ibrahim AhmedKing Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, KSA, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Amr Suliman AlHanbaliKing Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, KSA, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

Asparaginase is a cornerstone in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and its variant, T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma (T-LBL), particularly in adolescents and young adults (AYA). However, its use is associated with a significant risk of thrombotic complications due to its profound effects on coagulation pathways. We report a catastrophic case of asparaginase-induced cerebral and systemic thrombosis in a previously healthy 20-year-old female with T-LBL. Despite prophylactic anticoagulation, the patient developed extensive cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism, necessitating mechanical thrombectomy, Argatroban therapy, and long-term anticoagulation. This case underscores the multifactorial pathophysiology of asparaginase-associated thrombosis and highlights the need for individualized risk assessment, vigilant monitoring, and dynamic anticoagulation strategies. A comprehensive literature review is provided to contextualize the epidemiology, mechanisms, risk factors, prevention, and management of this life-threatening complication, with practical recommendations for optimizing care in high-risk patients.

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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)AnticoagulationAsparaginaseCerebral sinus venous thrombosis (CSVT)Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)Hematologic maPulmonary embolism (PE)T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma (T-LBL)ThrombosisVenous thromboembolism (VTE)

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PMID40697425
PMCPMC12281035

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