Vertebral Artery Dissection Probably Caused by Massage: A Case Report

Chin Med Sci J. 2019 Mar 30;34(1):65-68. doi: 10.24920/003480.

Abstract

MASSAGE has been recommended to more people as an adjunct to health care. We illustrate a case of vertebral artery dissection (VAD) probably caused by massage that almost resulted in the patient's death. The patient experienced sudden cardiac arrest and paralysis. After treatment with anticoagulation and antiplatelet, he finally discharged without any sequelae.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anticoagulants / administration & dosage*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Massage / adverse effects*
  • Middle Aged
  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors / administration & dosage*
  • Vertebral Artery Dissection* / drug therapy
  • Vertebral Artery Dissection* / etiology

Substances

  • Anticoagulants
  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors