Sequential Bilateral Internal Jugular Vein Thrombosis: A Case Report and Review of this Rare Medical Entity

Internal jugular vein (IJV) thrombosis is exceedingly rare and it is typically the result of head and neck infections or trauma, intravenous drug abuse or long-standing central venous catheters. Malignancies are also a cause of IJV thrombosis. We present a case of bilateral IJV thrombosis in a 48-year-old man. Additional investigations revealed a malignancy of the stomach. Based on a search of the literature, we suggest that patients with spontaneous and/or recurrent IJV thrombosis should undergo thorough investigation to prevent overlooking an occult malignancy.