Arthritis, Dyspnea and Hemoptysis on Exertion

Intracardiac thrombus is a rare complication of Antiphospholipid syndrome secondary to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Its treatment is extremely tough and requires a multidisciplinary approach. We reported a case of SLE with intracardiac thrombus and pulmonary embolism. The patient was complicated with hemoptysis and kidney injury, and had a high risk of sudden death from incidental thrombus shedding off. In the state of thrombosis and hemorrhage, the management of anticoagulation and the evaluation and treatment of the primary disease complicated with infection are challenging. The multidisciplinary collaboration helpedus to create a more favorable surgical condition while controlling SLE aggressively. After surgical treatment at the proper time, the outcome of the patient was satisfying.