Portal vein thrombosis after cesarean section in a patient on prolonged bed rest due to threatened preterm labor

Key Clinical Message Portal vein thrombosis is a rare but life‐threatening complication during pregnancy and postpartum period. Color Doppler ultrasound is useful for prompt diagnosis. Although the risk of complications should be considered, successful pregnancy with comorbid portal vein thrombosis is possible with appropriate anticoagulation therapy and close monitoring.