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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Dabigatran is an oral anticoagulant used as an alternative to warfarin.
  • Warfarin has been linked to exfoliative esophagitis and esophageal ulcers.

Observation:

  • A case of exfoliative esophagitis potentially induced by dabigatran is presented.
  • The patient presented with symptoms consistent with esophageal mucosal injury.

Findings:

  • The exfoliative esophagitis improved significantly after the initiation of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs).
  • Ingesting dabigatran with a sufficient amount of water also contributed to the improvement of mucosal injury.

Implications:

  • This case suggests a potential mechanism for dabigatran-induced esophageal injury.
  • Proton-pump inhibitors and proper medication-taking habits (e.g., sufficient water) may be beneficial in managing such adverse events.