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[Heparin-induced thrombopenia and thrombosis]
T C Stöckli1, A Walther, G Görres
1Departement Innere Medizin, Kantonsspital Basel.
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|March 23, 1996
Summary
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) with thrombosis is a rare complication of heparin. This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic considerations for HIT, including treatment with danaproid.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Hematology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) with thrombosis is a rare but serious complication of heparin therapy.
- HIT is an immune-mediated reaction characterized by thrombocytopenia and a prothrombotic state.