Warfarin-induced leukocytoclastic vasculitis: A case report and review of literature

Chien Yi Hsu, Wei Sheng Chen, Shih Hsien Sung

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Abstract

Warfarin is widely prescribed for patients with atrial fibrillation. In addition to unexpected bleeding, allergic skin reaction is one of its uncommon adverse effects. We herein report an 89-year-old man who, after taking warfarin for 4 years, suffered extensive skin eruptions. The skin biopsy disclosed leukocytoclastic vasculitis. The causal relationship between skin lesions and warfarin was confirmed after re-challenge of warfarin. A literature review revealed only 13 such cases reported from 1980 to 2011. Clinicians should be aware of this potential adverse effect of warfarin.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)601-606
Number of pages6
JournalInternal Medicine
Volume51
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 20 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Leukocytoclastic vasculitis
  • Warfarin

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Internal Medicine

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