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Eptifibatide induced profound thrombocytopenia in a patient with pelvic malignancy: A case report

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: ► Eptifibatide is associated with profound thrombocytopenia and thrombosis secondary to a HITT-like mechanism associated with drug-dependant antibodies. ► Caution with eptifibatide use is needed in those pre-disposed to hypercoaguability, particularly those with an underlying malignancy.

Source: Gynecologic Oncology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.gynor.2012.03.002

Authors: Kathryn C. Squires, Saketh R. Guntupalli, Premal H. Thaker

Institutions: Washington University in St. Louis, Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center

Language: English

Topic: Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W1973545259

FWCI: 0.603

Cites: 10

Cited by: 2

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