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Ulcerative livedoid vasculopathy responding to clopidogrel

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Livedoid vasculopathy (LV) is a thrombotic, noninflammatory disorder that typically affects the lower extremities. Treatments for LV are widely varied and can be difficult to obtain because of high cost or lack of availability. We present a case of LV with ulcers in an adult woman successfully treated with clopidogrel, a widely available antiplatelet agent. Our case suggests that clopidogrel can be an effective and accessible treatment option for ulcerative LV.

Source: JAAD Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2017.09.003

Authors: Elaine Kunzler, Benjamin F. Chong

Institutions: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Northeast Ohio Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Antiplatelet Therapy and Cardiovascular Diseases

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $750