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Teicoplanin-Induced Acute Thrombocytopenia in a Patient With Foot Osteomyelitis

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This clinical case report explores the occurrence of acute thrombocytopenia following teicoplanin infusion in a patient with diabetic foot osteomyelitis. The patient, a 54-year-old male with a medical history of chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and type II diabetes mellitus, experienced a severe drop in platelet count during teicoplanin treatment. The article discusses the clinical presentation, diagnostic assessments, and management of teicoplanin-induced thrombocytopenia. Additionally, it delves into the broader context of drug-induced thrombocytopenia and emphasizes the importance of a systematic approach to understanding and managing this adverse reaction.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.70341

Authors: Charisma Marion Thomas, Husam Jamil

Institution: National Health Service

Language: English

Topic: Platelet Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Hematology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402917895