
Agent specific effects of anticoagulant induced alopecia
Author(s) -
Weyand Angela C.,
Shavit Jordan A.
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
research and practice in thrombosis and haemostasis
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2475-0379
DOI - 10.1002/rth2.12001
Subject(s) - anticoagulant , medicine , business , pharmacology
Alopecia has been observed with many anticoagulants although the mechanism is unclear. A 20 year old female with recurrent DVT s developed alopecia with multiple anticoagulants, including heparin derivatives and the new oral anticoagulants. This resolved with discontinuation of the agents. The patient was ultimately able to be anticoagulated with fondaparinux long term without any alopecia. This case addresses the Key Clinical Question of management and recognition of anticoagulant induced alopecia. This side effect can result from almost any of the available agents and is quickly reversible, underlining the importance of tailoring treatment to the individual and their experiences.