Abstract

WARFARIN INDUCED HEMOPTYSIS – A CASE REPORT

Srilatha Raparthi*, Vinay Aluri, Mamata D and Dr. Uma Maheswara Rao V.

Abstract

DAH (Diffuse alveolar haemorrhage) is the result of the accumulation of intra-alveolar red blood cells originating from the alveolar capillaries. Hemoptysis is a spitting or coughing up of blood, caused by bleeding of the lungs or from the tracheobronchial tree. Previosly reports cite the occurrence of pulmonary hemorrhage in patients treated with coumadin, warfarin, or heparin. Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage complicating warfarin therapy is associated with a high mortality rate. Vigilance should always be maintained to monitor INR’s when anti-cougulants are administered so as to prevent bleeding complications as seen in this case.

Keywords: Warfarin, Hemoptysis, Diffuse alveolar haemorrhage, INR & PT.