A case of heparin induced thrombocytopenia treated with lepirudin infusion: Case report

Abstract

Heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a life-threatening complication that can be seen in the course of heparin treatment. The syndrome is much likely to be seen during treatment with standart heparin but it can also be seen due to low molecular weight heparins. In this article, we presented a case of HIT who was given low molecular weight heparin for prophylaxis that developed massive pulmonary thromboembolism. The patient was successfuly treated with lepirudin infusion and no complications due to treatment was seen.