Hemoptysis in Quadriplegia with Atrial Fibrillation Who Was Taking Edoxaban: a Case Report
- Author:
Hoyoung JEONG
1
;
Bo Young HONG
;
Joon Sung KIM
;
Jisoo PARK
;
Ji Yoon JUNG
;
Seong Hoon LIM
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Brain & Neurorehabilitation 2021;14(3):e26-
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: The direct-acting oral anticoagulants (DOACs) would be the standard treatment for the prevention of stroke and thromboembolism in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation patients. The adverse effects of greatest concern are bleeding especially major bleeding. We present a case of a patient with a history of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and pacemaker, who developed severe anemia after massive hemoptysis while taking DOAC; however, he has continued taking DOAC. Through this case, we have summarized the current management of major bleeding associated with anticoagulation and discuss the optimal regimen for restarting of anticoagulation therapy.
