Treatment of multiple sclerosis with high-dose corticosteroids may prolong the prothrombin time to dangerous levels in patients taking warfarin

被引:18
作者
Kaufman, M
机构
[1] Multiple Sclerosis Center, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, NC 28232
来源
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS | 1997年 / 3卷 / 04期
关键词
high-dose corticosteroids; warfarin; prothrombin time;
D O I
10.1177/135245859700300406
中图分类号
R74 [神经病学与精神病学];
学科分类号
摘要
Two patients who were taking warfarin experienced significant prolongations of the prothrombin time (protime) after treatment with high-dose corticosteroids for rapid Progression of MS. This complication of therapy is potentially life-threatening.
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