Contralateral femoral neuropathy: an unusual complication of anticoagulation following PTCA.
This case report describes the occurrence of femoral neuropathy secondary to a hematoma of the iliacus muscle. This unusual complication was a result of heparin therapy following Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA). We have reviewed the anatomic correlates, mechanism, and treatment options of this condition.
Ganglani
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College of Medicine, Ohio State University, Columbus.
Turk
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Mehra
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Beaver
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Lach
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D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary; D000925:Anticoagulants / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005267:Femoral Nerve; D006119:Groin; D006406:Hematoma / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous / Q000009:adverse effects; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009408:Nerve Compression Syndromes / Q000209:etiology*
D000925:Anticoagulants