Enoxaparin-induced generalized exanthem.
Adverse cutaneous reactions to low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) are uncommon in the literature. They are usually localized reactions such as ecchymoses, erythematous plaques, and nodules. Only one case of a generalized maculopapular rash with enoxaparin has been reported in Europe. To our knowledge, this is the first case reported in the English literature of a generalized exanthem due to subcutaneous injection of enoxaparin.
Kim
Karen H
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Department of Dermatology, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA. karen_hj_kim@hotmail.com
Lynfield
Yelva
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D001707:Biopsy, Needle; D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D017984:Enoxaparin / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005076:Exanthema / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007150:Immunohistochemistry; D007279:Injections, Subcutaneous; D008875:Middle Aged; D009767:Obesity, Morbid; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*
D017984:Enoxaparin