Heparin-induced skin reaction

Med J Aust. 1984 Mar 3;140(5):287-9. doi: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.1984.tb104041.x.

Abstract

A case of heparin-induced skin reaction at the sites of subcutaneous injections is reported. The clinical details of 15 previously reported cases are summarized, and the importance of recognizing this complication is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Blister / chemically induced*
  • Erythema / chemically induced*
  • Heparin / administration & dosage
  • Heparin / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Injections, Subcutaneous
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pain / etiology

Substances

  • Heparin