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Tecnologia: Enoxaparina comparada à profilaxia mecânica e/ou outros medicamentos disponíveis ou não no SUS. Indicação: Profilaxia de Tromboembolismo Venoso (TEV) em pacientes submetidos a cirurgia de abdome, pelve e varizes. Pergunta: Há superioridade em eficácia e segurança da enoxaparina (heparina de baixo peso molecular - HBPM) comparada à profilaxia mecânica e a outros medicamentos disponíveis ou não no SUS para prevenção de TEV em pacientes acima de 18 anos, não gestantes, em pós-operatório de cirurgias eletivas de abdome, pelve e varizes? Métodos: Revisão rápida de evidências (overview) de revisões sistemáticas, com levantamento bibliográfico realizado na base de dados PUBMED, utilizando estratégia estruturada de busca. A qualidade metodológica das revisões sistemáticas foi avaliada com AMSTAR-2 (Assessing the Methodological Quality of Systematic Reviews). Resultados: Foram selecionadas quatro e incluídas duas revisões sistemáticas com metanálise. Conclusão: HBPM no pós-operatório de cirurgia abdominal e pelve reduziu a incidência de TEV geral e TEV sintomático, sem aumentar risco de sangramento e mortalidade. Nas cirurgias de veias varicosas, foi observado uma redução de todos os eventos trombóticos e risco de TVP, sem aumentar risco de sangramento
Technology: Enoxaparin compared to mechanical prophylaxis and/or other drugs available or not in the SUS. Indication: Prophylaxis of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in patients undergoing surgery of the abdomen, pelvis and varicose veins. Question: There is superiority in efficacy and safety of enoxaparin, compared to mechanical prophylaxis and other drugs available or not in the SUS, for the prevention of VTE for patients over 18 years old, non-pregnant in the postoperative period of elective surgeries of the abdomen, pelvis and varicose veins? Methods: Rapid review of evidence (overview) from systematic reviews, with a bibliographic search in the PUBMED database, using a structured strategy. The methodological quality of systematic reviews was assessed with AMSTAR-2 (Methodological Quality Assessment of Systematic Reviews). Results: Four were selected and two systematic reviews with meta-analysis were included. Conclusion: LMWH in the postoperative period of abdominal and pelvic surgery reduced the incidence of general VTE and symptomatic VTE, without increasing the risk of bleeding and mortality. In varicose vein surgeries, a reduction in all thrombotic events and risk of DVT was observed, without increasing the risk of bleeding
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Humans , Adult , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Young Adult , Enoxaparin/therapeutic use , Venous Thromboembolism/drug therapy , Pelvis/surgery , Varicose Veins/surgery , Comparative Study , Efficacy , Abdomen/surgeryABSTRACT
Abstract Objective The present study describes the preferences and current practices of a sample of knee surgeons in Brazil regarding thromboprophylaxis in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Method In the present internet survey, surgeons from the Brazilian Knee Surgery Society (SBCJ, in the Portuguese acronym) voluntarily answered an anonymous questionnaire including time of personal surgical experience, perceptions about the best thromboprophylaxis options, and actual practices in their work environment. Results From December 2020 to January 2021, 243 participants answered the questionnaire. All, except for 3 (1.2%), reported using thromboprophylaxis, and most (76%) combined pharmacological and mechanical techniques. The most prescribed drug was enoxaparin (87%), which changed to rivaroxaban (65%) after discharge. The time of thromboprophylaxis initiation varied according to the length of training of the knee surgeon (p ≤ 0.03), and their preferences and practices differed according to the Brazilian region (p< 0.05) and the health system in which the surgeons work (public or private sector; p= 0.024). The option for mechanical thromboprophylaxis also depended on the training time of the surgeon. Conclusion Thromboprophylaxis preferences and practices in TKA are diverse across Brazilian regions and health systems (public or private sectors). Given the lack of a national clinical guideline, most orthopedists follow either their hospital guidelines or none. The mechanical prophylaxis method and the little use of aspirin are the points that most diverge from international guidelines and practices.
Resumo Objetivo Descrever as preferências e práticas atuais de uma amostra de cirurgiões de joelho do Brasil quanto à forma de tromboprofilaxia na artroplastia total do joelho (ATJ). Método presente pesquisa realizada pela internet, cirurgiões associados à Sociedade Brasileira de Cirurgia do Joelho (SBCJ) foram convidados a responder voluntariamente a um questionário anônimo incluindo o tempo de experiência cirúrgica pessoal, percepções sobre as melhores opções de tromboprofilaxia e as reais práticas no ambiente onde trabalham. Resultados Entre dezembro de 2020 e janeiro de 2021, 243 participantes responderam ao questionário completo. Exceto por 3 (1,2%) participantes, todos declararam praticar tromboprofilaxia, a maioria (76%) combinando as formas farmacológica e mecânica. A droga mais prescrita é a enoxaparina (87%), com modificação para rivaroxabana (65%) após a alta. O momento de início da tromboprofilaxia variou conforme o tempo de formação do cirurgião de joelho (p ≤ 0,03) e as preferências e práticas variaram conforme a região do país (p< 0,05) e o sistema de saúde no qual trabalham os cirurgiões (público ou privado; p= 0,024). A opção por tromboprofilaxia mecânica também dependeu do tempo de formação do cirurgião. Conclusão As preferências e práticas de tromboprofilaxia na ATJ são diversas nas regiões do Brasil e sistemas de saúde (público ou privado). Dada a inexistência de uma diretriz clínica nacional, a maior parte dos ortopedistas segue ou a diretriz de seu próprio hospital ou nenhuma. O método de profilaxia mecânica e a pouca utilização do ácido acetilsalicílico são os pontos que mais destoam das diretrizes e práticas internacionais.
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Humans , Male , Female , Surveys and Questionnaires , Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee , Disease Prevention , Fibrinolytic Agents , RivaroxabanABSTRACT
Resumen Introducción: En la población pediátrica, el 95% de las tromboembolias venosas son secundarias a un factor de riesgo; la presencia de catéter venoso central es el factor de riesgo más importante para el desarrollo de trombosis venosa profunda en esta población. Los estudios en población adulta sobre el uso de anticoagulantes se han extrapolado a la población pediátrica, y por ello es importante tener en cuenta las características diferenciales entre ambas poblaciones. Método: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo en el que se revisaron 2300 registros clínicos de pacientes seguidos por la Clínica de Anticoagulación institucional desde 2011 hasta 2019, buscando identificar pacientes menores de 18 años que hubieran recibido manejo anticoagulante ambulatorio. Resultados: Se encontraron 43 pacientes menores de 18 años, el 60% de sexo femenino, con una edad promedio de 9.8 ± 5.2 años. El antecedente patológico más prevalente fueron las valvulopatías (28%). Las principales indicaciones para recibir manejo anticoagulante incluyeron cardiopatías congénitas (21%), prótesis valvular cardíaca mecánica (21%, 5 aórticas y 4 mitrales) y trombosis venosa profunda (14%). La warfarina se utilizó en el 72% de los pacientes. El 81% de los pacientes recibieron tratamiento anticoagulante extendido. Las principales complicaciones durante el tratamiento anticoagulante fueron sangrado ginecológico y cutáneo, así como trombocitopenia. Conclusiones: Las cardiopatías congénitas y las valvulopatías cardíacas son las principales indicaciones para considerar el manejo anticoagulante en la población pediátrica. La warfarina es el medicamento más utilizado en forma ambulatoria en esta población. La adherencia adecuada y el seguimiento ambulatorio en esta población requieren herramientas adicionales para lograr un excelente tratamiento anticoagulante.
Abstract Introduction: In pediatric patients, 95% of venous thromboembolisms are secondary to a risk factor; the presence of central venous catheter is the most important risk factor for the development of deep vein thrombosis in this population. Studies about anticoagulation treatment in adult patients have been extrapolated to the pediatric population, it is important to consider the differential characteristics between these two populations. Method: A descriptive study was conducted; there were reviewed 2300 clinical records of patients followed by the institutional anticoagulation clinic from 2011 to 2019, looking for underage patients who have received ambulatory anticoagulation treatment management. Results: 43 patients under the age of 18 years old were found. 60% were female and the average age was 9.8 ± 5.2 years. The most prevalent pathological antecedent was valve disease (28%). The main indications for anticoagulant treatment included congenital heart disease (21%), mechanical heart valves (21%, 5 aortic and 4 mitral) and deep vein thrombosis (14%). Warfarin was found in 72% of patients. 81% of patients received extended anticoagulation therapy. The main complications during anticoagulant treatment included gynecological and cutaneous bleeding, as well as thrombocytopenia. Conclusions: Congenital heart disease and heart valve disease are the main indications for considering anticoagulation treatment in the pediatric population. Warfarin is the most formulated anticoagulant in this outpatient population. Adequate adherence and outpatient follow-up in requires additional tools to achieve excellent anticoagulant treatment.
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Introducción: en diciembre de 2019 se reportó por primera vez un brote de COVID-19. Esta enfermedad ha ocasionado millones de muertes a nivel mundial. A la fecha se han probado multiples fármacos, sin encontrar un tratamiento eficaz aún. Objetivo: describir la evolución y el tratamiento farmacológico utilizado en pacientes hospitalizados por COVID-19. Material y métodos: estudio observacional en 200 pacientes hospitalizados por COVID-19 en un hospital regional de Acapulco que ingresaron entre marzo y julio de 2020. Se identificaron las características, el tratamiento farmacológico y la evolución de los pacientes. Se realizó analisis univarido, bivariado y multivariado. Resultados: el 60% de los pacientes fueron del sexo masculino, 83% presentaron al menos una comorbilidad, 56% fallecieron. El fármaco más utilizado fue la enoxaparina, del cual recibir dosis de 60 mg se asoció a menor riesgo de fallecer comparado con recibir 40 mg. Haber recibido hidroxicloroquina, metilprednisolona, moxifloxacino y tener 60 años o más se asoció a un mayor riesgo de morir. Conclusiones: se presentó una elevada mortalidad. El fármaco más utilizado fue la enoxaparina, del cual utilizar dosis de 60 mg disminuyó el riesgo de fallecer
Background: In December 2019, an outbreak of COVID-19 was reported for the first time. This disease has caused millions of deaths worldwide. To date multiple drugs have been tried, without finding an effective treatment yet. Objective: To describe the evolution and the pharmacological treatment used in patients hospitalized due to COVID-19. Material and methods: Observational study in 200 patients hospitalized due to COVID-19 in a regional hospital of Acapulco who were admitted between March and July 2020. The characteristics, pharmacological treatment and evolution of the patients were identified. Univariate, bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed. Results: 60% of the patients were male, 83% had at least one comorbidity, 56% died. The most used drug was enoxaparin, of which receiving a 60 mg dose was associated with a lower risk of death, compared to receiving 40 mg. Having received hydroxychloroquine, methylprednisolone, moxifloxacin and being 60 years or older was associated with a higher risk of progressing to death. Conclusions: There was a high mortality. The most used drug was enoxaparin, of which using doses of 60 mg reduced the risk of death
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Humans , Animals , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Therapeutics , Mortality , Drug Interactions , COVID-19 , Comorbidity , Enoxaparin , MexicoABSTRACT
Resumo Baixas doses de edoxabana e enoxaparina sódica foram objeto de uma comparação retrospectiva implementada com a técnica do escore de propensão a fim de mitigar os efeitos das diferenças nas características clínicas basais de duas coortes e minimizar o risco de viés. Posteriormente, usando um modelo de riscos proporcionais de Cox, avaliou-se a associação de cada tipo de terapia com o risco do composto de morte por todas as causas, acidente vascular cerebral/ataque isquêmico transitório, hospitalizações e ocorrência de sangramentos maiores. Para essa análise, um valor de p < 0,05 foi considerado estatisticamente significante. A terapia com enoxaparina e cirrose hepática como causadora de trombocitopenia estiveram associadas ao aumento do risco do endpoint composto (enoxaparina: hazard ratio (HR): 3,31; IC 95%: 1,54 a 7,13; p = 0,0023; cirrose hepática, HR: 1,04; 95% CI: 1,002 a 1,089; p = 0,0410). Por outro lado, a terapia com edoxabana mostrou-se significativamente associada à diminuição do risco do endpoint composto (HR: 0,071; 95% CI: 0,013 a 0,373; p = 0,0019). Com base nessa análise retrospectiva, o edoxaban em doses baixas seria uma ferramenta farmacológica segura e eficaz para a profilaxia de eventos cardioembólicos em pacientes com FA e trombocitopenia.
Abstract Low-dose edoxaban and enoxaparin sodium have been the subject of a retrospective comparison implemented with the propensity score technique in order to mitigate the effects of the differences in the basal clinical features of two cohorts and minimize the risk of bias. Subsequently, using a Cox proportional-hazards model, the association of each type of therapy with the risk of the composite of all-cause death, stroke/transient ischemic attack, hospitalizations and major bleeding events was assessed. For this analysis, a p-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Therapy with enoxaparin and liver cirrhosis as causing thrombocytopenia were associated with increased risk of the composite endpoint (enoxaparin: hazard ratio (HR): 3.31; 95% CI: 1.54 to 7.13; p = 0.0023; liver cirrhosis, HR: 1.04; 95% CI: 1.002 to 1.089; p = 0.0410). Conversely, edoxaban therapy was significantly associated with decreased risk of the composite endpoint (HR: 0.071; 95% CI: 0.013 to 0.373; p = 0.0019). Based on this retrospective analysis, edoxaban at low doses would appear as an effective and safe pharmacological tool for the prophylaxis of cardioembolic events in patients with AF and thrombocytopenia.
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Humans , Atrial Fibrillation/complications , Atrial Fibrillation/drug therapy , Thrombocytopenia/chemically induced , Stroke/etiology , Stroke/prevention & control , Patients , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome , Fibrinolytic Agents/adverse effects , Anticoagulants/adverse effectsABSTRACT
RESUMEN La hemorragia adrenal bilateral es un fenómeno poco común que puede acarrear consecuencias catastróficas por una crisis adrenal. Se ha asociado con diversas entidades como la sepsis, anticoagulación, neoplasias, el trauma, síndrome antifosfolípido y estado postoperatorio, especialmente, de cirugías ortopédicas. Su diagnóstico se dificulta en la medida en que los pacientes presentan signos y síntomas inespecíficos, por lo cual, una alta sospecha clínica es el principal indicador para la realización de una imagen que confirme el dictamen. Se presenta el caso de una hemorragia adrenal bilateral sin insuficiencia adrenal en una mujer de 71 años que, durante el quinto día del posoperatorio, tras una osteosíntesis de rodilla y recibiendo profilaxis antitrombótica con enoxaparina, ingresa al servicio de urgencias por dolor abdominal tipo cólico con 12 horas de evolución, acompañado de náuseas y sin signos de inestabilidad hemodinámica.
SUMMARY Bilateral adrenal hemorrhage is an uncommon phenomenon with potential catastrophic con-sequences, such as an adrenal crisis. It has been associated with diverse entities such as sepsis, anticoagulation, malignancy, trauma, antiphospholipid syndrome and postoperative setting, among others. The diagnosis is difficult as patients present with non-specific signs and symptoms, so high suspicion should trigger imaginological test to confirm the diagnosis. We report the case of bilateral adrenal hemorrhage without adrenal insufficiency that occurred in a 71-year-old woman during her fifth postoperative day after knee osteosynthesis, who received treatment with enoxaparin as antithrombotic prophylaxis and who presented to the emergency room for 12 hours of colic-like abdominal pain accompanied by nausea without signs of hemodynamic instability.
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Humans , Hemorrhage , Emergencies , KneeABSTRACT
RESUMEN Son conocidos los efectos de los anticoagulantes como tratamiento o profilaxis de eventos trombóticos, esto permitió establecer una terapia individualizada según sus necesidades. Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, transversal, no aleatorizado, en 138 pacientes hospitalizados mayores de edad en una institución de cuarto nivel de atención con tratamiento anticoagulante terapéutico y profiláctico, se abordó el tipo de fármaco indicado, periodicidad, efectos adversos, controles de laboratorio, interacciones farmacológicas y causalidad de las reacciones adversas. Se encontró que el anticoagulante con mayor frecuencia de uso fue enoxaparina (68%), el control más utilizado fue el tiempo de protrombina (60,39%), interacciones farmacológicas se identificaron en 47,1%, las más frecuentes con ácido acetil salicílico (29,7% del total de interacciones), las reacciones adversas más frecuentes fueron de índole hematológico (58,3%); y la evaluación de causalidad de reacciones adversas fue 4,2% probable. El estudio mostró que el anticoagulante más utilizado fue enoxaparina. Las interacciones farmacológicas de los anticoagulantes fueron muy frecuentes, especialmente con warfarina. Las reacciones adversas de mayor ocurrencia fueron las de tipo hemorrágico ; y la evaluación de causalidad fue de categoría posible para la mayoría de estas reacciones adversas.
SUMMARY The effects of anticoagulants are known as treatment or prophylaxis of thrombotic events, allowing to establish an individualized therapy according to their needs. A descriptive cross-sectional, non-randomized study was carried out in 138 hospitalized patients of legal age in a fourth-level care institution with therapeutic and prophylactic anticoagulant treatment, addressing the type of drug indicated, periodicity, side effects, laboratory controls, pharmacological interactions and causality of adverse reactions. It was found that the anticoagulant with the highest frequency of use was enoxaparin (68%), the most used control was the prothrombin time (60.39%), pharmacological interactions were identified in 47.1%, being the most frequent with acetylsalicylic acid (29.7% of the total number of interactions), the most frequent adverse reactions were of a hematological nature (58.3%); and the causality assessment of adverse reactions was 4.2% probable. The study showed that the most used anticoagulant was enoxaparin. The pharmacological interactions of anticoagulants were very frequent, especially with warfarin. The most frequent adverse reactions were those of hemorrhagic type; and the causality assessment was of possible category for most of these adverse reactions.
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Abstract Introduction: Congenital protein S deficiency is a very rare disease in the population. In pregnant women it is associated with spontaneous abortion and fetal death, among other complications. Case presentation: We present the case of a 32-year-old multigravida with a 36-week pregnancy, with thromboprophylaxis with enoxaparin from the 4th week of gestation and with a diagnosis of thrombophilia-due to functional protein S deficiency-which was intervened with elective c-section under spinal anesthesia. In addition, a review of the relevant literature was conducted. Discussion: The risk of venous thromboembolism is approximately 4 to 5 times greater during gestation, and the recommendation of thromboprophylaxis in low-risk thrombophilia is based on the presence of associated risk factors. In patients receiving low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) as thromboprophylaxis, an interval of at least 12 hours after the last dose of LMWH before neuropsy and restarting the next dose after at least 4hours of spinal technique use is recommended. Conclusion: Neuroaxial techniques should be individualized and receive pre and postpartum thromboprophylaxis. In addition, non-pharmacological thromboprophylaxis measures in the perioperative period should be considered. Spinal anesthesia was effective and safe in this patient.
Resumen Introducción: La deficiencia congénita de proteína S es una enfermedad muy rara en la población. En gestantes está asociada a aborto espontáneo y muerte fetal, entre otras complicaciones. Presentación del caso: Presentamos el caso de una multigesta de 32 años con embarazo de 36 semanas, con tromboprofilaxis con enoxaparina desde la semana cuarta de gestación y con diagnóstico de trombofilia -por deficiencia de proteína S funcional-, la cual fue intervenida con cesárea electiva bajo anestesia espinal. Además, se realizó revisión de la literatura al respecto. Discusión: El riesgo de tromboembolismo venoso es aproximadamente 4 a 5 veces mayor durante la gestación, y la recomendación de tromboprofilaxis en trombofilias de bajo riesgo se basa en la presencia de factores de riesgo asociados. En pacientes que reciben Heparinas de Bajo Peso Molecular (HBPM) como tromboprofilaxis, se recomienda un intervalo de al menos 12 horas después de la última dosis de HBPM antes de la punción del neuroeje, y reiniciar la siguiente dosis después de al menos 4 horas de uso de la técnica espinal. Conclusión: Las técnicas neuroaxiales deben ser individualizadas y recibir tromboprofilaxis pre y posparto. Además, se deben tener en cuenta las medidas de tromboprofilaxis no farmacológicas en el periodo perioperatorio. La anestesia espinal fue efectiva y segura en esta paciente.
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Humans , Female , Pregnancy , Protein Deficiency , Protein S , Anesthesia, Spinal , Thrombosis , Cesarean Section , EnoxaparinABSTRACT
RESUMO A artroplastia total do joelho é um procedimento eletivo, realizado em indivíduos relativamente saudáveis. Porém, devido ao risco inerente de tromboembolismo venoso, são utilizados fármacos para sua profilaxia. O objetivo do presente trabalho foi conduzir uma revisão sistemática da literatura para comparar a eficácia da enoxaparina e da rivaroxabana na prevenção desta complicação e no risco de sangramento intraoperatório. Foi feita uma revisão no site SciELO, Pubmed e Cochrane através dos descritores, artroplastia de joelho, rivaroxabana e enoxaparina através da estratégia de busca PICO. Os critérios de inclusão foram os artigos no período estudado, que comparavam ambas as drogas em cirurgias de artroplastia do joelho. Os critérios de relevância para tornar o estudo elegível foram definidos como: somente artigos publicados a partir 2010 e com casuística com mais de 20 pacientes foram considerados; somente estudos obtidos em sua íntegra foram analisados; somente estudos com seguimento maior do que 12 meses foram considerados relevantes. As variáveis utilizadas para a comparação dos artigos foram as complicações mais comuns no pós-operatório de artroplastias do joelho: tromboembolismo venoso e sangramento. Foi utilizado o Review Man 5.3 para estruturação da revisão. Os autores observaram que nos estudos analisados, considerando tromboembolismo venoso sintomático, a rivaroxabana resultou em maiores benefícios quando comparada com a enoxaparina.
ABSTRACT Total knee arthroplasty is an elective procedure performed on relatively healthy individuals. However, due to the inherent risk of venous thromboembolism, drugs are used for its prophylaxis. The objective of the present study was to conduct a systematic review of the literature to compare the efficacy of enoxaparin and rivaroxaban in preventing this complication and the risk of intraoperative bleeding. We reviewed the SciELO, Pubmed and Cochrane databases with the descriptors knee arthroplasty, rivaroxaban and enoxaparin through the PICO search strategy. Inclusion criteria were the articles during the study period comparing both drugs in knee arthroplasty. Relevant criteria to study eligibility were articles published since 2010 and with a sample of more than 20 patients; studies obtained in their entirety; and studies with follow-up of more than 12 months. The variables used to compare the articles were the most common postoperative complications of knee arthroplasties: venous thromboembolism and bleeding. We used the Review Man software, version 5.3, for structuring the review. In the studies analyzed, considering symptomatic venous thromboembolism, rivaroxaban resulted in higher benefits when compared to enoxaparin.
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Humans , Postoperative Complications/prevention & control , Enoxaparin/therapeutic use , Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee/adverse effects , Venous Thromboembolism/prevention & control , Rivaroxaban/therapeutic use , Anticoagulants/therapeutic use , Postoperative Complications/ethnology , Risk Factors , Blood Loss, Surgical , Treatment Outcome , Postoperative Hemorrhage/chemically induced , Venous Thromboembolism/ethnologyABSTRACT
La enoxaparina es una heparina de bajo peso molecular utilizada en el período neonatal. Requiere menor monitoreo que la heparina estándar o no fraccionada, si bien es escaso el conocimiento actual acerca de su dosis y de los niveles terapéuticos en los neonatos. Además, existe una información muy limitada respecto del manejo de su sobredosificación en este grupo de edad. Se presenta el primer caso publicado en castellano de un neonato que recibió una dosis de enoxaparina diez veces superior a la terapéutica de forma accidental y en el que se administró una dosis aislada de protamina para revertir su efecto.
Enoxaparin is a low molecular weight heparin used in the neonatal period. It requires less monitoring than standard or unfractionated heparin, although current knowledge about its dose and therapeutic levels in neonates is scarce. In addition, there is very limited information about the management of overdose in this age group. We present the first case published in Spanish of a neonate who accidentally received a dose of enoxaparin ten times higher than the therapeutic one and an isolated dose of protamine to reverse its effect.
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Humans , Male , Infant, Newborn , Protamines/administration & dosage , Enoxaparin/poisoning , Heparin Antagonists/administration & dosage , Anticoagulants/poisoning , Drug Overdose , Medication ErrorsABSTRACT
Resumen Introducción. La seguridad del uso profiláctico de heparinas de bajo peso molecular (HBPM) en pacientes con función renal alterada continúa no definida. Objetivo. Establecer si la reducción de la tasa de filtración glomerular (TFG) se asocia al desarrollo de sangrado bajo profilaxis con HBPM. Materiales y métodos. Se construyó una cohorte de pacientes no quirúrgicos en profilaxis con HBPM sobre la cual se anidó un estudio de casos y controles. Fue posible obtener del seguimiento los casos de sangrado y se tomaron cuatro controles sobre la población a riesgo al tiempo de aparición de cada caso. Resultados. De 716 pacientes en seguimiento, se presentaron 51 sangrados con una incidencia de 3 casos por 100 pacientes por día en tratamiento; el 39% de los casos fueron mayores y se tomaron 204 controles. El análisis multivariado no mostró relación entre sangrado y la anormalidad de la función renal por reducción de la TFG. Sin embargo, solo el 3.5% de pacientes tuvo una TFG<30ml/min. El Odds Ratio (OR) final ajustado fue 1.27 y el intervalo de confianza (IC) al 95% fue 0.60-2.68. Conclusiones. No se encontró relación entre la reducción de la TFG leve a moderada y el desarrollo de sangrado bajo profilaxis con HBPM.
Abstract Introduction: The safety of low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) prophylaxis in patients with impaired kidney function remains undefined. Objective: To establish if the reduction of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is associated with the development of bleeding under LMWH prophylaxis. Materials and methods: A cohort of non-surgical patients with LMWH prophylaxis was constructed in order to conduct a case-control study. Monitoring allowed to find bleeding cases, while four controls were chosen from the population at risk at the time of bleeding onset. Results: Out of 716 monitored patients, 51 presented with bleeding, with an incidence of 3 cases per 100 patients per day of treatment; 39% of the cases presented with major bleeding and 204 controls were chosen. The multivariate analysis showed no relationship between bleeding and abnormal renal function due to GFR reduction. However, only 3.5% ofpatients had GFR <30ml/min. The final adjusted odds ratio (OR) was 1.27 and the 95% confidence interval (CI) was 0.60-2.68. Conclusion: No correlation was found between the reduction of mild to moderate GFR and the development of bleeding under LMWH prophylaxis.
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Abstract Objectives: to evaluate the maternalfetal outcomes of thromboprophylaxis with enoxa parin based on scoring system in women with serum markers for hereditary thrombophilia and previous obstetric complications. Methods: a retrospective study was undertaken based on data collected from clinical records. We included 54 pregnant women with serum markers for hereditary thrombophilia undergoing therapeutic intervention with enoxaparin in the period from November 2009 to December 2013. The initial dose of low molecular weight heparin was guided by a scoring system. The maternalfetal outcomes of previous pregnancies and, subsequently, the treatment were compared using the chisquare (χ2) test with the Yates correction and Fisher's Exact Test; p<0.05 was considered significant. Results: we observed significant reduction in fetal/perinatal deaths (p<0.05) and spontaneous abortions (p<0.001) after intervention. The live births at fullterm delivery (p<0.001) and live births at preterm delivery (p<0.05) increased significantly after intervention. Conclusions: the therapeutic intervention with enoxaparin based on scoring system during pregnancy seems to improve the fetal prognosis.
Resumo Objetivos: avaliar os desfechos maternosfetais da tromboprofilaxia com enoxaparina com base em sistema de pontuação em mulheres com marcadores séricos para trombofilia hereditária e antecedentes de complicações obstétricas. Métodos: realizouse estudo retrospectivo com base em dados coletados de prontuários. Foram Incluídas 54 mulheres grávidas com marcadores séricos de trombofilia hereditária submetidos à intervenção terapêutica com enoxaparina no período de novembro de 2009 a dezembro de 2013. A dose inicial de heparina de baixo peso molecular foi norteada por um sistema de pontuação. Os resultados maternosfetais de gestações anteriores e subsequentes ao tratamento foram comparados utilizando Teste quiquadrado com correção de Yates ou Exato de Fisher; p<0,05 foi considerado significativo. Resultados: observouse significativa redução de mortes fetais / perinatais (p<0,05) e abortos espontâneos (p<0,001) após intervenção. Os nascidos vivos com parto a termo (p<0,001) e nascidos vivos no parto prematuro (p<0,05) elevaramse significativamente após a intervenção. Conclusão: a intervenção terapêutica com enoxaparina com base no sistema de pontuação durante a gravidez parece melhorar o prognóstico fetal.
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Humans , Female , Thrombosis/prevention & control , Biomarkers , Enoxaparin , Heparin, Low-Molecular-Weight , Maternal-Fetal Relations , Brazil , Pregnancy Outcome , Chi-Square Distribution , Abortion, Spontaneous , Term Birth , Live Birth , Fetal Death , Perinatal Death , Obstetric Labor, PrematureABSTRACT
Abstract: Background: Each year it is estimated in the United States an approximate of 8 million fractures; 5 to 10% develop delayed union or absence of periosteal new bone. There are several factors that can cause delay in fracture healing, among the well known, is the use of prophylactic antithrombotic therapy for deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT appears in 40 to 60% of the patients undergoing orthopedic surgery without prophylactic antithrombotic therapy. The goal of this study was to assess whether there is a difference in time of bone healing in lower limb fractures (femur and tibia) comparing rivaroxaban to enoxaparin as the prophylactic antithrombotic management. Material and methods: We present a retrospective observational and analytic study in a sample of cases. It is a cross-sectional study with patient data from the database of the American British Cowdray (ABC) Medical Center. We included patients with femur and tibia fractures under antithrombotic prophylactic management with rivaroxaban or enoxaparin during the period of January 2011 to December 2012. Our sample included 32 patients separated into two groups. Student's t-test was used for comparing parametric variables and the Mann-Whitney U test for nonparametric variables. Linear regression model was preformed considering the variables related to the time it took the fracture to heal. Results: All fractures consolidated in a time of 13 and 14 weeks for rivaroxaban and enoxaparin respectively (p = 0.67). Discussion: We found no difference in bone healing time for lower limb fractures in patients receiving antithrombotic prophylaxis treatment comparing rivaroxaban with enoxaparin.
Resumen: Antecedentes: En Estados Unidos se presentan aproximadamente ocho millones de fracturas anuales y de ellas entre cinco y 10% desarrollan retraso o ausencia en la consolidación ósea. Existen diferentes factores bien conocidos que promueven este retraso, entre los cuales se encuentra el uso de los antitrombóticos como terapia profiláctica de la trombosis venosa profunda, la cual aparece de 40 a 60% en pacientes que no los utilizan y son sometidos a cirugías ortopédicas. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar si existe diferencia en el tiempo de consolidación de las fracturas de los huesos de las extremidades pélvicas (fémur y tibia) en pacientes sometidos a terapia profiláctica antitrombótica comparando rivaroxabán con enoxaparina. Material y métodos: Presentamos un estudio descriptivo y analítico con muestreo a conveniencia de casos retrospectivos. Es un estudio transversal con datos recolectivos. Se revisó la base de datos del Centro Médico ABC y se incluyeron pacientes con diagnóstico de fracturas de fémur y tibia sometidos a manejo profiláctico antitrombótico con rivaroxabán o enoxaparina durante el periodo de Enero 2011 a Diciembre de 2012. La muestra total se constituyó de 32 pacientes divididos en dos grupos. Se utilizó la prueba T de Student para comparar variables paramétricas y la prueba U de Mann-Whitney para las no-paramétricas. Se realizó un modelo de regresión lineal considerando las variables relacionadas con el tiempo de consolidación ósea. Resultados: Todas las fracturas consolidaron, presentando un tiempo de 13 semanas con rivaroxabán y de 14 semanas (p = 0.67) con enoxaparina. Discusión: No encontramos diferencia en el tiempo de consolidación de las fracturas de los huesos de las extremidades pélvicas (fémur y tibia) en pacientes que reciben antitrombóticos como profilaxis comparando rivaroxabán con enoxaparina.
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Humans , Tibial Fractures/surgery , Enoxaparin/therapeutic use , Venous Thrombosis/prevention & control , Femoral Fractures/surgery , Rivaroxaban/therapeutic use , Cross-Sectional Studies , Retrospective Studies , Anticoagulants/therapeutic useABSTRACT
Objetivo: O tromboembolismo venoso (TEV) está associado a um grande impacto em saúde. A rivaroxabana é uma das opções recomendadas para o tratamento de TEV, segundo diretrizes internacionais (American College of Chest Physicians ACCP 2016) (Kearon et al., 2016). É um anticoagulante oral, inibidor direto do fator Xa, que possui a vantagem de não requerer monitoramento e ajuste de dose de acordo com parâmetros laboratoriais de coagulação. O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar os custos diretos da rivaroxabana com a combinação de enoxaparina/varfarina e estimar o impacto orçamentário de sua introdução no Sistema de Saúde Suplementar brasileiro. Métodos: Realizaram-se análises de custo-minimização e impacto orçamentário comparando os tratamentos com rivaroxabana e enoxaparina/varfarina, em um horizonte temporal de um ano, sob a perspectiva do Sistema de Saúde Suplementar brasileiro. Foram considerados custos médicos diretos durante o período de internação hospitalar (medicamentos, hospitalização, acompanhamento ambulatorial e eventos adversos). A população de pacientes elegíveis foi estimada a partir de uma abordagem epidemiológica, considerando o sistema de saúde privado como um todo e para diferentes portes de operadoras de saúde. Resultados: Estimou-se que o tratamento de TEV com rivaroxabana pode gerar R$ 1.996,99 de economia comparado ao tratamento com enoxaparina/varfarina, principalmente devido à redução do tempo de hospitalização. O impacto orçamentário da introdução da rivaroxabana no Sistema de Saúde Suplementar apresentou economia de recursos potencial em todos os cenários analisados. A robustez do modelo foi testada por análises de sensibilidade determinísticas e a economia de recursos promovida pela rivaroxabana foi mantida em todas as variações. Conclusão: A rivaroxabana é uma alternativa para o tratamento de TEV que possui o potencial de gerar economia de recursos ao Sistema de Saúde Suplementar brasileiro.
Objective: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is associated with a significant healthcare burden. Rivaroxaban is an oral anticoagulant, direct factor Xa inhibitor, that has the advantage of not requiring routine coagulation monitoring and dose adjustment according to laboratory parameters of coagulation. The objective of this study is to compare the direct costs of rivaroxaban with the combination of enoxaparin/warfarin and estimate the budget impact of the reimbursement by the Brazilian Private Healthcare System. Methods: A cost-minimization and a budget impact analysis were performed comparing rivaroxaban versus enoxaparin/warfarin, in one-year time horizon and under the perspective of the Brazilian Private Healthcare System. Medical direct costs were considered for the hospitalization period (drugs, hospitalization, outpatient care and adverse events). Eligible patients were estimated through an epidemiological approach for the healthcare system and stratified by health management organization profile. Results: Estimated total cost of VTE treatment with rivaroxaban may cause a R$ 1.996,99 economy comparing to enoxaparin/warfarin, mainly due to fewer hospitalization days. The budget impact of the reimbursement of rivaroxaban in the Brazilian Private Healthcare System presented potential resource in all scenarios evaluated. Robustness of the model was tested by deterministic sensitivity analysis in which the resource saving promoted by rivaroxaban was maintained in all variations. Conclusion: Rivaroxaban is an alternative for the treatment of VTE that has potential to promote resource for the Brazilian Private Healthcare System.
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Humans , Anticoagulants , Health Care Economics and Organizations , Supplemental Health , Venous ThromboembolismABSTRACT
El hematoma paravesical espontáneo es una complicación infrecuente, con pocos casos reportados en la literatura. Aproximadamente el 2 % de los pacientes que se traten con enoxaparina profiláctica tendrán complicaciones hemorrágicas, de las cuales el 20 % son hematomas retroperitoneales o intracraneales, en dependencia de los factores de riesgo. Por tales razones se presenta el caso de un paciente de 35 años de edad, previamente sano, que fue sometido a una sutura de tendón de Aquiles después de sufrir un trauma, al que se le administró profilácticamente una sola dosis de enoxaparina en el posoperatorio inmediato y 24 horas después comenzó a quejarse de dolor en fosa iliaca derecha y disuria. El ultrasonido abdominal demostró un hematoma paravesical, que fue confirmado por topografía. Se manejó conservadoramente con sonda intravesical por diez días. Se realizó seguimiento del paciente, sin que se encontraran secuelas. Los autores infieren que el sangrado fue secundario a una sobredistensión vesical secundaria a la anestesia que provocó el sangrado de la pared de la vejiga. Este reporte demuestra que la enoxaparina profiláctica puede causar hematomas paravesicales espontáneos asociados a la sobredistención vesical. Sin embargo son necesarios otros reportes similares para confirmar lo anteriormente planteado.
Spontaneous paravesical hematoma is an infrequent complication, with a few reported cases in literature. Approximately 2 % of the patients treated with prophylactic enoxoparin will have hemorrhagic complications, from which 2 0% are retroperitoneal or intracranial hematomas depending on the risk factors. For such reasons it is presented a 35 year old patient, previously healthy, who was performed to a suture of the Achilles tendon after suffering a trauma. He was administered prophylactically a single doses of enoxoparin in the immediate post surgery and 24 hours later he started to complain of pain in the right lower quadrant and dysuria. Abdominal ultrasound showed a paravesical hematoma secondary to anesthesia which caused bleeding of the vesicle walls. This report shows prophylactic exoparin may produce spontaneous paravesical hematomas associated to vesical overdistention. However it is necessary other similar reports to confirm the previous statement.
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Abstract Background: Recent studies have shown fondaparinux's superiority over enoxaparin in patients with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome (ACS), especially in relation to bleeding reduction. The description of this finding in a Brazilian registry has not yet been documented. Objective: To compare fondaparinux versus enoxaparin in in-hospital prognosis of non-ST elevation ACS. Methods: Multicenter retrospective observational study. A total of 2,282 patients were included (335 in the fondaparinux group, and 1,947 in the enoxaparin group) between May 2010 and May 2015. Demographic, medication intake and chosen coronary treatment data were obtained. Primary outcome was mortality from all causes. Secondary outcome was combined events (cardiogenic shock, reinfarction, death, stroke and bleeding). Comparison between the groups were done through Chi-Square test and T test. Multivariate analysis was done through logistic regression, with significance values defined as p < 0.05. Results: With regards to treatment, we observed the performance of a percutaneous coronary intervention in 40.2% in the fondaparinux group, and in 35.1% in the enoxaparin group (p = 0.13). In the multivariate analysis, we observed significant differences between fondaparinux and enoxaparin groups in relation to combined events (13.8% vs. 22%. OR = 2.93, p = 0.007) and bleeding (2.3% vs. 5.2%, OR = 4.55, p = 0.037), respectively. Conclusion: Similarly to recently published data in international literature, fondaparinux proved superior to enoxaparin for the Brazilian population, with significant reduction of combined events and bleeding.
Resumo Fundamento: Estudos recentes têm apresentado superioridade do fondaparinux em relação à enoxaparina em pacientes com síndrome coronariana aguda (SCA) sem supradesnivelamento de ST, principalmente relacionada à redução de sangramentos. A descrição desse achado em registro brasileiro ainda não foi documentada. Objetivo: Comparar fondaparinux versus enoxaparina no prognóstico intrahospitalar em SCA sem supradesnivelamento de ST. Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo, multicêntrico e observacional. Foram incluídos 2.282 pacientes (335 no grupo fondaparinux e 1.947 no grupo enoxaparina) entre maio de 2.010 e maio de 2.015. Foram obtidos dados demográficos, medicações utilizadas e tratamento coronariano adotado. O desfecho primário foi mortalidade por todas as causas. O desfecho secundário foi eventos combinados (choque cardiogênico, reinfarto, morte, acidente vascular cerebral e sangramentos). A comparação entre os grupos foi realizada por meio de Q-quadrado e teste-T. A análise multivariada foi realizada por regressão logística, sendo considerado significativo p < 0,05. Resultados: Em relação ao tratamento, observou-se realização de intervenção coronária percutânea em 40,2% no grupo fondaparinux e 35,1% no grupo enoxaparina (p = 0,13). Na análise multivariada, observaram-se diferenças significativas entre os grupos fondaparinux e enoxaparina em relação a eventos combinados (13,8% vs. 22%, OR = 2,93, p = 0,007) e sangramentos (2,3% vs. 5,2%, OR = 4,55, p = 0,037), respectivamente. Conclusão: Semelhante aos dados recentemente publicados na literatura mundial, fondaparinux mostrou-se superior à enoxaparina para a população brasileira, com redução significativa de eventos combinados e sangramentos.
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Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Aged , Polysaccharides/therapeutic use , Enoxaparin/therapeutic use , Acute Coronary Syndrome/drug therapy , Hemorrhage/prevention & control , Anticoagulants/therapeutic use , Brazil , Logistic Models , Reproducibility of Results , Retrospective Studies , Risk Factors , Treatment Outcome , Hospital Mortality , Statistics, Nonparametric , Acute Coronary Syndrome/mortality , Fondaparinux , Hemorrhage/mortalityABSTRACT
El síndrome de Nicolau (SN) es una complicación rara de la inyección de ciertos fármacos por vía intramuscular, intrarticular o subcutánea, que produce necrosis isquémica de la piel, las partes blandas y el tejido muscular circundante. La bencilpenicilina benzatínica es uno de los antibióticos más ampliamente empleados para las infecciones de las vías respiratorias altas y raramente se ha notificado que produzca SN. En este artículo presentamos el caso de un niño de sexo masculino de cuatro años de edad diagnosticado con SN tras la inyección de bencilpenicilina benzatínica tratado satisfactoriamente con heparina fraccionada (enoxaparina) y pentoxifilina. Los médicos deben estar atentos al uso innecesario de bencilpenicilina benzatínica para evitar las probables complicaciones.
Nicolau syndrome (NS) is a rare complication of intramuscular, intraarticular or subcutaneous injection of particular drugs leading to ischemic necrosis of the surrounding skin, soft tissue and muscular tissue. Benzathine penicilin one of the most widely used antibiotic for upper respiratory tract infections and has been rarely reported to cause NS. Here we describe a 4 year old boy with diagnosis of NS after the injection of benzathine penicillin who was successfuly treated with unfractionized heparin (enoxaparine) and pentoxifylline. The practitioners should pay attention for unnecessary use of benzathine penicillin to avoid from probable complications.
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Humans , Male , Child, Preschool , Penicillin G Benzathine/administration & dosage , Vasodilator Agents/therapeutic use , Nicolau Syndrome/etiology , Nicolau Syndrome/drug therapy , Anti-Bacterial Agents/administration & dosage , Anticoagulants/therapeutic use , Injections, Intramuscular/adverse effectsABSTRACT
Objectives: to compare the biological efficacy of generic enoxaparin (HeptronTM) versus branded Sanofi-Aventis enoxaparin for prophylaxis and treatment of lower-extremity deep venous thrombosis (DVT) in a prospective, randomized, open-label study. Methods: patients with diagnosed lower-extremity DVT (therapeutic branch, n=57) and patients requiring venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis after arterial vascular surgery or major lower-extremity amputations (prophylactic branch, n=57) were randomized to receive generic or branded enoxaparin for up to seven days. Enoxaparin activity was measured by estimating blood anti-factor Xa levels at the peak plasma concentration. As secondary outcomes, development or progression of VTE events, major adverse events and major bleeding events were considered for efficacy and safety comparisons. Results: DVT therapy: twenty-five patients received generic enoxaparin while 32 received branded enoxaparin (subcutaneous, 1 mg/kg BID). Mean percentages of anti-factor Xa levels within the target ranges were 62 ± 35.4% and 67.5 ± 24.7%, respectively (p= .035 for non-inferiority). No patient presented DVT progression, clinically detectable pulmonary embolism, or major bleeding events in any subgroup. DVT prophylaxis: Thirty patients received generic enoxaparin and 27 received branded enoxaparin (subcutaneous, 40 mg/day). Mean percentages of anti-factor Xa levels within the target ranges were 77.9 ± 30.9% and 77.8 ± 32.9%, respectively (p = .009 for non-inferiority). There were no cases of VTE or major bleeding events in any subgroup. Conclusion: generic and branded enoxaparins exhibited similar in vivo responses as measured by the anti-factor Xa activity, as well as similar clinical efficacy and safety outcomes. .
Objetivos: comparar a eficácia biológica da enoxaparina genérica (HeptronTM) versus enoxaparina Sanofi-Aventis na profilaxia e no tratamento da trombose venosa profunda (TVP) de membros inferiores em ensaio prospectivo, randomizado e não cego. Método: pacientes com diagnóstico de TVP de membros inferiores (grupo terapêutico, n = 57) e pacientes com indicação de profilaxia de tromboembolismo venoso (TEV), após cirurgias vasculares de grande porte ou amputações maiores (grupo profilático, n = 57), foram randomizados para receber a enoxaparina sob teste (HeptronTM) ou a droga padrão-ouro (Sanofi-Aventis). A atividade da enoxaparina foi mensurada pela análise diária da atividade antifator-Xa no pico de concentração plasmática das drogas. Foram coletados dados de ocorrência ou progressão de TVP/TEV, eventos adversos graves e sangramentos graves; e foram utilizados para a análise de eficácia e segurança clínica como objetivos secundários. Resultados: grupo terapêutico: 25 pacientes receberam enoxaparina genérica, e 32, a droga padrão-ouro (via subcutânea, 1 mg/kg, a cada 12 horas). Os percentuais médios de atividade antifator-Xa dentro dos limites terapêuticos foram de 62 ± 35,4% e 67,5 ± 24,7%, respectivamente (p = 0,035, para não inferioridade). Nenhum paciente apresentou progressão da TVP, embolia pulmonar clinicamente detectável ou sangramentos maiores. Grupo profilático: trinta pacientes receberam enoxaparina genérica, e 27, a droga padrão-ouro (via subcutânea, 40 mg/dia). Os percentuais médios de atividade antifator-Xa dentro dos limites terapêuticos foram de 77,9 ± 30.9% e 77,8 ± 32,9%, respectivamente (p = 0,009, para não inferioridade). Nenhum paciente desenvolveu TVP ou apresentou sangramentos maiores. Conclusão: enoxaparinas genéricas e de marca apresentaram respostas semelhantes em estudos in vivo, quando medidas pela atividade do anti-fator Xa, assim como eficácia clínica e dados de segurança similares. .
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Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Anticoagulants/therapeutic use , Drugs, Generic/therapeutic use , Enoxaparin/therapeutic use , Venous Thromboembolism/drug therapy , Prospective Studies , Treatment Outcome , Venous Thromboembolism/prevention & controlABSTRACT
Introduction Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is considered the most effective treatment for catatonia regardless its underlying condition. The rigid fixed posture and immobility observed in catatonia may lead to several clinical complications, of which, pulmonary embolism (PE) is one of the most severe. The rapid improvement of the psychiatric condition in catatonia-related PE is essential, since immobility favors the occurrence of new thromboembolic events and further complications. In that scenario, ECT should be considered, based on a risk-benefit analysis, aiming at the faster resolution of the catatonia. Methods Case report and literature review. Results A 66-years-old woman admitted to the psychiatric ward with catatonia due to a depressive episode presented bilateral PE. Clinically stable, but still severely depressed after a trial of antidepressants, she was treated with ECT in the course of full anticoagulation with enoxaparin. After five ECT sessions, her mood was significantly better and she was walking and eating spontaneously. She did not present complications related either to PE or to anticoagulation. After the eighth ECT session, she evolved with hypomania, which was managed with oral medication adjustments. The patient was completely euthymic at discharge. Conclusion The case we presented provides further evidence to the anecdotal case reports on the safety of ECT in the course of concomitant full anticoagulant therapy after PE, and illustrates how, with the proper precautions, the benefits of ECT in such condition might outweigh its risks. .
Introdução A eletroconvulsoterapia (ECT) é considerada o tratamento mais eficaz para catatonia independente da causa base. Rigidez e imobilidade são comumente observadas e podem levar a diversas complicações clínicas, das quais o tromboembolismo pulmonar (TEP) é a mais grave. A melhora rápida da condição psiquiátrica de base no TEP associado à catatonia é fundamental, uma vez que a imobilidade favorece a ocorrência de novos eventos tromboembólicos e suas complicações. Nesse cenário, a indicação de ECT deve ser considerada, pesando-se riscos e benefícios, visando-se à rápida resolução do quadro catatônico. Métodos Relato de caso e revisão da literatura. Resultados Paciente de 66 anos estava internada em enfermaria de psiquiatria com quadro catatônico devido a episódio depressivo quando apresentou TEP bilateral, necessitando de medidas de suporte ventilatório e, posteriormente, de anticoagulação plena com enoxaparina. Embora clinicamente estável, apresentava-se ainda gravemente deprimida após ensaio com antidepressivos. Foi indicada ECT apesar de manter-se terapia de anticoagulação concomitante. Após cinco sessões de ECT, o humor da paciente apresentou significativa melhora e ela já andava e comia espontaneamente. Não houve complicações relacionadas ao TEP ou à anticoagulação com enoxaparina. Após a oitava sessão, evoluiu com hipomania, manejada com ajustes da medicação oral. A paciente recebeu alta hospitalar completamente eutímica. Conclusão O caso apresentado oferece evidência adicional em favor da segurança da ECT concomitante à anticoagulação plena após TEP, mostrando que, com precauções adequadas, os benefícios na ECT ...