Gastric outlet obstruction secondary to spontaneous intramural haematoma as a complication of warfarin treatment

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  • J Arain
  • A Al-Dabbagh
چکیده

A 73-year-old lady presented with clinical features of gastric outlet obstruction. It was found to be secondary to a spontaneous haematoma in duodenal wall as a complication of warfarin therapy given for atrial fibrillation. The diagnosis was confirmed by abdominal CT scan and upper G I endoscopy. Warfarin was stopped and blood transfusions given. She recovered completely after three weeks of conservative treatment. Repeat CT scan and upper G I endoscopy done after two months showed complete resolution.

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دوره 2012  شماره 

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تاریخ انتشار 2012