Effective Use of Keishibukuryogan in Subcutaneous Hematoma after Implantable Cardiac Device Surgery in Two Cases

Intern Med. 2021 Mar 1;60(5):755-759. doi: 10.2169/internalmedicine.5677-20. Epub 2020 Oct 7.

Abstract

Keishibukuryogan is a Kampo medicine that induces vasodilation and improves the blood flow velocity in subcutaneous blood vessels. We herein report two cases in which keishibukuryogan completely diminished subcutaneous hematoma after cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemaker implantation and defibrillator battery replacement within a month. Keishibukuryogan can be a good option for treating or preventing subcutaneous hematoma after surgical procedures for devices.

Keywords: Kampo; Kampo medicine; herbal medicine; implantable cardiac device surgery; keishibukuryogan; subcutaneous hematoma.

MeSH terms

  • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy*
  • Defibrillators, Implantable* / adverse effects
  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal*
  • Hematoma / diagnostic imaging
  • Hematoma / etiology
  • Humans
  • Pacemaker, Artificial* / adverse effects

Substances

  • Drugs, Chinese Herbal
  • keishibukuryogan