Spontaneous descending colon hematoma due to a rare complication of warfarin therapy: A case report

Clin Case Rep. 2021 Jun 24;9(6):e04252. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.4252. eCollection 2021 Jun.

Abstract

Intramural hematoma of the colon should be considered as a diagnosis in anticoagulated patients who present with prolonged INR and GI symptoms. In stable cases, conservative medical treatment can be sufficient to avoid unnecessary procedures.

Keywords: anticoagulant; descending colon; hematoma; warfarin.

Publication types

  • Case Reports