Ugeskrift for laeger
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Ugeskrift for laeger · Mar 2012
Case Reports[Sublingual haematoma as a result of dysregulated peroral anticoagulant therapy].
We describe a case of spontaneous sublingual haematoma secondary to warfarin toxicity, leading to impending airway obstruction. The case was handled with the administration of vitamin K and fresh frozen plasma, and without invasive airway handling. ⋯ Preferred management includes a safe airway and reversion of coagulopathy. The prognosis is good when treatment is prompt and correct.