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Coagulopathy Induced by Antibiotics Usage and Bowel Obstruction With Colon Cancer: Report of a Rare Case.
Curēus 2024 January
This case report presents a rare occurrence of coagulopathy induced by antibiotics in a woman in her 90s with chronic bowel obstruction and massive colon cancer. The patient developed vitamin K deficiency-related coagulopathy following antibiotic administration, resulting in bleeding complications. Despite initial consideration of disseminated intravascular coagulation, further investigations revealed antibiotic-induced vitamin K deficiency. Prompt discontinuation of antibiotics and IV vitamin K2 administration led to the resolution of coagulopathy. The case emphasizes the importance of cautious antibiotic use in patients with chronic bowel obstruction and prolonged fasting. The protein induced by vitamin K absence-II (PIVKA-II) proved valuable in diagnosing vitamin K deficiency. The learning points include the potential for coagulopathy with antibiotics in prolonged bowel obstruction and the utility of PIVKA-II in assessing vitamin K deficiency. Healthcare providers should exercise caution when administering antibiotics in similar clinical scenarios.
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