Clopidogrel-Induced Severe Hepatitis: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Hesam KeshmiriAnuj BehalShawn ShroffCharles Berkelhammer

Published in: Case reports in hepatology (2016)

Clopidogrel is a commonly prescribed antiplatelet agent that carries a rare risk of hepatotoxicity. We describe a case of severe clopidogrel-induced hepatitis with liver biopsy assessment. Prompt recognition and withdrawal of the offending agent are imperative to prevent progression and potentially fatal liver injury.

Keyphrases

drug induced
liver injury
acute coronary syndrome
percutaneous coronary intervention
antiplatelet therapy
high glucose
diabetic rats
early onset
oxidative stress