Title
Ergotism as a consequence of thromboembolic prophylaxis
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Radiology
Publication Date
1989-02-01
Document Type
Article
Subjects
Adolescent; Amputation; Dihydroergotamine; Ergotism; Humans; Leg; Male; Thromboembolism; Vasoconstriction
Disciplines
Life Sciences | Medicine and Health Sciences
Abstract
Vasospasm related to ergot intoxication is unusual. The authors report the case of 15-year-old boy who developed vasospasm necessitating amputation, due to an ergot derivative prescribed for thromboembolic prophylaxis. The importance of prompt angiographic recognition and therapy is stressed.
DOI of Published Version
10.1148/radiology.170.2.2911661
Source
Radiology. 1989 Feb;170(2):375-6.
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Radiology
Related Resources
PubMed ID
2911661
Repository Citation
Ashenburg RJ, Phillips DA. (1989). Ergotism as a consequence of thromboembolic prophylaxis. Open Access Publications by UMMS Authors. https://doi.org/10.1148/radiology.170.2.2911661. Retrieved from https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/oapubs/1613