Cefazolin-induced coagulopathy: a case report
Cefazolin-induced coagulopathy is a potentially life-threatening complication that may present with or without overt bleeding a few days after initiating intravenous cefazolin therapy. Owing to its rarity, this adverse effect requires heightened awareness and familiarity with predisposing risk factors to ensure timely recognition and management.
Authors
- Olivier Zerbib
- Daniel Kovarsky
- Stephanie A. St. Pierre
- lev Shaoul
- Michael Oshrov
Institutions
- Rabin Medical Center (IL)
- Lev Hasharon Hospital (IL)
- Weizmann Institute of Science (IL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-11-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05592-6
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.39