

Drug-induced agranulocytosis – prevalence, complications, management tactics
https://doi.org/10.33667/2078-5631-2024-13-57-61
Abstract
Based on the results of a review of clinical cases and research data, the prevalence of drug-induced agranulocytosis, complications and management tactics are considered. A clinical case of agranulocytosis caused by taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is presented. The patient was admitted to the purulent surgical department with purulent lymphadenitis and sepsis. During the examination, agranulocytosis was revealed against the background of constant intake of NSAIDs (Aertal, Diclofenac, ibuprofen) for 3 years for joint pain. Surgical treatment was performed and antibiotic therapy was prescribed. Against the background of Filgrastim therapy, a positive dynamics of peripheral blood parameters was noted. The use of granulocyte colony stimulating factors (G-CSF) significantly reduces the severity of the disease, reduces the duration of hospitalization and mortality in patients with drug-associated agranulocytosis.
About the Authors
A. A. PecherskikhRussian Federation
Pecherskikh Andrey A. - assistant at Faculty Therapy Dept of Faculty of Pediatrics Pirogov RNRMU, head of Therapeutic Dept CCH No. 13.
Moscow
B. A. Chaparyan
Russian Federation
Chaparyan Boris A. - head of the Dept of Purulent surgery.
Moscow
N. V. Orlova
Russian Federation
Orlova Natalia V. - DM Sci (habil.), professor at Dept of faculty therapy.
Moscow
T. V. Pinchuk
Russian Federation
Pinchuk Tatyana V. - Associate Professor of the Dept of Faculty Therapy of the Faculty of Pediatric.
Moscow
E. S. Chernenok
Russian Federation
Chernenok Ekaterina S. - resident of the Dept of Faculty Therapy of the Faculty of Pediatrics.
Moscow
N. D. Karseladze
Russian Federation
Karseladze Natalia D. - PhD Med, general practitioner.
Moscow
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For citations:
Pecherskikh A.A., Chaparyan B.A., Orlova N.V., Pinchuk T.V., Chernenok E.S., Karseladze N.D. Drug-induced agranulocytosis – prevalence, complications, management tactics. Medical alphabet. 2024;(13):57-61. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.33667/2078-5631-2024-13-57-61