Abstract
Tranexamic acid (TXA) is increasingly used in the Emergency Department (ED). While
the intravenous form has been extensively studied and used, it's utility in a topical
formulation is not as widespread. Its reported use in the ED is mostly for control
of epistaxis. We present a case of a 61 year old male with post-procedural rectal
bleeding, responsive to topical application of tranexamic acid. This case report demonstrates
another novel application of TXA in emergency care.
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Publication History
Published online: September 24, 2018
Accepted:
September 24,
2018
Received:
September 22,
2018
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☆There were no sources of support for this project, and this report has not been previously presented or published in anyway. There was no institutional review board approval obtained.
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