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RESUMEN La agranulocitosis es el recuento bajo de glóbulos blancos (neutrófilos), que puede ser inducida por tratamientos con algunos medicamentos como los antitiroideos, que ocasionan manifestaciones orales como úlceras o necrosis gingival difusa. Se presenta el caso de una paciente mujer de 26 años, con antecedente de hipertiroidismo, quien acude a emergencia del Hospital Nacional Alberto Sabogal Sologuren por presentar tumefacción en la hemicara izquierda, asociada a disfagia, múltiples lesiones ulceradas en mucosa oral, con compromiso de tejido óseo, fiebre y malestar general. Luego de los exámenes auxiliares, se categoriza como una infección oral y cervicofacial por agranulocitosis debido al tratamiento con el metimazol. La literatura mundial reporta casos de agranulocitosis como efecto adverso del consumo de drogas antitiroideas, con reporte de manifestaciones orales; sin embargo, pocos casos evidencian compromiso cervical. Por lo cual se presenta este caso poco usual desde su diagnóstico hasta el tratamiento.

ABSTRACT Agranulocytosis refers to a low white blood cell count, specifically neutrophils, which can be caused by certain medications such as antithyroid drugs (ATD). This condition can result in oral manifestations, including diffuse gingival ulceration or necrosis. We present the case of a 26-year-old female patient with a history of hyperthyroidism who came to the emergency department of Alberto Sabogal Sologuren National Hospital with swelling on the left side of her face, accompanied by dysphagia, multiple ulcerated lesions in the oral mucosa involving bone tissue, as well as fever and general malaise. After conducting additional tests, the patient was diagnosed with oral and cervicofacial infection secondary to agranulocytosis caused by methimazole treatment. While the global literature reports cases of agranulocytosis as an adverse effect of antithyroid medication, with documented oral manifestations, only a few cases demonstrate cervical involvement. Therefore, we present this uncommon case from diagnosis to treatment.

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La vancomicina es un antibiótico de uso común en pacientes hospitalizados. Se han descrito múltiples efectos adversos relacionados a este fármaco, de los cuales la agranulocitosis es una entidad poco frecuente pero potencial mente grave. Este caso muestra una consecuencia médica secundaria al uso prolongado de este antibiótico, generando una neutropenia profunda posterior a 24 días de tratamiento, presentándose clínicamente con un pico febril aislado. Se asume que esta situación es consecuencia de una respuesta inmunológica inadecuada del huésped, por lo que la suspensión del agente etiológico es la clave del tratamiento. Existen pocos reportes de estos casos en la población pediátrica y debe considerarse un efecto secundario que requiere vigilancia estrecha para evitar repercusiones clínicas.

Vancomycin is a commonly used antibiotic in hospitalized patients. Multiple adverse effects related to this drug have been described, of which agranulocytosis is a rare but potentially serious entity. This case shows a medical consequence secondary to the prolonged use of this antibiotic, generating profound neutropenia after 24 days of treatment, presenting clinically with an isolated feverish peak. It is assumed that this situation is the consequence of an inadequate immunological response of the host, for which reason the suspension of the etiological agent is the key to treatment. There are few reports of these effects in the pediatric population and should be considered a side effect that requires close monitoring to avoid clinical repercussions.

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INTRODUCTION: Tonsillectomy is the 2nd most common outpatient surgery performed on children in the United States of America. Its main complication is pain, which varies in intensity from moderate to severe. Dipyrone is one of the most widely used painkillers in the postoperative period in children. Its use, however, is controversial in the literature, to the point that it is banned in many countries due to its potential severe adverse effects. Because of this controversy, reviewing the analgesic use of dipyrone in the postoperative period of tonsillectomy in children is essential. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to review the analgesic use of dipyrone in the postoperative period of tonsillectomy in children. METHODS: Systematic review of the literature, involving an evaluation of the quality of articles in the databases MEDLINE/Pubmed, EMBASE and Virtual Health Library, selected with a preestablished search strategy. Only studies with a randomised clinical trial design evaluating the use of dipyrone in the postoperative period of tonsillectomy in children were included. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: Only 2 randomised clinical trials were found. Both compared dipyrone, paracetamol, and placebo. We were unable to carry out a metanalysis because the studies were too heterogenous (dipyrone was used as pre-emptive analgesic in one and only postoperatively in another). The analgesic effect of dipyrone, measured by validated pain scales in childhood, was shown to be superior to placebo and similar to paracetamol. It appears that dipyrone exhibits a profile suitable for use in children. However, the scarcity of randomised clinical trials evaluating its analgesic effect in this age group leads to the conclusion that more well-designed studies are still needed to establish the role of dipyrone in the postoperative period of tonsillectomy in children.

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Resumen La agranulocitosis asociada al consumo de cocaína es un fenómeno vinculado a la presencia de levamisol, un agente antihelmíntico e inmunomodulador, usado como adulterante de la cocaína. Esta reacción puede presentarse con mayor frecuencia en personas con HLA B27. Además de la agranulocitosis, las personas que consumen cocaína adulterada con levamisol pueden desarrollar fiebre, lesiones en piel, artralgias y, menos frecuentemente, artritis y entesitis inflamatoria. Presentamos el caso de un paciente consumidor de cocaína, con genotipo HLA B27, que desarrolló agranulocitosis febril y artropatía reactiva. En sangre se detectó la presencia de ANCA p, ANCA atípico y MPO, y fueron excluidas otras causas de agranulocitosis. Fue tratado con corticoides y posteriormente metotrexato, terapia de deshabituación, con buena evolución.

Abstract Agranulocytosis associated with cocaine use is a phenomenon linked to the presence of levamisole, an anthelminthic and immunomodulating agent, used as an adulterant to cocaine. This reaction has been associated with the presence of HLA B27. In addition to agranulocytosis, people who use levamisole-adulterated cocaine may develop fever, skin lesions, arthralgias, and less frequently, inflammatory enthesitis and arthritis. We present the case of a cocaine-consuming patient with HLA B27 genotype, who developed febrile agranulocytosis and inflammatory arthropathy. The presence of p ANCA, atypical ANCA and MPO was detected in blood, and other causes of agranulocytosis were excluded. He was treated with corticosteroids and later methotrexate, therapy for addiction, with good evolution.

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Agranulocytosis associated with cocaine use is a phenomenon linked to the presence of levamisole, an anthelminthic and immunomodulating agent, used as an adulterant to cocaine. This reaction has been associated with the presence of HLA B27. In addition to agranulocytosis, people who use levamisole-adulterated cocaine may develop fever, skin lesions, arthralgias, and less frequently, inflammatory enthesitis and arthritis. We present the case of a cocaine-consuming patient with HLA B27 genotype, who developed febrile agranulocytosis and inflammatory arthropathy. The presence of p ANCA, atypical ANCA and MPO was detected in blood, and other causes of agranulocytosis were excluded. He was treated with corticosteroids and later methotrexate, therapy for addiction, with good evolution.

La agranulocitosis asociada al consumo de cocaína es un fenómeno vinculado a la presencia de levamisol, un agente antihelmíntico e inmunomodulador, usado como adulterante de la cocaína. Esta reacción puede presentarse con mayor frecuencia en personas con HLA B27. Además de la agranulocitosis, las personas que consumen cocaína adulterada con levamisol pueden desarrollar fiebre, lesiones en piel, artralgias y, menos frecuentemente, artritis y entesitis inflamatoria. Presentamos el caso de un paciente consumidor de cocaína, con genotipo HLA B27, que desarrolló agranulocitosis febril y artropatía reactiva. En sangre se detectó la presencia de ANCA p, ANCA atípico y MPO, y fueron excluidas otras causas de agranulocitosis. Fue tratado con corticoides y posteriormente metotrexato, terapia de deshabituación, con buena evolución.

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RESUMEN Mujer de 43 años con diagnóstico reciente de enfermedad de Graves-Basedow ingresa a urgencias por infección de tejidos blandos, agranulocitosis por tiamazol e hipertiroidismo descompensado. La paciente requería tratamiento definitivo para hipertiroidismo, pero dado el contexto de la pandemia por SARS-CoV-2 no se contaba con yodo radioactivo (131I) por lo que se planteó la tiroidectomía total. Se necesitaba una preparación preoperatoria rápida y eficaz por lo que se decidió compensar su hipertiroidismo con lugol, carbonato de litio, dexametasona y finalmente plasmaféresis antes de cirugía. Con ello se logró disminuir los niveles de hormonas tiroideas en el tiempo deseado y se procedió al tratamiento quirúrgico definitivo. Se presenta el caso por lo anecdótico y por ser necesario el conocimiento del manejo en escenarios, como esta pandemia, donde no haya acceso a 131I.

ABSTRACT A 43-year-old woman with a recent diagnosis of Graves-Basedow disease was admitted to the emergency room due to soft tissue infection, thiamazole agranulocytosis, and severe hyperthyroidism. The patient required definitive treatment for hyperthyroidism, but given the context of the SARS-COV-2 pandemic, radioactive iodine was not available, so she prepared for total thyroidectomy. A rapid and effective preoperative preparation was required, so it was decided to compensate her hyperthyroidism with lugol, lithium carbonate, dexamethasone and finally plasmapheresis before surgery. Thyroid hormone levels normalized in a short time, and the thyroidectomy was performed. The case is presented because of the anecdotal and because knowledge of management in scenarios, such as this pandemic, where there is no access to 131I.

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Se estudió una paciente de 33 años de edad con antecedentes patológicos de Bocio tiroideo difuso desde hace 8 años, que acude al cuerpo de guardia por presentar falta de aire, fiebre de 39-40 °C, dolor de garganta y palpitaciones hace alrededor de tres días. Al examen físico se le constató exoftalmos, mucosas hipocoloreadas y faringe purulenta y punteada de color blanquecina, artralgia y taquicardia. Referente a los exámenes complementarios presentó anemia, leucopenia y pancitopenia luego de haber consumido propiltiouracilo (50mg) por un período prolongado; por lo que se concluye como agranulocitosis como consecuencia de una reacción adversa al propiltiouracilo. Luego de ser tratada la paciente se recupera de su gravedad con el uso de factores estimulantes de colonias de granulocitos(AU)

A female 33-year-old patient with an 8-year history of diffuse thyroid goiter presents at the emergency service with shortness of breath, a 39-40ºC fever, a sore throat and palpitation of 3 days' evolution. Physical examination revealed exophthalmos, hypopigmented mucosas, a purulent pharynx dotted with whitish spots, arthralgia and tachycardia. Complementary tests found anemia, leukopenia and pancytopenia upon consumption of propylthiouracil (50 mg) for a long period. The diagnosis is agranulocytosis resulting from an adverse reaction to propylthiouracil. After being treated the patient recovered from her severe status with the use of granulocyte colony stimulating factors(AU)

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RESUMEN Clozapina, actualmente, sigue siendo el gold standard para la esquizofrenia resistente al tratamiento, pero solo bajo un adecuado monitoreo hematológico, porque está asociada a agranulocitosis. Clozapina se metaboliza produciendo N-desmetilclozapina (farmacológicamente activa), el N-óxido de clozapina (inactivo) y especies reactivas de oxígeno (ion nitrenio). El recuento de neutrófilos <1000 células/mm3 corresponde a un estado de neutropenia. La agranulocitosis es un estado grave de neutropenia con un recuento absoluto de neutrófilos <500 células/mm3. Clozapina se asocia con la agranulocitosis en aproximadamente el 0,8 % de los pacientes, y el riesgo aumenta con la edad y en mujeres. Existen dos mecanismos que explican la agranulocitosis inducida por clozapina: inmunológico (respuesta mediada por el sistema inmunitario contra neutrófilos haptenizados) y tóxico (por acción de los metabolitos N-desmetilclozapina y ion nitrenio). La farmacogenética es una herramienta valiosa para conseguir la referida medicina personalizada, al adaptar e individualizar el tratamiento basado en los marcadores genéticos de cada paciente. Numerosos estudios han demostrado una asociación potencial de la agranulocitosis inducida por clozapina con ciertos haplotipos HLA (HLA-B38, DR4, DQw3, DQB1). Luego que un paciente ha presentado agranulocitosis, se conocen tres mecanismos de reexposición a clozapina: simple, con litio y con factores estimuladores de colonias de granulocitos. Debido al riesgo de agranulocitosis, las formulaciones de clozapina están disponibles solo a través de una distribución controlada, con un registro detallado de los pacientes y con una farmacovigilancia sistematizada y obligatoria.

ABSTRACT Clozapine currently remains the gold standard for treatment-resistant schizophrenia, but only under an adequate hematological monitoring, because it is associated with agranulocytosis. Clozapine is metabolized to produce pharmacologically active N-desmethylclozapine, inactive clozapine N-oxide and reactive oxygen species (nitrenium ion). A neutrophil count < 1000 cells/mm3 corresponds to a state of neutropenia. Agranulocytosis is a severe state of neutropenia with an absolute neutrophil count < 500 cells/mm3. Clozapine is associated with agranulocytosis in approximately 0.8 % of the patients, with an increased risk in older people and women. There are two mechanisms that explain the clozapine- induced agranulocytosis: immunological (response mediated by the immune system against haptenized neutrophils) and toxic (by the action of the metabolites N-desmethylclozapine and nitrenium ion). Pharmacogenetics represents a valuable tool to achieve the so-called personalized medicine by adapting and individualizing the treatment based on the genetic markers of each patient. Several studies have shown a potential association of clozapine-induced agranulocytosis with certain HLA haplotypes (HLA-B38, DR4, DQw3 and DQB1). After a patient has presented agranulocytosis, three mechanisms of clozapine rechallenge are known: simple, with lithium and with factors that stimulate granulocyte colonies. Due to the risk of agranulocytosis, clozapine formulations are available only through a controlled distribution, with a detailed record of the patients, and with a mandatory and systematized pharmacovigilance.

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SUMMARY INTRODUCTION: Graves' disease (GD) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by hyperthyroidism. Antithyroid drugs (ATDs) are available as therapy. Agranulocytosis is a rare but potentially fatal complication of this therapy. In this study, we report agranulocytosis induced by propylthiouracil (PTU) in a patient with GD and the difficulties of clinical management. CASE: RNBA, male, 30 years old, with GD, treated with propylthiouracil (PTU). He progressed with pharyngotonsillitis. Then, PTU was suspended and antibiotic, filgrastim, propranolol, and prednisone were initiated. Due to the decompensation of hyperthyroidism, lithium carbonate, dexamethasone, and Lugol's solution were introduced. Total thyroidectomy (TT) was performed with satisfactory postoperative progression. DISCUSSION: We describe here the case of a young male patient with GD. For the treatment of hyperthyroidism, thioamides are effective options. Agranulocytosis induced by ATDs is a rare complication defined as the occurrence of a granulocyte count <500/mm3 after the use of ATDs. PTU was suspended, and filgrastim and antibiotics were prescribed. Radioiodine (RAI) or surgery are therapeutic alternatives. Due to problems with ATD use, a total thyroidectomy was proposed. The preoperative preparation was performed with beta-blocker, glucocorticoid, lithium carbonate, and Lugol solution. Cholestyramine is also an option for controlling hyperthyroidism. TT was performed without postoperative complications. CONCLUSION: Thionamide-induced agranulocytosis is a rare complication. With a contraindication to ATDs, RAI and surgery are definitive therapeutic options in GD. Beta-blockers, glucocorticoids, lithium carbonate, iodine, and cholestyramine may be an adjunctive therapy for hyperthyroidism.

RESUMO INTRODUÇÃO: A doença de Graves (DG) é uma doença autoimune caracterizada por hipertireoidismo. As drogas antitireoidianas (DAT) são opções terapêuticas disponíveis. A agranulocitose é uma complicação rara, potencialmente fatal desta terapia. Neste estudo, relatamos um caso de agranulocitose induzida por propiltiouracil (PTU) em paciente com DG e as dificuldades do manejo clínico. RELATO DE CASO: RNBA, sexo masculino, 30 anos, com DG, tratado com PTU. Evoluiu com faringoamigdalite, sendo o PTU suspenso e antibióticos, filgrastim, propranolol e prednisona, iniciados. Devido à descompensação do hipertireoidismo, iniciou carbonato de lítio (CL), dexametasona e a solução de Lugol. A tireoidectomia total (TT) foi realizada com boa evolução pós-operatória. DISCUSSÃO: Descrevemos caso de paciente jovem, sexo masculino, com DG. Para o tratamento do hipertireoidismo, as tionamidas são opções efetivas. A agranulocitose induzida por DATs é uma complicação rara, definida como a ocorrência de contagem de granulócitos <500/mm3 após uso de dats. PTU foi suspenso e foram prescritos filgrastim e antibiótico. O radioiodo (RAI) ou a cirurgia são alternativas terapêuticas. Devido a problemas com o uso de DAT, a TT foi proposta. A preparação pré-operatória foi realizada com betabloqueador, glicocorticoide, CL e solução de Lugol. A colestiramina também é uma opção para controlar o hipertireoidismo. A TT foi realizada sem complicações pós-operatórias. CONCLUSÃO: A agranulocitose induzida por drogas antitireoidianas é uma complicação rara. Com a contraindicação às DATs, RAI e cirurgia são opções terapêuticas definitivas para DG. Os betabloqueadores, glicocorticoides, CL, iodo e a colestiramina podem ser uma terapia adjuvante para o hipertireoidismo.

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INTRODUCTION: Agranulocytosis induced by thioamides is rare, occurring only in 0.2-0.5% of cases. CASE PRESENTATION: We present the case of a 45-year-old woman previously diagnosed with Graves' disease that discontinued the use of methimazole on her own. She attended the Emergency Department presenting fever (40.5¯C), agitation and diaphoresis. A thyroid storm diagnosis was initially thought, but after laboratory results showing neutrophil count near 0.06x109/L, sepsis due to neutropenia seemed the most logical hypothesis. Cephepime was promptly initiated. For thyrotoxicosis management, cholestyramine and atenolol were prescribed. In her second day of hospitalization, subcutaneous granulocyte colony-stimulating factor was started for an earlier medullar response. The patient was discharged after 7 days with atenolol 50mg/day and instructed to have a definite treatment for Graves disease as soon as possible. CONCLUSION: Such case purpose is to remember clinicians that sepsis diagnosis can be challenged, especially when a thyroid storm is a possible diagnosis as well. In this particular case, both conditions should be treated, but life-threatening sepsis should have the focus for a quick therapeutic approach.

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Abstract Introduction: Notwithstanding the widespread use of dipyrone, its association with adverse events has reduced its clinical use, with Agranulocytosis being the most studied adverse event, and apparently of primary clinical impact. Studies in Latin America have disputed these claims. Objective: To analyze the incidence and reports of adverse events associated with the use of dipyrone in a high complexity hospital. Materials and methods: Descriptive observational study of an incident cohort. Population: Patients receiving dipyrone during their hospital stay. Quantitative analysis of incidents and description of dipyrone-associated adverse events. Results: Incidence of global adverse events=0.3% (in 48,946 doses of dipyrone prescribed to 2747 patients). No cases of Agranulocytosis. A total 100% non-severe adverse events. (All were associated with toxidermia). Conclusion: A low incidence of dipyrone-associated adverse events is reported. Optimal reporting of institutional adverse events is controversial, and the recommendation is to measure any adverse events with a more rigorous follow-up of patients using dipyrone, and a clear and specific standardization of the guidelines for improved prescription and medical control.

Resumen Introducción: A pesar del amplio espectro de uso de la dipirona, su asociación a eventos adversos ha reducido su empleo clínico, siendo la agranulocitosis el evento adverso más estudiado, y al parecer de mayor impacto clínico. Estudios en América Latina han controvertido dichas afirmaciones. Objetivo: Analizar la incidencia y reporte de eventos adversos asociados al uso de dipirona en un hospital de alta complejidad. Materiales y métodos: Estudio observacional descriptivo de una cohorte Incidente. Población: Pacientes usuarios de dipirona durante su estancia hospitalaria. Análisis cuantitativo de Incidencias, y descriptivo de los casos incidentes de adversos relacionados al uso de dipirona. Resultados: Incidencia de Eventos Adversos Globales=0,3% (En 48.496 dosis de dipirona formuladas en 2.747 pacientes). Ningún caso de Agranulocytosis. 100% de eventos adversos no severos (Todos asociados a reacción toxidérmica). Conclusiones: Se reporta una baja incidencia de eventos adversos relacionados al uso de dipirona. Se controvierte la óptima ejecución de los reportes de eventos adversos institucionales. Se sugiere la realización de la medición de eventos adversos posterior a un más riguroso seguimiento de los pacientes usuarios de este medicamento, y a una estandarización clara y puntual de pautas para una mejor prescripción y control médico luego de su formulación.

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Resumen Los pacientes con hipertiroidismo tienen varias opciones de tratamiento. El tratamiento de la enfermedad de Graves consiste en bloquear el exceso de hormonas tiroideas empleando tionamidas, tiroidectomía o terapia con I131. Los agentes antitiroideos como el metimazol, carbimazole, propiltiuracilo, son efectivos para controlar el hipertirodismo en pacientes con enfermedad de Graves, pero tienen efectos adversos incluyendo, alergias, gastritis, hepatitis y agranulocitosis. Se presenta un paciente hipertiroideo con neutropenia severa durante tratamiento con propiltiuracilo.

Abstract Patients with hyperthyroidism have several treatment options. The treatment of Graves' disease consists of blocking the excess of thyroid hormones using thionamides, thyroidectomy or I131 therapy. Antithyroid agents such as methimazole, carbimazole, propylthiuracil are effective in controlling hyperthyroidism in patients with Graves' disease, but they have adverse effects including, allergies, gastritis, hepatitis and agranulocytosis. We present a hyperthyroid patient with severe neutropenia during treatment with propylthiuracil.

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Abstract Introduction: Dipyrone has been positioned in several countries as one of the first over-the-counter options for pain management. Its possible adverse effects are known worldwide; among them, agranulocytosis is the most lethal, with a mortality of approximately 10% and an associated risk of 1 per 1,000,000 patients. Clinical findings, interventions, and outcomes: A case of a patient who, after 23 days of using dipyrone for pain management, developed a progressive drop in leukocyte count. Other potential causes of the event were ruled out. After dipyrone discontinuation, leukocyte counts returned to their normal values. Conclusion: The probable diagnosis of granulocytopenia as a dipyrone-related adverse drug reaction was established. Although rare, dipyrone-related granulocytopenia, may occur in patients who use this medication for long periods.

Resumen Introducción: La dipirona se ha posicionado en varios países como una de las primeras opciones de venta libre al público para el manejo del dolor. Sus posibles efectos adversos son conocidos a nivel mundial; entre ellos, la agranulocitosis es la más letal con una mortalidad aproximada del 10% y un riesgo asociado de 1 por cada 1.000.000 pacientes. Hallazgos clínicos, intervención y resultados: Se presenta un caso de una paciente que luego de recibir 23 días seguidos dipirona para el manejo del dolor presentó disminución progresiva de los leucocitos documentados en el hemograma. Se descartaron otras posibles causas de dicho evento. Luego de suspender la administración de la dipirona los leucocitos volvieron a sus valores normales. Conclusión: Se estableció la sospecha de diagnóstico probable de granulocitopenia como reacción adversa medicamentosa por dipirona. La granulocitopenia por dipirona aunque poco frecuente, se puede presentar en pacientes que la reciben por largos periodos de tiempo.

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Objetivo ­ Investigar se há ocorrência de agranulocitose num grupo de pacientes esquizofrênicos tratados com este medicamento num serviço especializado de saúde mental. A clozapina é um medicamento antipsicótico atípico de segunda geração de preferência no tratamento da esquizofrenia, principalmente em pacientes que apresentam resistência a outros antipsicóticos. Apesar da sua eficácia, esta pode induzir agranulocitose, alteração que ocorre no sangue por conta da neutropenia e leucopenia, podendo ser fatal. Métodos ­ Analisou-se a monitoração hematológica em 22 pacientes esquizofrênicos tratados com esta medicação entre os anos 2010 a 2012, no Centro de Atenção Psicossocial (CAPS I Sul), de São José dos Campos. Resultados ­ 7 (31,81%) eram mulheres, das quais ocorreu um caso de neutropenia (4,54%) com rápida recuperação, 15 (68,18%) eram homens, dos quais teve uma ocorrência de plaquetopenia (4,54%), caso acompanhado pelo médico. Conclusão ­ Não houve nenhum caso de agranulocitose na população estudada, apesar das alterações hematológicas evidenciadas. Assim é necessário ter a monitoração hematológica nesta terapêutica medicamentosa.

Objective ­ To investigate the occurrence of agranulocytosis in a group of schizophrenic patients treated with this medication in a specialized mental health service. Clozapine is a second generation atypical antipsychotic drug preferably in the treatment of schizophrenia, especially in patients who are resistant to other antipsychotics. Despite its efficacy, it may induce agranulocytosis, an alteration that occurs in the blood due to neutropenia and leucopenia, which can be fatal. Methods ­ Evaluated hematologic monitoring in 22 schizophrenic patients treated with this medication between the years 2010 to 2012, at the Center for Psychosocial Care (CAPS I Sul), in São José dos Campos. Results ­ 7 (31.81%) were women, of which there was a case of neutropenia (4.54%) with rapid recovery, 15 (68.18%) were men, of whom thrombocytopenia occurred (4.54%), that accompanied by the doctor. Conclusion ­ That there was no case of agranulocytosis in the studied population, despite the hematological alterations evidenced. Therefore it is necessary to have hematological monitoring in this drug therapy.

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Introduction: Agranulocytosis is one of the most serious adverse effects of clozapine. The Latin American literature is currently scarce on the subject. Objective: To describe the occurrence of agranulocytosis or leukopenia secondary to clozapine and its associated factors in a sample of Chilean patients between the years 2011-2016. Materials and Methods: An observational, retrospective type of study was designed base on virtual information from the National Pharmacovigilance Registry and definition of alarm levels according to the Technical Standard of clozapine, later performing statistical analysis. Results: total n 60 patients, 8 patients with some alarm event; Alarm 1:5; Alarm II: 1; Alarm III: 2. Alarms were distributed between week 1 and week 242. The incidence was higher between weeks 0 and 12 (1.26%). Until week 18,53% of alarms I and 100% of alarms III occurred, alarm II occurred in month 10. Discussion: When comparing patients with and without alarm, significant differences were found in the basal count of leukocytes and neutrophils, with no differences in age and sex. Patients who presented alarms and/or lower baseline leukocyte or neutrophil counts could eventually benefit from a longer weekly follow-up. Conclusion: This study constitutes the first step towards exploring the adverse effects profile of clozapine in Chilean patients.

Introducción: La agranulocitosis es uno de los efectos adversos más graves de la clozapina. Existe escasa literatura latinoamericana al respecto. Objetivo: Describir la ocurrencia de agranulocitosis o leucopenia secundaria a clozapina y sus factores asociados en una muestra de pacientes chilenos entre los años 2011-2016. Materiales y Métodos: Se diseñó un estudio de tipo observacional, retrospectivo con información virtual del Registro Nacional de Farmacovigilancia y definición de niveles de alarma según Norma Técnica de clozapina, realizando posteriormente análisis estadístico. Resultados: En total 60 pacientes, 8 pacientes con algún evento de alarma; Alarma 1:5; Alarma II: 1; Alarma III: 2. Las alarmas se distribuyeron entre la semana 1 y la 242. La incidencia fue mayor entre las semanas 0 y 12 (1,26%). Hasta la semana 18 habían ocurrido el 53% de alarmas I y 100% de alarmas III, la alarma II ocurrió en el mes 10. Discusión: Al comparar a los pacientes con y sin alarma, se encontraron diferencias significativas en el conteo basal de leucocitos y neutrófilos, sin diferencias en edad y sexo. Aquellos pacientes que han presentado alarmas y/o menores conteos basales de leucocitos o neutrófilos, eventualmente, podrían beneficiarse de un seguimiento semanal más prolongado. Conclusión: Este estudio corresponde a un primer paso hacia explorar el perfil de efectos adversos de clozapina en pacientes chilenos.

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El levamisol es un antihelmíntico de uso veterinario que ha sido utilizado como aditivo a la cocaína con el objetivo de aumentar los efectos psicotrópicos de dicha sustancia. Esta mezcla produce reacciones como agranulocitosis, vasculitis cutánea y modulación del sistema inmune. Solamente el reconocimiento, tratamiento adecuado y la suspensión del consumo de esta sustancia lleva a la desaparición de las lesiones y sugiere fuertemente el diagnóstico. Presentamos tres casos de síndrome cocaína/levamisol en Medellín y una revisión de la literatura con algunos conceptos de esta enfermedad.

Levamisole, an anthelmintic veterinary product is known to be used as an additive to cocaine that enhances the psychotropic effects of this substance. This mixture leads to reactions such as agranulocytosis, skin vasculitis and modulation of the immune system. Only the proper recognition, treatment of this entity and discontinuation of this substance consumption, leads to the disappearance of lesions; strongly suggesting the diagnosis. We present three cases of cocaine/levamisole syndrome in the city of Medellin and a review of the literature with some concepts related to this pathology.

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OBJECTIVES: To guide the clinician in taking decisions on the best strategies for assessing and monitoring the risk of blood disorders in adults diagnosed with schizophrenia in pharmacological treatment. METHOD: A clinical practice guideline was developed following the guidelines of the Methodological Guide of the Ministry of Social Protection to collect evidence and grade recommendations. De novoliterature researchwas performed. RESULTS: With the use of antipsychotics there isriskofreducción in the leukocyte count and the risk of agranulocytosis,the later associated with the use of clozapine, although it is a rare event(0.8%) can be fatal; this effect occurs most frequently in the first twelve weeks of treatment and the risk is maintained aroundthe first year of it. CONCLUSION: The recommendations were considered strongin all hematologic related monitoring.A blood count should be taken at the start of pharmacological treatment. If the patient is started on clozapine one shouldbe taken weekly during the first three months, monthly until completing one year and every six months thereafter. If there is a decrease in white blood cell count the patient should be monitored regularly, stopping if is a less than 3,500 cells/mm(3) and consider referral if is less than 2,000 cells/mm(3).

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Objetivos: Ayudar al clínico en la toma de decisiones sobre las estrategias de evaluación y el seguimiento por el riesgo de alteraciones hematológicas en adultos con diagnóstico de esquizofrenia en tratamiento farmacológico. Método: Se elaboró una guía de práctica clínica bajo los lineamientos de la Guía Metodológica del Ministerio de Salud y Protección Social para identificar, sintetizar, evaluar la evidencia y formular recomendaciones respecto al manejo y seguimiento de los pacientes adultos con diagnóstico de esquizofrenia. Se adoptó y actualizó la evidencia de la guía NICE 82, que contestaba la pregunta acá planteada. Se presentó la evidencia y su graduación al grupo desarrollador de la guía (GDG) para la formulación de las recomendaciones siguiendo la metodología propuesta por el abordaje GRADE. Resultados: Un evento conocido con el uso de antipsicóticos es la disminución en el conteo de leucocitos y el riesgo de agranulocitosis, este asociado al uso de clozapina, que aunque es un evento raro (0,8%), puede tener consecuencias fatales; este efecto se presenta con mayor frecuencia en las primeras doce semanas y se mantiene el riesgo hasta un año aproximadamente. Conclusión: se consideraron como recomendaciones fuertes todas las relacionadas con el seguimiento hematológico, se recomienda la toma de un hemograma al inicio del tratamiento farmacológico. Si el paciente inicia clozapina debe realizar uno semanal durante los tres primeros meses, mensual hasta el ano y cada seis meses a partir del primer año. Si se encuentra una disminución del conteo de leucocitos se debe hacer un seguimiento periódico, suspenderlo si hay un recuente menor a 3.500 células/mm³ y se recomienda la suspensión y remisión si el recuento es menor a 2.000 células/mm³.

Objectives: To guide the clinician in taking decisions on the best strategies for assessing and monitoring the risk of blood disorders in adults diagnosed with schizophrenia in pharmacological treatment. Method: A clinical practice guideline was developed following the guidelines of the Methodological Guide of the Ministry of Social Protection to collect evidence and grade recommendations. De novoliterature researchwas performed. Results:With the use of antipsychotics there isriskofreducción in the leukocyte count and the risk of agranulocytosis,the later associated with the use of clozapine, although it is a rare event(0.8%) can be fatal; this effect occurs most frequently in the first twelve weeks of treatment and the risk is maintained aroundthe first year of it. Conclusion: The recommendations were considered strongin all hematologic related moni-toring.A blood count should be taken at the start of pharmacological treatment. If the patient is started on clozapine one shouldbe taken weekly during the first three months, monthly until completing one year and every six months thereafter. If there is a decrease in white blood cell count the patient should be monitored regularly, stopping if is a less than 3,500 cells/mm³ and consider referral if is less than 2,000 cells/mm³.

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Las discrasias hemáticas inducidas por fármacos, son causadas por la interacción de diferentes fármacos con las células hematopoyéticas por medio de receptores específicos. Otros mecanismos fisiopatológicos pueden ser por toxicidad directa sobre la médula ósea o las células periféricas, por hipersensibilidad, por defectos inmunológicos secundarios a infecciones virales, por mecanismos mixtos o desconocidos. Las primeras asociaciones se describieron en la década de los años treinta. Los fármacos con mayor riesgo relativo de agranulocitosis o anemia aplásica son los antitiroideos, carbamazepina, las sulfonilureas, la indometacina, el piroxicam, entre otros. Se presentaa continuación el reporte de un caso clínico en paciente adulto quien con la administración de vancomicina presento agranulocitosis resolviendo el cuadro posterior a su suspensión.

The drug-induced blood dyscrasias are caused by the interaction of different drugs with the hematopoietic cells through specific receptors. Other pathophysiologic mechanisms may be by direct toxicity to bone marrow or peripheral cells, hypersensitivity, immunological defects secondary to viral infections, mixed or unknown mechanisms. The first associations were described in the thirties. Drugs with higher relative risk of a granulocytosis or aplastic anemia are antithyroid, carbamazepine, sulfonylurea, indomethacin and piroxicam among others. The report of a clinical case in an adult patient who after the administration of vancomycin presented agranulocytosis with resolution of the clinical picture after its suspension, is presented.

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