Sequelae of Anticoagulant Therapy in a Patient with History of Pulmonary Malignancy: A Case Report.

Introduction: In patients with known malignancy and possible intracranial metastatic disease who are receiving treatment with therapeutic anticoagulation, limited data exist regarding risk of intracranial bleeding.

Case Report: We present a case of a 64-year-old female with known lung malignancy, evidence of possible metastatic disease, and bilateral deep vein thrombosis, who suffered severe intracranial hemorrhage following initiation of therapeutic anticoagulation. Current guidelines, available risk- stratification tools, and treatment options with their risks are discussed.