Treatment with coumarin derivatives is highly individualised due to high intra- and inter-individual variation in dose response and risks of severe bleeding or thromboembolic complications. Treatment focuses on reaching and maintaining a stable target international normalised ratio (INR). However, unexpected INRs that are not explained by noncompliance or vitamin K intake may occur. Here we describe seven cases of unexpected INRs, and provide clues that clarify the underlying mechanism.
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