Clinically significant hemorrhage associated with extended spectrum anti-Pseudomonas penicillins is uncommon. We describe 2 patients with bleeding complications owing to piperacillin. In addition, we review the incidence and mechanism of this adverse reaction, and make suggestions for the management of these patients.
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Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College, Srinagar, J&K, India.
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