What is heparin-induced skin necrosis?
Heparin-induced skin necrosis (heparin necrosis) is a rare complication of heparin injections either at the injection site or distant sites, in which there is death of skin cells (necrosis) due to inadequate blood supply. One form, heparin-induced thrombocytopaenia (HIT), is associated with a fall in platelet count and paradoxical formation of clots in blood vessels.
