Vitamin C Deficiency and Hemorrhagic Complications in Post-Allogeneic Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Transplant Patients: A Case Series

Key Points

• Hemorrhagic complications were observed in patients with vitamin C deficiency after hematopoietic transplantation, with a significant clinical impact.
• Among the patients, 40% experienced severe complications during the post-transplant period, emphasizing the need for adequate vitamin levels.
• This case series assessed vitamin C levels and related complications in a cohort of hematopoietic progenitor cell transplant patients.
• Highlights the importance of nutritional assessment and supplementation to prevent complications in post-transplant care.