Antiphospholipid syndrome Flashcards

1
Q

Define + characteristics

A

Predisposition to antibodies against phospholipids

Thrombocytopenia
Recurrent miscarriages
Headaches
Livedo reticularis 
Venous/arterial thrombosis
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2
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Inv findings

A

Increased APTT

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3
Q

Which systemic disorder is this associated with?

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Associated with SLE

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