Haemophilia Flashcards
1
Q
What deficiency is haemophilia A?
A
Deficiency of Factor VIII
2
Q
What deficiency is haemophilia B?
A
Deficiency of factor IX
3
Q
What is the plasma activity in severe haemophilia?
A
<1 UL
4
Q
What is the plasma activity in moderate haemophilia?
A
Between 2 and 5 UL
5
Q
What is mild haemophilia?
A
6 and 40 UL
6
Q
What are the local haemostatic techniques used for haemophiliacs?
A
Suturing
Oxidised cellulose- surgicel
Oral rinse of an antifibrinolytic agent (transexamic acid) is used following an extraction
Fibrin glue can be used for reducing the needs for clotting factor replacement therapy
