Special Consideration Hematology Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main goal of treatment for a patient with Essential Thrombocythemia?
A
Reduce risk of Thrombosis and Hemorrhage
2
Q
How you treat Essential Thrombocythemia?
A
Hydroxyurea to maintain platelet count
Anagrelide (if anemia develops)
Aspirin
3
Q
What is the treatment for Polycythemia Vera?
A
Phlebotomy
Hydroxyurea
Aspirin
(avoid Iron supplementation)
4
Q
How do you treat Hemochromatosis?
A
Depletion of Iron stores via Phlebotomy
(takes 2 - 3 years of weekly phlebotomy)
5
Q
What can be used to decrease iron absorption and the need for maintenance phlebotomy in hemochromatosis pts?
A
Proton Pump Inhibitors
(PPI)
6
Q
What can be used as a chelating agent for patients with Hemochromatosis?
A
Deferoxamine
