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Von Willebrand Deficiency (VWD) Flashcards

1
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what is VWD?

A

AD condition of primary haemostasis

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presentation

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bleeding history (menorrhagia, childbirth)

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3
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diagnosis

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FH

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management

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ddavp (desmopressin)
tranexamic acid
measures to site of bleeding (OCP, cautery, mirena coil)

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5
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action of ddavp

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causes release of VW antigen which carries factor VIII

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