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Factor v Leiden mutation in severe infection and sepsis.
Seminars in thrombosis and hemostasis - 1 Nov 2011
Levi Marcel, Schouten Marcel, van't Veer Cees, van der Poll Tom
Abstract excerpt
In severe infection and sepsis, activation of coagulation frequently occurs, which contributes to the development of multiple organ dysfunction. Factor V Leiden is a relatively common mutation resulting in a mild prohemostatic state and consequently with an increased tendency to develop thrombosis. Hypothetically, patients with factor V Leiden may suffer from more severe coagulopathy in cases of severe infection...
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