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Acquired hemophilia A: Updated review of evidence and treatment guidance.
American journal of hematology - 1 Jul 2017
Kruse-Jarres Rebecca, Kempton Christine L, Baudo Francesco, Collins Peter W, Knoebl Paul, Leissinger Cindy A, Tiede Andreas, Kessler Craig M
Abstract excerpt
Acquired hemophilia A (AHA) is a rare disease resulting from autoantibodies (inhibitors) against endogenous factor VIII (FVIII) that leads to bleeding, which is often spontaneous and severe. AHA tends to occur in elderly patients with comorbidities and is associated with high mortality risk from underlying comorbidities, bleeding, or treatment complications. Treatment, which consists of hemostatic management and...
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