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Controversies regarding the prophylactic management of adults with severe haemophilia A.

Authors :
VALENTINO, L. A.
Source :
Haemophilia. Dec2009 Supplement 2, Vol. 15, p5-22. 18p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article presents several case studies to prevent bleeding and joint damage with the help of prophylaxis treatment of severe hemophilia patients. A 19 year old boy started prophylaxis at the age of seven which has reduced his joint bleeding episodes or trauma. A 21year old man diagnosed with hemophilia followed prophylaxis treatment regularly and resulted in effective state. But, the use of FVIII prophylaxis treatment by a 61 year old man with severe hemophilia was ineffective.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13518216
Volume :
15
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Haemophilia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
47051016
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2516.2009.02159.x