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The evolution and value of bleeding assessment tools.
The evolution and value of bleeding assessment tools.
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Journal of thrombosis and haemostasis : JTH [J Thromb Haemost] 2012 Nov; Vol. 10 (11), pp. 2223-9. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- A personal history of excessive mucocutaneous bleeding is a key component in the diagnosis of a number of mild bleeding disorders, including von Willebrand disease (VWD), platelet function disorders (PFD), and coagulation factor deficiencies. However, the evaluation of hemorrhagic symptoms is a well-recognized challenge for both patients and physicians, because the reporting and interpretation of bleeding symptoms is subjective. As a result, bleeding assessment tools (BATs) have been developed and studied in a variety of clinical settings. This work has been pioneered by a group of Italian researchers, and the resultant 'Vicenza Bleeding Questionnaire' stands as the original BAT. In this review, we will discuss the modifications of the Vicenza Bleeding Questionnaire that have taken place over the years, as well as the validation studies that have been published. Other BATs that have been developed and published will be reviewed, as will the special situations of assessing pediatric bleeding as well as menorrhagia. Lastly, the clinical utility of BATs will be discussed including remaining challenges and future directions for the field.<br /> (© 2012 International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis.)
- Subjects :
- Algorithms
Blood Platelet Disorders diagnosis
Female
Hemostasis
Humans
Male
Menorrhagia diagnosis
Prevalence
Severity of Illness Index
Surveys and Questionnaires
Symptom Assessment
von Willebrand Diseases diagnosis
Blood Coagulation Disorders diagnosis
Hemorrhage
Hemorrhagic Disorders diagnosis
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1538-7836
- Volume :
- 10
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Journal of thrombosis and haemostasis : JTH
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 22974079
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1538-7836.2012.04923.x