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Acquired Hemophilia A Treated with Recombinant Porcine Factor VIII: Case Report and Literature Review on Its Efficacy.

Authors :
Borro M
Tassara R
Paris L
Artom N
Brignone M
Rebella L
Tassara R
Source :
Hematology reports [Hematol Rep] 2023 Jan 06; Vol. 15 (1), pp. 17-22. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Jan 06.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Acquired hemophilia A (AHA) is a bleeding disorder due to the presence of neutralizing autoantibodies named inhibitors in patients with a previously normal hemostasis. Recent international recommendations suggest the use of bypassing agents or substitutive therapy as the first-line treatment, usually preferring the former. The adequate hemostatic therapy needs an accurate balance between bleeding and thrombotic risks. We report a clinical case of acquired hemophilia A successfully treated with recombinant porcine factor VIII (Susoctocog alfa) as the first-line treatment. Despite the patient having a high-risk thrombotic score and a history of recent myocardial infarction, our experience showed the absence of thrombotic complications related to the use of Susoctocog alfa and a complete restoration of hemostatic parameters. Limited literature is present on the use of recombinant porcine factor VIII as a first-line treatment, and our report supports its use, especially when the thrombotic risk is high.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2038-8322
Volume :
15
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Hematology reports
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
36648881
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/hematolrep15010003