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Apr 2, 2024 · Apply direct pressure to the bleeding area. Use a clean cloth. Hold pressure constantly for at least 10 to 15 minutes and until the bleeding stops. Place another cloth over the first cloth if it gets soaked with blood. Pinch the end of your nose during a nosebleed. Hold pressure constantly for 10 to 15 minutes.
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What is acquired von Willebrand syndrome (AVWS)? AVWS is a...
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Apr 8, 2024 · von Willebrand disease is the most common inherited bleeding disorder in humans, and is secondary to abnormalities of von Willebrand factor (vWF). There are three main types and several subtypes. Diagnosis
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Apr 3, 2024 · This article is intended for primary care clinicians, hematologists, obstetrician-gynecologists, surgeons, and other specialists who care for patients at risk of bleeding from von Willebrand's disease. The goal of this activity is to provide medical news to primary care clinicians and other healthcare professionals in order to enhance patient care.
Mar 26, 2024 · This guideline describes laboratory tests used to diagnose and monitor individuals with von Willebrand disease (VWD). Since the publication of the previous guideline, 1 new functional tests have become widely available as an alternative to the ristocetin cofactor assay.
Mar 22, 2024 · Although the clinical signs and symptoms of von Willebrand disease (VWD) are almost indistinguishable between children and adults, there are specific aspects regarding diagnosis and treatment that are almost exclusive to the pediatric population.
Mar 22, 2024 · von Willebrand disease (VWD) is reportedly the most common bleeding disorder and results from deficiency and/or defect in the plasma protein von Willebrand factor (VWF). Clinical diagnosis of VWD requires evidence of bleeding and/or bruising and is facilitated by laboratory testing.
Mar 22, 2024 · Summary. Aortic stenosis (AS) and continuous-flow mechanical circulatory support (MCS) systems are the leading causes of cardiovascular-acquired von Willebrand syndrome (AVWS). They generate pathologically high shear stress resulting in the cleavage of von Willebrand factor (VWF) high-molecular-weight (HMW) multimers.