Abstract
Acquired hemophilia A (AHA) is a rare condition that predisposes affected patients to a bleeding tendency, even after a trivial physical insult. We present our experience with a 45-year-old male patient who was referred to our institute because of persistent bleeding from a left forearm surgical wound after fasciotomy. He was diagnosed as having AHA. Surgical treatment in combination with recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) led to a satisfactory result. Clinical awareness and multidisciplinary professional connections are necessary in the treatment of AHA. Acquired hemophilia should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients with uncontrolled bleeding episodes.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 135-139 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Formosan Journal of Surgery |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 1 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Acquired hemophilia
- Compartment syndrome
- Factor VII
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery