Congenital Bleeding Disorders: How to Spot the Tell-Tale Signs

About this course

Persons with bleeding disorders may consult with a health care provider either at the initial presentation or for management of a bleed. This e-learning module summarizes the essentials in the identification and multidisciplinary care of patients with bleeding disorders (including hemophilia A and B), particularly with regards to preventive management to reduce their overall health burden.

Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:

• Identify the signs and symptoms of congenital bleeding disorders
• Recognize and manage congenital bleeding disorders

Topics covered

• When to suspect a congenital bleeding disorder
• Basic screening tests for bleeding disorders
• Management approaches to common clinical scenarios, including vaccination, heavy menstruation, and minor surgical and dental procedures
• Collaboration with the hematologist to institute definitive management (including clotting factor replacement therapy and emicizumab)

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