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Hemophilia Miniatlas Lee Fleisher: A Comprehensive Guide to Hemophilia Diagnosis and Treatment

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Hemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder that affects the blood's ability to clot. It is caused by a deficiency in one of the proteins involved in the clotting process, known as clotting factors. Hemophilia can be a serious condition, and it can lead to life-threatening bleeding episodes if not properly treated.

Hemophilia Miniatlas

by Lee A. Fleisher

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The Hemophilia Miniatlas by Lee Fleisher is a comprehensive guide to hemophilia diagnosis and treatment. It is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals who care for patients with hemophilia.

Diagnosis of Hemophilia

The diagnosis of hemophilia is based on a combination of factors, including the patient's symptoms, family history, and laboratory tests.

Symptoms of hemophilia may include:

* Easy bruising * Frequent nosebleeds * Bleeding from cuts that does not stop easily * Painful swelling of the joints * Blood in the urine or stool

Family history is also an important factor in the diagnosis of hemophilia. Hemophilia is an inherited disorder, and it is more likely to occur in males than in females.

Laboratory tests can confirm the diagnosis of hemophilia. These tests measure the levels of clotting factors in the blood.

Treatment of Hemophilia

The treatment of hemophilia involves replacing the clotting factor that is deficient. This can be done through infusions of clotting factor concentrate. Clotting factor concentrate is made from the blood of healthy donors.

Infusions of clotting factor concentrate can be given on a regular basis to prevent bleeding episodes. They can also be given on an as-needed basis to treat bleeding episodes.

In addition to clotting factor concentrate, there are other treatments that can be used to manage hemophilia. These treatments include:

* Antifibrinolytic agents, which help to prevent blood clots from breaking down * Pain relievers * Physical therapy

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About the Author

Lee Fleisher is a world-renowned expert on hemophilia. He is the director of the Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is also the author of several books and articles on hemophilia.

The Hemophilia Miniatlas by Lee Fleisher is a must-have resource for healthcare professionals who care for patients with hemophilia. It is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to hemophilia diagnosis and treatment.

Hemophilia Miniatlas

by Lee A. Fleisher

4.3 out of 5