Acquired hemophilia a: A rare cause of gross hematuria

Gregory W. Hosier, Ross J. Mason, K. Sue Robinson, Gregory G. Bailly

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Résumé

Acquired hemophilia A is a rare condition caused by spontaneous development of factor VIII inhibitor. This condition most commonly presents with multiple hemorrhagic symptoms and isolated hematuria is exceedingly rare. Early diagnosis is important, as this condition carries a high mortality rate (13‒22%). We present a case of an 82-year-old man with isolated hematuria caused by a factor VIII inhibitor who was successfully treated with recombinant activated factor VII concentrate, as well as prednisone and cyclophosphamide.

Langue d'origineEnglish
Pages (de-à)E905-E907
JournalJournal of the Canadian Urological Association
Volume9
Numéro de publication11-12December
DOI
Statut de publicationPublished - déc. 1 2015

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© 2015 Canadian Urological Association.

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Oncology
  • Urology

PubMed: MeSH publication types

  • Journal Article

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