Combined life ‐threatening internal organ bleeding and postpartum hemorrhage associated with acquired hemophilia A

We report a 38-year-old woman who presented in an emergency department with severe postpartum hemorrhage 2  weeks after cesarean section. Her investigation showed an isolated prolongation of partial thromboplastin time (PTT), low factor VIII assay and a factor VIII inhibitor test, resulting in abnormal Bethesda units which consistent with AHA. This case report highlights the importance of early diagnos is and treatment of AHA. With timely and appropriate management, most patients can achieve a good outcome.

Source: Clinical Case Reports - January 3, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Chanakarn Kanitthamniyom, Pharit Siladech, Natchaya Polpichai, Maireigh McCullough, Sakditad Saowapa Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research