High-dose intravenous methylprednisolone therapy in patients with Graves ’ orbitopathy is associated with the increased activity of factor VIII

ConclusionsThe increase of FVIII activity is a consequence of treatment with IVMP and occurs after each pulse. In patients with additional risk factors of VTE, anticoagulation prophylaxis should be considered.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research