Haemophilia

Date
1977-10
Authors
Getaz , E. P.
Staples, W. G.
Lurie, A.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
HMPG
Abstract
The clinical and haematological features of haemophilia are reviewed and the historical aspects, pathogenesis and genetics are discussed. The problems associated with management, such as factor replacement, home therapy, physiotherapy, surgical intervention and the presence of inhibitors, are fully described. Finally, mention is made of the psychological problems of haemophiliacs and of the help given by the South African Haemophilia Foundation.
Description
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
Keywords
Hemophilia -- Diagnosis, Hemophilia -- Etiology, Hemophilia -- Treatment, Postoperative complications with blood clotting, Von Willebrand's disease -- Genetic aspects, Blood coagulation, Hemaphiliacs
Citation
Getaz, E. P. Staples, W. G. Lurie, A. 1977. Haemophilia. South African Medical Journal, 1 October: 595-601.