Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2763352 Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 2011 9 Pages PDF
Abstract

von Willebrand disease (VWD) is the most common hereditary bleeding disorder in humans, with an estimated prevalence of 0.5% to 1%. Patients with VWD are at increased risk of perioperative bleeding complications. This review provides an evidence-based overview of VWD and its management during the perioperative period.

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