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Lupus anticoagulant.

P E Williams1

  • 1Department of Medicine, UAMS, Little Rock.

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
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Lupus anticoagulants, though misnamed, are key indicators of serious health risks like stroke and blood clots. Early evaluation is crucial for patients with unexplained clotting or pregnancy complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Immunology
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Lupus anticoagulants (LAs) have long been recognized as significant contributors to patient morbidity.
  • Historically, LAs were often dismissed as a mere nuisance by medical professionals.

Observation:

  • The term 'lupus anticoagulant' is a misnomer, as these antibodies are not exclusive to lupus patients.
  • A persistent enigma surrounds the dual effect of LAs: anticoagulation in vitro versus a procoagulant effect in vivo.
  • The presence of LAs spans diverse patient populations, necessitating broader clinical awareness.

Findings:

  • Lupus anticoagulants are implicated in various thromboembolic events.
  • These antibodies are associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, including recurrent fetal wastage.

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  • The diagnostic evaluation for LAs is essential in specific clinical scenarios.

    • Implications:

    • Multidisciplinary attention is now focused on lupus anticoagulants due to their widespread clinical relevance.
    • Identifying LAs is critical for managing patients presenting with transient ischemic attack (TIA) or cerebral vascular accident (CVA).
    • Prompt assessment for LAs is recommended for individuals with unexplained deep venous thrombosis (DVT) or recurrent fetal loss.