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[Haemostatic disorders in ENT patients.Part 2: Pathophysiology, diagnostics, clinical feature and therapy]
S Kleinschmidt1, P K Plinkert2, T Fuchs-Buder1
1Klinik für Anästhesiologie und Intensivmedizin, Universitätskliniken des Saarlandes, Homburg/Saar, , , , , , DE.
HNO
|March 9, 2017
Summary
This article reviews haemostatic disorders in ENT patients, focusing on coagulation, platelet, and vascular issues. It highlights clinical importance of conditions like haemophilia and thrombocytopenia in ENT surgery.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Hematology
Context:
- Medical education article on haemostatic disorders in ENT patients.
- Focus on clinical practice in ENT surgery.
Purpose:
- Discuss basic physiology of haemostasis and diagnostic tools.
- Present disorders of coagulation, thrombocyte function, and blood vessels.
Summary:
- Highlights clinical importance of haemophilia A and B, von Willebrand disease, and thrombocytopenia.
- Discusses underlying diseases (malignomas, renal/hepatic insufficiency) and drug therapies (anticoagulants, inhibitors).
- Explains disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) resulting from sepsis and hemorrhage, illustrated with case reports.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview for ENT surgeons and hematologists.
- Enhances understanding of bleeding risks and management in ENT patients.
- Facilitates improved patient care through case-based learning and systematic review.
Keywords:
Disseminated intravascular coagulationDrug interactionsKeywords CoagulopathyThrombocytopeniaVascular abnormalitiesMore Related Videos
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