Abstract
Coagulation studies were performed in 47 hemodialysis patients in order to assess abnormalities predisposing to thrombosis. A very high incidence of Lupus Anticoagulant was detected, a finding not previously described. This work is a preliminary report of this association and of its possible clinical implications.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Blood Coagulation Disorders / etiology
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Blood Coagulation Factors / immunology*
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Female
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Humans
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Lupus Coagulation Inhibitor
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Renal Dialysis / adverse effects*
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Thrombosis / etiology
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Uremia / blood
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Uremia / therapy
Substances
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Blood Coagulation Factors
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Lupus Coagulation Inhibitor