blood coagulation disorder

Course of disease in a Budd- Chiari syndrome | The Budd- Chiari Syndrome – The occlusion of the liver vein

Course of disease in a Budd- Chiari syndrome In the Budd- Chiari syndrome, there is an increasing deterioration of the liver function due to the outflow disorder. This leads to the accumulation of abdominal fluid and the abdominal girth increases. Depending on when the Budd- Chiari Syndrome is treated and whether the treatment ensures a … Course of disease in a Budd- Chiari syndrome | The Budd- Chiari Syndrome – The occlusion of the liver vein

The Budd- Chiari Syndrome – The occlusion of the liver vein

What is a Budd- Chiari syndrome? The Budd- Chiari Syndrome is named after the first descriptors George Bush and Hans Chiari. This is a rare liver disease in which a clot (thrombosis) in the liver veins leads to an outflow disorder in the liver. This thrombosis is often caused by blood and coagulation disorders. If … The Budd- Chiari Syndrome – The occlusion of the liver vein

Blood clotting disorder

Introduction Approximately one in 5,000 people worldwide suffers from a blood clotting disorder. The technical term for a coagulation disorder is coagulopathy. A blood clotting disorder can have two effects. One is excessive clotting. The blood becomes thicker, which increases the risk of blood clots forming, i.e. the formation of thromboses or embolisms resulting from … Blood clotting disorder

Causes | Blood clotting disorder

Causes Among the diseases associated with reduced coagulation, there are diseases caused by a malfunction of the blood platelets (thrombocytes). Functioning blood platelets form the basis of the first part of the clotting of the blood, and by attaching the cells the bleeding is restricted. In the case of platelet disease, there may be a … Causes | Blood clotting disorder

Diagnosis: Tests | Blood clotting disorder

Diagnosis: Tests If the patient describes typical symptoms associated with coagulation disorders to the doctor, various tests can be arranged. In any case, blood must be taken and examined. The number of platelets (thrombocytes) in the blood can then be determined. This is a standard value that is routinely checked every time a blood sample … Diagnosis: Tests | Blood clotting disorder

Blood coagulation disorders in children | Blood clotting disorder

Blood coagulation disorders in children If blood coagulation disorders occur in children, it is often a congenital disease, such as haemophilia or the much more common von Willebrand syndrome. Particularly when children romp around, children with a coagulation disorder can develop bruises and bumps more quickly. Bruises often develop in rather unfamiliar places, such as … Blood coagulation disorders in children | Blood clotting disorder

Bruise on the baby

Definition A bruise (haematoma) usually results from blunt trauma, such as bumping into an object. This causes small blood vessels to burst, so that blood accumulates under the skin and becomes noticeable by a discoloration. There is no injury to the skin. In principle, a bruise is nothing more than a bruise. However, it is … Bruise on the baby

Bruising of the baby after birth | Bruise on the baby

Bruising of the baby after birth Bruises, which are already present at birth, are usually caused by the birth process and are usually located on the head. The haematoma can be caused by the mother’s strong pressing, when supporting instruments such as forceps or suction cups have to be used, or by unfavourable proportions between … Bruising of the baby after birth | Bruise on the baby

Causes of a stroke

Introduction A stroke is a life-threatening disease which, despite the best possible therapy, can still lead to serious consequential damage or even death in many cases. Therefore it is useful to better understand the causes and risk factors of the disease in order to reduce the probability of a stroke by early prevention. The different … Causes of a stroke

Causes of stroke in babies | Causes of a stroke

Causes of stroke in babies Approximately 300 children and young people are diagnosed with a stroke in Germany every year. While many of the causes of these rare strokes have not yet been sufficiently clarified, hereditary coagulation disorders in particular can now be identified as the main cause. The symptoms of a stroke at a … Causes of stroke in babies | Causes of a stroke