Challenges and new directions in hemophilia A and B

This patient case has been developed with the assistance of Professor Anthony Chan (Pediatric Hematologist at McMaster Children’s Hospital and Professor of Pediatrics at McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada).

The information presented is not intended as medical advice. Responsibility for patient care resides with the healthcare professional on the basis of their professional license, experience, and knowledge of the individual patient.

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All characters and events depicted in this patient case simulation are entirely fictitious. Any similarity to actual events or persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. This activity is intended only for healthcare professionals registered to practice in Canada. To proceed, please confirm that you are a healthcare professional practicing in Canada.

Modules

• A 10-month old infant boy with severe hemophilia A

• A 48-year-old man presenting with stroke and thrombocytopenia

• A 6-year-old boy with persistent oral bleeding

• A 33-year-old woman presenting with anemia and thrombocytopenia