RESUMO
von Willebrand disease is the most prevalent inherited bleeding disorder, affecting up to 1.3% of the population. It is caused by a defect or deficiency of the von Willebrand factor. Women with the condition may not be aware of their condition at the time of childbirth, but they are at high risk of postpartum hemorrhage even days after birth. In this article we briefly review the condition and specific considerations for the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum phases. It is important for nurses who care for women during childbirth to have a keen understanding of this condition.
Assuntos
Enfermagem Obstétrica/métodos , Complicações Hematológicas na Gravidez/enfermagem , Cuidado Pré-Natal/métodos , Doenças de von Willebrand/enfermagem , Ameaça de Aborto/etiologia , Feminino , Humanos , Relações Enfermeiro-Paciente , Hemorragia Pós-Parto/etiologia , Gravidez , Hemorragia Uterina/etiologia , Doenças de von Willebrand/complicaçõesRESUMO
Von Willebrand disease, caused by a deficiency or abnormality of von Willebrand factor, is the most common hereditary bleeding disorder, occurring in approximately 1% of the population. This article is intended to raise the level of awareness in the health care community and define the nurse's role in recognizing the clinical presentation of this underdiagnosed bleeding disorder.
