Key result
A standardized bleeding history, specific laboratory tests, and a trial infusion of desmopressin provide a practical approach for the diagnosis and optimal management of von Willebrand disease.
Population
Patients with suspected or diagnosed von Willebrand disease (VWD)
Design
Review
Authors
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May guide initial vWD evaluation; leaves open need for prospective validation before guideline adoption.
Provides a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of von Willebrand disease based on standardized bleeding history and specific laboratory tests.
Rodeghiero et al. (2009) conducted a review in von Willebrand disease (VWD). Standardized diagnostic and treatment approach (bleeding score, laboratory tests, desmopressin trial) was evaluated. A standardized bleeding history, specific laboratory tests, and a trial infusion of desmopressin provide a practical approach for the diagnosis and optimal management of von Willebrand disease.
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