Journal article
P6. Abstract Title: Risks and Benefits of Antithrombotic Therapy in Polycythemia Vera: A Systematic Review
Abstract
Background Thrombosis is the major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with polycythemia vera (PV). Aspirin, and phlebotomy with or without cytoreductive therapy are key components of PV management to reduce thrombotic risk. However, patients with PV are also at risk for hemorrhagic complications, especially in the context of thrombocytosis and acquired Von Willebrand factor deficiency. The net benefit of antithrombotic therapy for …
Authors
Laureano M; Goodlife L; Chu D; Siegal D
Journal
Thrombosis Research, Vol. 182, ,
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
October 2019
DOI
10.1016/j.thromres.2019.09.016
ISSN
0049-3848