APS Flashcards

1
Q

What is APS?

A

An acquired autoimmune disorder that manifests are recurrent venous or arterial thrombosis

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2
Q

When is definite APS present?

A

If one clinical and lab criteria are met. Must be atleast one of both

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3
Q

What is the most prominent complaint of APS?

A

Migraine

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4
Q

What are the most common skin manifestations?

A

Ulcers and a cyanotic reddish pattern on the skin symbolizing veins

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5
Q

What’s the cause of thrombosis in APS?

A

aPL

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6
Q

What is CAPS?

A

Catastrophic APS

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7
Q

What do we prescribe to treat APS?

A

Warfarin

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8
Q

How do we treat pregnant women with APS?

A

Heparin

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9
Q

How do we treat CAPS?

A

Corticosteroids

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10
Q

Should the patient have Thromocytopenia above 50,000/mm3, what do we give?

A

Prednisone and IVIG (IV immunoglobulin)

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