APS Flashcards
1
Q
What is APS?
A
An acquired autoimmune disorder that manifests are recurrent venous or arterial thrombosis
2
Q
When is definite APS present?
A
If one clinical and lab criteria are met. Must be atleast one of both
3
Q
What is the most prominent complaint of APS?
A
Migraine
4
Q
What are the most common skin manifestations?
A
Ulcers and a cyanotic reddish pattern on the skin symbolizing veins
5
Q
What’s the cause of thrombosis in APS?
A
aPL
6
Q
What is CAPS?
A
Catastrophic APS
7
Q
What do we prescribe to treat APS?
A
Warfarin
8
Q
How do we treat pregnant women with APS?
A
Heparin
9
Q
How do we treat CAPS?
A
Corticosteroids
10
Q
Should the patient have Thromocytopenia above 50,000/mm3, what do we give?
A
Prednisone and IVIG (IV immunoglobulin)
