About The Medical Condition Disease, von Willebrand
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Disease, von Willebrand
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What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Disease, von Willebrand?
Group of hemorrhagic disorders in which the von Willebrand factor (Factor VIII-related antigen) is either quantitatively or qualitatively abnormal. They are usually inherited as an autosomal dominant trait though rare kindreds are autosomal recessive. Symptoms vary depending on severity and disease type but may include prolonged bleeding time, deficiency of factor VIII, and impaired platelet adhesion.
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