What to do about intussusception in hemophilia
Disease description:
My grandmother has hemophilia, and she's been experiencing nausea and vomiting for the past couple of days. After examination, the doctor diagnosed her with intussusception. What should we do about intussusception in someone with hemophilia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
Hemophilia is a hereditary bleeding disorder characterized by impaired blood coagulation. Intussusception in hemophilia is a relatively severe complication that requires urgent management. Intussusception refers to the telescoping of one segment of the intestine into an adjacent segment, leading to obstruction of intestinal contents. In patients with hemophilia, the deficiency of clotting factors may result in more severe bleeding and complications associated with intussusception. When managing intussusception in hemophilia, the first step is to administer clotting factor replacement therapy to control bleeding and prevent further complications. Additionally, depending on the patient's specific condition, surgical reduction or other therapeutic interventions may also be necessary. Throughout the treatment process, close monitoring of vital signs and clinical changes is essential to ensure timely and effective management.
