DIC (Disseminated intravascular coagulation)
Alternative names:
consumption coagulopathy; disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
Treatment:
The objective of treatment is to determine the underlying cause of DIC and provide treatment for it.
Replacement therapy of the coagulation factors is achieved by platelet transfusion and by cryoprecipitate to replace fibrinogen. Fresh frozen plasma may replace other coagulation factors. Heparin, a medication used to prevent thrombosis, is sometimes used in combination with replacement therapy.
Expectations (prognosis):
The underlying disease that causes the bleeding disorder will predict the probable outcome. If bleeding is severe, the patient may not survive long enough for the therapy to have an effect.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if continued bleeding of unknown cause is present.
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