Blood Disorders: Prevention

  • Fondaparinux (injectable)

    06/20/05, Healthwise

    There is a risk of bleeding in the spinal or epidural space, possibly resulting in paralysis, when fondaparinux is used along with spinal or epidural anesthesia or spinal puncture. This risk may be increased by the use of indwelling epidural cathet

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  • Hemophilia - Prevention

    08/20/07, Healthwise

    Because it is an inherited genetic disease, hemophilia cannot be prevented. If you or any of your immediate family members (parents or siblings) have hemophilia or are carriers and you are thinking about having a child, you may want to

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  • Sickle Cell Disease - Prevention

    01/19/07, Healthwise

    Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder and isn't preventable. However, a couple may meet with a genetic counselor before becoming pregnant to learn more about their chances of having a child with sickle cell disease. People

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