A Case Report of Rotational Thromboelastometry-Assisted Decision Analysis for Two Pregnant Patients With Platelet Storage Pool Disorder. Issue 2 (17th February 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hale, John; Galanti, Gregory; Langer, Arielle; Lassey, Sarah; Reiff, Emily; Camann, William
• Is Part Of: A & A practice. Volume 17:Issue 2(2022)
• Page Start: e01658
• Publication Date: 2023-02-17
• Subjects: Analgesia -- Periodicals; Analgesia -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Anesthesiology -- Periodicals; Anesthesiology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 617.9605
• DOI: 10.1213/XAA.0000000000001658
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2575-3126

Abstract

Abstract : Platelet storage pool disorders (PSPDs) constitute a diverse group of hematologic abnormalities, which share the common feature of a deficiency in the ability of platelets to aggregate. Parturients with PSPD can present management challenges to their care team when they present for childbirth, especially with regard to neuraxial anesthesia. We report a series of 2 deliveries from unrelated patients affected by PSPD. In particular, we highlight the utility of rotational thromboelastometry (ROTEM) and the need for a multidisciplinary approach to the care of patients with this hematologic abnormality.