What Is Thrombophilia?
Thrombophilia is a clotting disorder. Inherited thrombophilias are a group of conditions in which blood tends to clot.
Symptoms of Clotting Disorders
Because blood clots in these conditions, the following may occur:
- Vascular occlusion (thromboembolism)
- Clots in organs: in the heart, lungs and brain
- Pregnancy complications: miscarriage or stillbirth
- Intrauterine growth restriction
An increase in pregnancy losses is observed in patients with inherited thrombophilia.
In Recurrent Miscarriage
A thrombophilia panel is recommended in recurrent miscarriage. With early diagnosis, appropriate treatment can be planned.