Hereditary thrombophilias--recommendations for genetic testing in the clinical praxis
Kvasnicka, J.
Casopis Lekaru Ceskych 149(10): 468-471
2010
ISSN/ISBN: 0008-7335 PMID: 21121136 Document Number: 645513
Venous thromboembolism is a common serious clinical condition, in which genetic factors play an important role, too. The objective of this review is to summarize current knowledge regarding the hereditary thrombophilias and submit their simple classification. Recommended Consensus of the Czech Societies on Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Haematology and Medical Genetics for genetic testing in specific patients' groups at venous thromboembolism high-risk situation is also presented.