#421 Antiphospholipid Syndrome with Dr. Arielle Langer

Conquer your fear of antiphospholipid syndrome! Dr. Arielle Langer leads us through what clinical features raise suspicion for antiphospholipid syndrome, how to interpret laboratory testing, and the nuances of antiphospholipid syndrome management.

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Show Segments

Intro

Case from Kashlak

What is antiphospholipid syndrome?

Clinical features that raise suspicion for antiphospholipid syndrome

Laboratory testing and diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome

Management of antiphospholipid syndrome: initial treatment

Management of antiphospholipid syndrome: managing recurrent thrombosis

Return to Case: Pregnancy in patients with a history of thrombotic APLS

Obstetric APLS

Final questions

Outro

Credits

Producer, Writer, Show Notes, Infographics, and Cover Art: Malini Gandhi

Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   

Reviewer: Fatima Syed MD

Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Technical Production: PodPaste

Guest: Arielle Langer MD

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