Awareness of Acquired Hemophilia A among Physicians in Japan: A Web-based Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Acquired hemophilia A (AHA) is a rare, life-threatening bleeding disorder caused by the development of autoantibodies against coagulation factor VIII. AHA represents a diagnostic challenge, particularly for non-hematologist physicians who may initially encounter these patients. This study aimed to evaluate the level of AHA awareness among non-hematologist physicians across various medical departments in Japan.

Methods

This was a prospective, cross-sectional, observational, web-based survey of non-hematologist physicians, conducted over a period of 2 weeks (April 1-12, 2024) in Japan. The primary endpoint was the participants' level of AHA awareness.

Results

In total, 4,835 candidate physicians were screened, with 1,701 participants included in the analysi

SUBMITTER: Seki Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12598209 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature