Introduction: Von Willebrand disease (VWD) is the most common hereditary blood clotting disease in humans.The
three forms of VWD are hereditary, acquired, and pseudo or platelet type. VWD type 1 is the most common type of the disorder,
with mild bleeding symptoms such as nosebleeds, though occasionally more severe symptoms can occur.The various types of VWD
present with varying degrees of bleeding tendency, usually in the form of easy bruising, nosebleeds, and bleeding gums.[medical
citation needed] Women may experience heavy menstrual periods and blood loss during childbirth.
Aim: The aim of the study was to assess knowledge and awareness of treatment protocol with von willebrand's disease patients.
Materials and methods: This is a cross sectional descriptive survey conducted among 126 dental undergraduates in chennai.This
survey consists of 15 self administered questions. The survey was conducted through an online platform.the aim of the study is to
assess the knowledge and awareness of treatment protocol of von willebrand's disease patients.
Results: from the study,82.81 % are aware of treatment protocols of von willebrand disease and 17.19% are not aware of treatment
protocols on von willebrand disease.70.31 % felt that desmopressin drug of treatment for von willebrand disease and 29.69% felt
that desmopressin drug cannot be used for the treatment for von willebrand disease.
Conclusions : awareness of treatment protocols for von willebrand's disease among dental undergraduates in chennai was
evaluated. Extensive research and awareness programs can be conducted to bring awareness and practise for the new generation
of medical professionals.
Key words: Awareness, Bleeding disorders, Blood coagulation disorders, management of bleeding disorder, innovative technique.
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