Preferred Label : Antiphospholipid Syndrome;
NCIt synonyms : Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome;
NCIt definition : A disorder caused by the presence of autoantibodies directed against phospholipids,
causing a hypercoaguable state, which may result in blood clots, stroke, heart attack,
and in women, significant pregnancy-related complications, including miscarriage and
still birth. The syndrome is often associated with other autoimmune disorders, most
commonly lupus erythematosus, and infections, including syphilis and Lyme disease.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A disorder caused by the presence of autoantibodies directed against phospholipids,
causing a hypercoaguable state, which may result in blood clots, stroke, heart attack,
and in women, significant pregnancy-related complications, including miscarriage and
stillbirth. The syndrome is often associated with other autoimmune disorders, most
commonly lupus erythematosus, and certain infections.;
Origin ID : C61283;
UMLS CUI : C0085278;
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