Orthognathic surgery in a patient with von Willebrand disease
Bhárbara Mariano Barcellos,
Andressa Goicochea Moreira,
Isabela Toledo Teixeira da Silveira
et al.
Abstract:Aim: This study aims to report the perioperative management of a patient with von Willebrand disease (vWd) who underwent orthognathic surgery. The report follows the guidelines of the Case Report Guidelines (CARE) and focuses on the steps taken to prevent bleeding during the surgical procedure. Methods: A 39-year-old female patient with skeletal Class III was treated with maxillary advancement and mandibular setback. Despite normal test results for ristocetin cofactor activity, measures were taken to prevent b… Show more
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