Antiphospholipid syndrome, a disorder characterized by pregnancy morbidity and thrombosis in young individuals, is diagnosed by detection of anticardiolipin antibodies or lupus anticoagulant using laboratory tests. As discussed in this review, correct identification of patients with this syndrome is important as prophylactic anticoagulant therapy can prevent recurrent thrombosis and reduce complications during pregnancy.
- Maria Laura Bertolaccini
- Munther A Khamashta
- Graham RV Hughes