Antiphospholipid syndrome Antiphospholipid syndrome
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Age 18 years and older - Previously confirmed APS, diagnosed in accordance with the Sydney criteria - High titers of anti-B2-glycoprotein-I IgG at screening (titer > 99th percentile) - Lupus anticoagulant positive at screening - Receiving VKA during at least 3 months - At least one thromboembolic event in the past - Willing and be able to understand the study information and sign the informed consent form
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients with only obstetric complications of antiphospholipid syndrome without thrombotic events
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The main study parameter is the difference in INR values measured with the Coaguchek and Coagulometer. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary parameter includes the determination of antiphospholipid antibodies: IgG / IgM directed against cardiolipin, β2-Glycoprotein I and prothrombin, and antiphospholipid antibodies that prolong the clotting time in vitro, known as lupus anticoagulant. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Contacts
Universitair Medisch Centrum Utrecht