What is the name of the coagulation disorder characterized by a deficiency of von Willebrand factor, leading to impaired platelet adhesion and aggregation?

A Hemophilia A
B Hemophilia B
C Von Willebrand disease ✓
D Thrombocytopenia

Explanation

Von Willebrand disease is a coagulation disorder caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of von Willebrand factor, leading to impaired platelet adhesion and aggregation.

Mnemonic

VWF = Very Weak Factor

Source

Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high