RARE PLATELET DISORDER GLANZMANN THROMBASTHENIA CAUSING ABNORMAL UTERINE BLEEDING A CASE REPORT AND REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Glanzmann thrombasthenia is a rare genetic disorder. It is of autosomal inheritance. It usually presents as ecchymoses, petechiae, gum bleeding, musical bleeding, and menorrhagia. An acute episode of bleeding can be managed with intravenous antifibrinolytics, blood and blood products transfusion later with hormonal therapy. Newer modalities include Recombinant factor VIIa. A multidisciplinary approach is needed for the diagnosis and management of this disorder.