Disease burden and remaining unmet need in patients with haemophilia A treated with primary prophylaxis

Abstract

Compared with the general population, clinical outcomes and quality of life are indicated to be impaired for young adults whose haemophilia is managed by primary prophylaxis. Primary prophylaxis is not associated with lower levels of anxiety and depression than on-demand treatment, and pain is common. The level of presenteeism is comparable to that reported in people with osteoarthritis, an older population with more joint disease. Further studies are needed to fully assess the implications of compromised work performance among young adults with haemophilia as they seek to build a career.