Clinical resources for healthcare professionals on bleeding and clotting disorders in women and girls
Bleeding and clotting disorders in women and girls, including von Willebrand disease, heavy menstrual bleeding, venous thromboembolism and rare coagulation factor deficiencies, remain significantly underrecognized across specialties. Hematologists, gynecologists, obstetricians and primary care providers need access to current clinical guidelines, diagnostic tools and evidence-based treatment protocols to close that gap.
The ISTH has developed this centralized hub to make finding that information faster and easier. Here you will find curated peer-reviewed articles organized by topic, clinical guidance documents and resources from our collaborative partners working to advance care in women's thrombosis and hemostasis. Our goal is to support healthcare professionals with the evidence needed to improve diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for women at every stage of life.
Curated resources for healthcare professionals
Healthcare providers play a critical role in diagnosing and managing bleeding and clotting disorders in women and girls, from heavy menstrual bleeding and von Willebrand disease to pregnancy-associated thrombosis. This curated resource hub offers clinical tools, global guidelines and actionable steps organized around your needs. Select a category below to navigate to your resources.
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Resources for healthcare professionals on women's bleeding and clotting
The following resources are curated by subject and developed in collaboration with ISTH and its collaborative partners to support healthcare professionals, researchers and anyone working to improve care for women and girls with bleeding and clotting disorders. Resources include peer-reviewed articles, research papers, clinical guidelines and expert guidance. The ISTH Global Public Affairs Committee has vetted all resources to ensure accuracy, relevance and scientific integrity.
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Select a topic below to explore resources in that area. If you are a collaborative partner with resources you would like added to this collection, share them with us.
ISTH Pulse Podcast: Dr. Angela Weyand Talks Women's Health and Becoming Social Media's "Shematologist"
ISTH Pulse Podcast
An ISTH Pulse Podcast episode with pediatric hematologist Angela Weyand on raising awareness of bleeding disorders in women and girls and using social media as the "Shematologist" to share accurate, accessible health information.
ISTH SSC Subcommittee on Women's Health: Current Projects
ISTH SSC Subcommittee on Women's Health
An overview of current research projects led by the ISTH Scientific and Standardization Committee Subcommittee on Women's Health, with links to active studies on bleeding, thrombosis and hemostasis across every stage of a woman's life.
ISTH Pulse Podcast: Navigating VTE Risks: A Women's Health Perspective With Expert Beverley Hunt
ISTH Pulse Podcast
An ISTH Pulse Podcast episode in which hematologist Beverley Hunt explains how venous thromboembolism risk affects women at different life stages and what patients and clinicians should know about prevention and early recognition.
ISTH Pulse Podcast: Pregnancy, Post-Menopause and Poverty: The Lancet Haematology Commission on Global Female Health and Haematology
ISTH Pulse Podcast
An ISTH Pulse Podcast episode on The Lancet Haematology Commission on Global Female Health and Haematology, exploring how pregnancy, menopause and poverty shape access to bleeding and thrombosis care for women worldwide.
ISTH Pulse Podcast: Dr. Angela Weyand Talks Women's Health and Becoming Social Media's "Shematologist"
ISTH Pulse Podcast
An ISTH Pulse Podcast episode with pediatric hematologist Angela Weyand on raising awareness of bleeding disorders in women and girls and using social media as the "Shematologist" to share accurate, accessible health information.
Infographic: Improving the Care of Women With Haematological Disease Is Possible
The Lancet Haematology
A Lancet infographic highlighting gaps in care for women with bleeding and clotting disorders and outlining practical steps to improve diagnosis, treatment and outcomes for women with blood diseases around the world.
Female reproductive health: what the classical haematologist needs to know
The Lancet Haematology
A Lancet Haematology article outlining the key aspects of female reproductive health, from menstruation to pregnancy and menopause, that hematologists need to understand to deliver better care for women with blood disorders.
Contemporary menopausal hormone therapy and thrombotic disease: nationwide nested case-control study
The BMJ
A BMJ nationwide nested case-control study examining the link between contemporary menopausal hormone therapy and thrombotic disease, comparing blood clot risk across hormone therapy types and routes of administration.
Grupo CAHT Recommendations on Thrombophilia Testing, Anticoagulation and Contraception in Women of Reproductive Age
Grupo CAHT
Spanish-language recommendations from Grupo CAHT on hemostasis in women, covering thrombophilia testing, anticoagulation in women of reproductive age and thrombosis risk associated with newer contraceptives.
ISTH clinical guidance and guidelines for women's health
The ISTH produces evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and guidance documents that provide practical recommendations for managing thrombosis and hemostasis disorders across the reproductive lifespan.
Developed by multidisciplinary expert panels, these resources address clinically important topics in women's health and offer informed guidance where randomized controlled trial data may be limited.
Alongside its guidelines, the ISTH offers validated clinical tools to support real-world decision-making, including VTE risk assessment protocols, the ISTH Bleeding Assessment Tool (BAT) and the Pictorial Blood Assessment Chart (PBAC). Browse the full collection of women's health guidelines, guidance documents and clinical tools.
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Collaborative networks
Navigating women's health challenges in thrombosis and hemostasis often requires collaboration beyond your immediate practice.
The ISTH has curated a comprehensive network of global and regional societies, organizations and associations dedicated to advancing care in this specialized field.
Whether you're seeking expert consultation on complex cases, looking to expand your knowledge through professional development opportunities or connecting with colleagues who share your focus on women's health, these organizations provide the specialized expertise and community support essential to delivering optimal patient care.
Explore ISTH resources
The ISTH provides comprehensive educational resources and research publications to advance clinical practice in thrombosis and hemostasis.
Access curated women's health content, continuing education through the ISTH Academy, and peer-reviewed research from our flagship journals.
The ISTH Academy delivers continuing medical education through webinars, courses and expert content in thrombosis and hemostasis. Educational resources support healthcare professionals advancing clinical knowledge in bleeding and clotting disorders.
The Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis (JTH) publishes peer-reviewed research advancing diagnosis and treatment of bleeding and clotting. Original research, clinical investigations and guidelines shape global practice in thrombosis and hemostasis.
Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis (RPTH) is an open-access journal publishing peer-reviewed advances in bleeding and clotting. Global researchers and clinicians access the latest evidence-based research in thrombosis and hemostasis care.
Clinical resources from our collaborative partners
Finding reliable clinical information on women's bleeding and clotting disorders just got easier. The ISTH has partnered with leading organizations in thrombosis and hemostasis to bring healthcare professionals a curated collection of evidence-based resources on conditions including von Willebrand disease, venous thromboembolism, heavy menstrual bleeding and thrombophilia, all in one place. Explore the resources below to support accurate diagnosis, informed treatment decisions and better patient outcomes.
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