Platelet-type von Willebrand disease (VWDP), also known as pseudo-von Willebrand disease, is an autosomal dominant bleeding disorder characterized by abnormally enhanced binding of von Willebrand factor by the platelet glycoprotein Ib (GP Ib) receptor complex. Hemostatic function is impaired due to the removal of VWF multimers from the circulation (Murata et al., 1993).
Miller (1996) gave a comprehensive review of the disorder. [from
OMIM]