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Congenital vitamin K-dependent coagulation factor deficiency: a case report
Jina Bhattacharyya1, Pankhi Dutta, Pravas Mishra
1Department of Haematology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Summary
Congenital vitamin K-dependent coagulation factor deficiency is a rare bleeding disorder. This case showed a combined deficiency presenting with intracerebral bleeding and thrombosis, successfully treated with vitamin K and plasma.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Pediatric Medicine
- Genetics
Background:
- Congenital vitamin K-dependent coagulation factor deficiency is a rare inherited bleeding disorder.
- It typically manifests as intracerebral hemorrhage in early infancy, often with severe consequences.
Observation:
- A rare case of combined deficiency in vitamin K-dependent clotting factors was observed.
- The patient presented with both intracerebral bleeding and potential thrombotic events.
Findings:
- Treatment with vitamin K supplementation and fresh frozen plasma led to a positive clinical response.
- This indicates the efficacy of combined therapy in managing complex coagulation factor deficiencies.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering combined factor deficiencies in neonatal bleeding disorders.
- Suggests that timely diagnosis and combined therapeutic strategies can improve outcomes.
- Emphasizes the critical role of vitamin K in hemostasis and the management of related disorders.