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Claw toes correction and factor XIII deficiency--a case report
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital & Faculty of Medicine, Kuala, Lumpur.
The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|December 1, 1995
Summary
A young man with claw toes and Factor XIII deficiency underwent corrective surgery. Transfusions successfully prevented bleeding complications during and after the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hematology
Background:
- Factor XIII deficiency is a rare inherited bleeding disorder.
- Claw toe is a foot deformity that can cause pain and disability.
Observation:
- A 26-year-old male presented with concurrent claw toes and Factor XIII deficiency.
- Surgical correction of the foot deformity was indicated.
Findings:
- The patient underwent surgical correction for his claw toes.
- Prophylactic transfusion of plasma and blood products was administered pre-, intra-, and post-operatively.
- No hemorrhagic complications were observed during the perioperative period.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful surgical management of foot deformities in patients with bleeding disorders.
- Aggressive perioperative blood product management can mitigate risks associated with surgery in Factor XIII deficiency.
- Further research into optimal surgical strategies for patients with rare bleeding disorders is warranted.