Congenital factor XIII deficiency: two case reports.
Two patients with factor XIII deficiency, presenting with bleeding disorder since birth, are reported. The condition is rare and is likely to be missed unless clot solubility in 5 M urea is performed as a screening test in all patients with bleeding disorders. A correct diagnosis is essential as prophylactic management is practicable in this disorder.
Pati
H P
HP
Department of Haematology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
Choudhry
V P
VP
Arya
L S
LS
Saraya
A K
AK
D000328:Adult; D001780:Blood Coagulation Tests; D002648:Child; D005177:Factor XIII Deficiency / Q000151:congenital / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male