Table 1. Key Differences Between Hemophilia C and Hemophilia A and B |
Key Characteristic | Difference Between Hemophilia C and Hemophilia A & B |
Incidence | - Hemophilia C is more common among persons of Ashkenazi (European) Jewish descent.1,2
- Hemophilia A and B affect all racial and ethnic groups equally.
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Bleeding tendency | - The frequency of bleeding with hemophilia C is not determined by the patient’s factor level or severity of the deficiency.
- Hemophilia C affects men and women equally.
- In hemophilia C, unpredictable (or inconsistent) bleeding patterns can complicate management.
- Individuals with hemophilia C are not likely to bleed spontaneously (or without known injury); bleeding tends to occur after trauma or surgery.
- Unlike hemophilia A and B, hemophilia C is not commonly associated with bleeding into joints and muscles.
- Physical signs of the disorder (e.g., bruising) are rare.
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Cause | - Hemophilia C is primarily an inherited autosomal disorder
- Unlike hemophilia A and hemophilia B, it is not linked to the X chromosome and affects both genders equally
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Treatment | - Individuals with hemophilia C do not require treatment or prophylactic (preventive) therapy for daily activities.
- Replacement therapy is required for dental extractions and surgery
- Treatment options depend on the type of procedure.
- Individuals with hemophilia C may experience milder symptoms than those living with hemophilia A or B, but they still require effective treatment to achieve optimal outcomes after surgeries or injuries
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Source :
http://www.ihtc.org/medical-professionals/blood-disorders/bleeding-disorders/hemophilia-c/
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