Wednesday 1 February 2017

Key Differences Between Hemophilia C and Hemophilia A and B



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.
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.
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
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

Source :
http://www.ihtc.org/medical-professionals/blood-disorders/bleeding-disorders/hemophilia-c/

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