Disorder - Vitamin K-dependent blood coagulation factors deficiency

Organ Systems Involved
Cardiovascular

Alternative disorders described within LIDA

Factor X deficiency; Factor XI deficiency

Presenting Signs

Cats with this condition have an inherited disorder of the vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors required to help blood clot. Affected cats have a tendency to bleed for prolonged times after minor trauma or procedures such as blood collection. Clinical signs include bruising, lethargy, weakness, pale gums, blood in the urine or sudden death. if bleeding occurs into the chest cavity, the cat may have trouble breathing.

Breeds Affected
Devon Rex


Treatment

Medical: blood transfusion may be required. Long term therapy with vitamin K is necessary.

PubMed References
Vitamin K-dependent blood coagulation factors deficiency

Contributor
Louise Baskind