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Hereditary vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors deficiency

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Link to WHO Definition

Hereditary vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors deficiency – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1818851075

A disease caused by genetically inherited mutations. This disease is characterised by low levels of vitamin K in the body leading to abnormalities in coagulation of the blood. This disease may present with prolonged bleeding and haemorrhaging. Confirmation is by identification of mutations through genetic testing.