Abstract

Combined factor V and VIII deficiency is a rare inherited autosomal recessive single gene disorder commonly seen in the Middle East. Although the factor levels are between 5-30%, several authors have reported that these patients are more prone to bleeding compared to those having an isolated factor deficiency with the same levels. We report an eight-year-old boy with factor V and VIII deficiency who underwent a successful circumcision using desmopressin (DDAVP).

How to cite

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Devecioğlu O, Eryilmaz E, Celik D, et al. Circumcision in a combined factor V and factor VIII deficiency using desmopressin (DDAVP). Turk J Pediatr 2002; 44: 146-147.