Anticoagulation in atrial fibrillation with factor X deficiency—A management dilemma. Issue 9 (22nd July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tan, Jian Liang; Loh, Kah Poh; Fortuna, Danielle; Ghaneie, Arezoo
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 6:Issue 9(2018)
• Page Start: 1781
• Page End: 1785
• Publication Date: 2018-07-22
• Subjects: anticoagulation -- apixaban -- atrial fibrillation -- factor X deficiency; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.1731
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Factor X (FX) deficiency is a rare bleeding disorder. There is currently no clear guideline or recommendation for the appropriate selection of anticoagulation and management of patients with FX deficiency who require anticoagulation. We shared our experience in managing such patient, and we further discussed other possible treatment options. Abstract : Factor X (FX) deficiency is a rare bleeding disorder. There is currently no clear guideline or recommendation for the appropriate selection of anticoagulation and management of patients with FX deficiency who require anticoagulation. We shared our experience in managing such patient, and we further discussed other possible treatment options.