Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Factor IX deficiency causing bleeding in British shorthair cats
By Maggio-Price, L & Dodds, W J·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1993·Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Factor IX deficiency (hemophilia B) in a family of British shorthair cats.
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Plain-English summary
A British shorthair cat was found to have hemophilia B, a genetic bleeding disorder that can cause excessive bleeding after surgery or injury. Owners should be aware of symptoms like bleeding episodes, lameness that comes and goes, or lumps under the skin (hematomas) that may indicate this condition. The report highlights how this disorder can be passed down in certain cat breeds, especially those that are inbred. If your cat shows any of these signs, it's important to consult your veterinarian for proper diagnosis and management.
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Abstract
This report describes the clinical findings of a British shorthair cat with hemophilia B, the family pedigree surrounding the case, and how this disorder can be perpetuated in rare breeds of cats that may be inbred by necessity. Young cats with histories of bleeding episodes following elective or other surgical procedures, periodic shifting lamenesses, or the development of subcutaneous hematomas should be suspect for an inherited coagulation disorder. Hemophilia A (factor VIII deficiency) or hemophilia B (factor IX deficiency) are the most likely causes, although other inherited bleeding disorders also have been recognized in cats.
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