An unusual case of acute postpartum bleeding in a mother and her newborn

Acquired hemophilia A (AHA) is a rare autoimmune disease due to acquired IgG1-4 autoantibodies against coagulation factor VIII (FVIII). This causes patients, who have negative family and personal histories, to present with a sudden onset of heavy bleeding.1 –3 Although rare, the presence of antibodies against factors V and IX is possible.4

Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - April 1, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Patrizia Tessiatore, Riccardo Guan à, Salvatore Garofalo, Riccardo Lemini, Valentina Marchese, Berardino Pollio, Fabrizio Gennari Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research