Severe Factor X Deficiency Presenting as Febrile Seizure in an Infant

We present the case of an infant with factor X deficiency who presented with complex febrile seizure. Although febrile seizures are very common in children, a closer scrutiny leads to neuroimaging and finding of intracranial bleed. Hematologic and genetic investigations confirmed the diagnosis. A high index of suspicion should be maintained to diagnose uncommon bleeding disorders in children.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Hematology Oncology - Category: Hematology Tags: Online Articles: Clinical and Laboratory Observations Source Type: research