Symptomatic Form Of Hemophilia B In Female Carriers

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Symptomatic hemophilia B in female carriers is a form of hemophilia B (see this term) that manifests in some women with mutations in the F9 gene (Xq28), encoding coagulation factor IX.

Epidemiology

Prevalence is unknown but this form of hemophilia is very rare.

Clinical description

Symptoms include abnormal bleeding as a result of minor injuries, or following surgery or tooth extraction. Spontaneous hemorrhages may occur occasionally.

Genetic counseling

Transmission is X-linked recessive.