A Novel Protein C Mutation Causing Neonatal Purpura Fulminans.
Indian Pediatr
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2016 Nov; 53(11): 1019-1021
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Neonatal purpura fulminans due to congenital protein C deficiency is a rare disorder. Case characteristics A four-day-old neonate presented with multiple necrotic skin lesions with abnormal coagulation profile. Intervention andoutcome:
Skin lesions responded to repeated plasma transfusions but the neonate developed bilateral retinal detachment. A novel homozygous PROC gene mutation was noted in the neonate. Message Molecular diagnosis and prenatal counseling in neonatal purpura fulminans are vital considering the poor outcome.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian Pediatr
Year:
2016
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