The outcome is expected to be good even without treatment. The disorder is not sex-linked as is hemophilia. It affects both males and females with equal frequency. It is an autosomal recessive disorder, which means if the clotting defect is inherited from a parent, the child will be a genetic carrier of the condition, but may or may not have symptoms. Because hemorrhaging and excessive bleeding are not associated with the deficiency, treatment is generally unnecessary.
Complications There are usually no complications.
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