Factor VII Deficiency in Pregnancy and Labour: A Case Report

Abstract

Factor VII deficiency is a rare inherited coagulation disorder. Less than 200 cases of true Factor VII deficiency have been reported. Morbidity and mortality rates vary with the severity of Factor VII deficiency. Severe factor VII deficiencies with levels <1%, result in bleeding disorders similar to severe Haemophilia. Factor VII levels are seen to increase in normal pregnancy and this increase is noted in women with heterozygous Factor VII deficiency.