Abstract
Acquired hemophilia A is a rare condition characterized by the development of autoantibodies against coagulation factor VIII. It often initially presents as serious bleeding in the absence of risk factors and carries high morbidity and mortality if not diagnosed early. Due to its rare nature, data is limited, and guidelines are primarily based on expert opinion. Here we present a case of an elderly patient with severe gastrointestinal bleeding found to have activated partial thromboplastin times, plasma mixing studies, and coagulation factor activity levels consistent with acquired hemophilia A. We hope to bring awareness of this rare disease and promote its consideration in the differential of unexpected bleeding to improve safety outcomes.
Recommended Citation
Niazi, Bilal; Millhouse, Paul; Jarri, Amer; Al-Awwa, Ahmad; Gupta, Bhavna; and Perrella, Benjamin
(2024)
"A Rare Case of Acquired Factor VIII Inhibition in an Elderly Female,"
Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives: Vol. 14:
Iss.
2, Article 20.
DOI: 10.55729/2000-9666.1224
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.gbmc.org/jchimp/vol14/iss2/20
