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Hämophilie B · Factor IX deficiency · Faktor-IX-Mangel · Christmas disease · Canine Hemophilia B · Bluterkrankheit · F9-Mangel · F9 deficiency
Haemophilia B is a severe, X-linked genetic bleeding disorder affecting the blood circulatory system. It is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor IX, which is a specific protein necessary for blood to clot properly. Without enough of this protein, the normal clotting process fails, leading to prolonged or uncontrolled bleeding.
Symptoms typically appear during puppyhood. Owners may notice spontaneous bruising, bleeding gums, prolonged bleeding from minor injuries, or painful joint swelling caused by internal bleeding.
The condition is incurable and requires lifelong management, including emergency blood or plasma transfusions to control bleeding. These supportive treatments are costly, with lifetime veterinary expenses typically ranging from 2,000 to 12,000 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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