VonWillebrand type 3: This is severe von willebrand disease. These people may have a total absence of von willebrand factor, and factor viii levels are often less than 10%. Usually inherited in recessive manner (one affected gene from each parent who may not have symptoms). It is essential to see a pediatric hematologist for this disease.
Answered 12/17/2012
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