The prognostic value of factor XIIi in Schönlein-Henoch purpura in childhood
Dalens, B.; Bezou, M.J.; Goumy, P.; Déméocq, F.; Menut, G.
Archives Francaises de Pediatrie 37(2): 99-101
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-9764 PMID: 7396652 Document Number: 160643
In a prospective study of 19 cases of Schönlein-Henoch purpura, the factor XIII level was compared with 32 normal controls. The study demonstrates that factor XIII levels are of value both in making the diagnosis of Schönlein-Henoch purpura and predicting the outcome. If the factor XIII level is greater than 80% the diagnosis of Schönlein-Henoch purpura is unlikely and if factor XIII level is less than 60% of normal, the risk of complications is high.