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These studies suggest that signs of vitamin K deficiency include prolonged bleeding, easy bruising, suboptimal vitamin K status, and impaired bone mineralization.
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Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone health. Deficiency in vitamin K can lead to various health issues, particularly related to bleeding and bone deformities. This synthesis aims to present the key signs and symptoms of vitamin K deficiency based on multiple research papers.
Prolonged Prothrombin Time and Bleeding:
Hemorrhagic Disease in Infants:
Subclinical Deficiency in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Patients:
Neurological Abnormalities and Purpura in Infants:
Compartment Syndrome and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT):
Bone Deformities and Poor Mineralization:
Vitamin K deficiency primarily presents with bleeding disorders, prolonged prothrombin time, and hemorrhagic disease in infants. Subclinical deficiency is common in CKD patients, leading to vascular issues. In severe cases, it can cause neurological abnormalities, compartment syndrome, and bone deformities. Early recognition and prophylactic treatment with vitamin K are crucial to prevent these complications.
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