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Prophylaxis is preventive treatment with regular clotting factor replacement to limit or prevent joint bleeding, progressive joint damage and other bleeds. The goal is to raise the factor VIII levels to within the range of mild or moderate hemophilia.
Prophylaxis is given intraveneously, either into the veins with a needle OR with a venous access device (port-a-cath), which requires a small operation to put in place.
Children with severe hemophilia and tendencies to bleed, before joint damage has occured.
The child is given injections by a family member at home. Sometimes, this can be done during regular visits to the hospital.
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