Statistical Correlation of Liver Function Tests with Coagulation Factor Deficiencies in Laennec’s Cirrhosis

Abstract

Summary Hemorrhage is one of the most serious complications of chronic liver disease. Deficiency of plasma coagulation factors, thrombocytopenia, and increased vascular fragility have been reported in many patients with Laennec’s cirrhosis. Factors V, VII, IX, X and prothrombin were deficient in a majority of the 25 patients included in this study. Six tests of liver function and seven of plasma coagulation factors were evaluated, using the method of statistical regression analysis. The intercorrelation of tests in each group was evaluated as well as the correlation between liver function tests and plasma coagulation factors. Fibrinogen deficiency was not felt to play a significant role in hemorrhagic diathesis in our cases.