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This case report discusses the management of an 8-week-old male infant with homozygous protein C deficiency who presented with bilateral vitreous hemorrhage and tractional retinal detachment. The infant underwent successful laser photocoagulation and lens-sparing vitrectomy, resulting in improved retinal outcomes. The report emphasizes the importance of early recognition and intervention in congenital protein C deficiency, as ocular symptoms may precede systemic manifestations.

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dleon0748

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