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Thromboembolism in children

Ulrike Nowak-Göttl1, Andrea Kosch, Nicole Schlegel

  • 1Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, University of Münster, Germany. leagottl@uni-muenster.de

Current Opinion in Hematology
|August 13, 2002
PubMed

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Pediatric thromboembolism risk rises with acquired and inherited prothrombotic factors. Screening for gene mutations and deficiencies aids diagnosis and management, adapting adult treatment protocols for children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Hematology
  • Thrombosis and Hemostasis
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Acquired and inherited prothrombotic risk factors are significant contributors to pediatric thrombosis.
  • Understanding these factors is crucial for effective diagnosis and management in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current literature on prothrombotic risk factors, diagnostic imaging, and treatment for pediatric thromboembolism.
  • To highlight key genetic mutations and deficiencies relevant to pediatric thrombophilia.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pediatric reports and new data (January 2001-February 2002).
  • Focus on imaging modalities for thromboembolism confirmation.
  • Analysis of genetic screening protocols for common and rare thrombophilias.

Main Results:

  • Common gene mutations (factor V G1691A, prothrombin G20210A, MTHFR C677T) and rare deficiencies (protein C, S, antithrombin, plasminogen) are key targets.
  • Emerging genetic factors include lipoprotein(a), homocysteine, fibrinogen, and coagulation factors.
  • Interpretation requires age-dependent ranges and ethnic considerations.

Conclusions:

  • Screening pediatric patients with confirmed thromboembolism for genetic risk factors is recommended.
  • Treatment protocols for pediatric acute thromboembolism are largely based on adult guidelines.
  • Further research may refine pediatric-specific diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

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