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Lower-extremity venous ultrasound - past, present and future

Rachelle Goldfisher1

  • 1Department of Radiology, Hofstra-Northwell School of Medicine, 270-05 76th Ave., New Hyde Park, NY, 11040, USA. rgoldfishe@northwell.edu.

Pediatric Radiology
|August 6, 2017
PubMed

Insights

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a growing concern in children, with ultrasound increasingly used for diagnosis. This review covers DVT in pediatric lower extremities, including causes, risks, and treatment debates.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Vascular Ultrasound
  • Pediatric Thrombosis

Background:

  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) presents a significant clinical challenge in pediatric patients.
  • Increased awareness has led to more frequent use of sonography for evaluating extremity thrombosis in children.
  • Understanding DVT's specific aspects in pediatrics is crucial for timely diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology, background, and morbidity of lower extremity deep vein thrombosis in children.
  • To discuss current ultrasound guidelines and techniques for pediatric DVT evaluation.
  • To explore the ongoing controversies regarding the treatment of pediatric deep vein thrombosis.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on pediatric deep vein thrombosis.
  • Analysis of current diagnostic ultrasound protocols and techniques.
  • Synthesis of information on pediatric DVT pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Deep vein thrombosis is a recognized clinical issue in the pediatric population.
  • Sonography is a primary imaging modality for diagnosing DVT in pediatric extremities.
  • The review highlights the complexities of DVT in children, including treatment considerations.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric deep vein thrombosis requires careful evaluation and management.
  • Standardized ultrasound techniques are essential for accurate diagnosis.
  • Further research and consensus are needed to address treatment controversies in pediatric DVT.

Keywords:
CalfChildrenDeep venous thrombosisDopplerThrombosisUltrasoundVeins

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