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Trauma-Induced Coagulopathy in Children

Amelia C Lucisano1, Christine M Leeper1, Barbara A Gaines2

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Seminars in Thrombosis and Hemostasis
|March 12, 2020
PubMed

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Trauma-induced coagulopathy (TIC) affects injured children, with unique pediatric hemostasis factors influencing risk. Specific groups, like those with traumatic brain injury or abuse, require special attention for effective resuscitation and VTE prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Hematology
  • Trauma Medicine
  • Hemostasis and Thrombosis

Background:

  • Trauma-induced coagulopathy (TIC) is recognized in pediatric patients.
  • Pediatric hemostasis is dynamic and incompletely understood, influencing TIC development.
  • Certain pediatric populations face elevated risks for TIC.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the unique aspects of pediatric hemostasis impacting trauma-induced coagulopathy.
  • To identify high-risk pediatric subgroups for TIC.
  • To discuss considerations for pediatric trauma resuscitation and venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on pediatric trauma, hemostasis, and coagulopathy.
  • Analysis of risk factors specific to pediatric populations.
  • Synthesis of current knowledge on pediatric trauma resuscitation and VTE.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric hemostasis differs from adults, affecting TIC susceptibility.
  • Traumatic brain injury and child abuse are significant risk factors for pediatric TIC.
  • While overall VTE is lower in children, high-risk groups exist.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding pediatric hemostasis is crucial for managing TIC.
  • Targeted resuscitation strategies and VTE prophylaxis are needed for at-risk pediatric trauma patients.
  • Further research is necessary to optimize pediatric trauma care.

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