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Kasabach-Merritt syndrome with profound platelet support

J D Henley1, C F Danielson, S S Rothenberger

  • 1Department of Pathology, Indiana University Medical Center, School of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202-5283.

American Journal of Clinical Pathology
|May 1, 1993
PubMed
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Kasabach-Merritt Syndrome involves severe thrombocytopenia (low platelets) in infants with giant hemangiomas. This case highlights extreme platelet transfusion needs in a prolonged, life-threatening infant case.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Hematology
  • Vascular Anomalies

Background:

  • Kasabach-Merritt Syndrome (KMS) is a rare condition characterized by severe thrombocytopenia associated with infantile hemangiomas.
  • The associated thrombocytopenia can lead to significant morbidity and mortality due to bleeding complications.