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[Hemorrhagic diathesis in a 5-week-old infant with cystic fibrosis]
Z Domagała1, T Czapla, B Baranowska-Urbaniak
1Oddział Niemowlecy I Wojewódzkiego Specjalistycznego Szpitala Dzieciecego w Kielcach.
Pediatria Polska
|March 1, 1996
Insights
A 5-week-old infant experienced bleeding issues and anemia due to vitamin K deficiency. This deficiency stemmed from an underlying pancreatic insufficiency.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Hematology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Vitamin K deficiency is a critical factor in neonatal and infant bleeding disorders.
- Pancreatic insufficiency can impair nutrient absorption, including fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin K.
Observation:
- A 5-week-old infant presented with a significant haemorrhagic diathesis.
- The infant also exhibited secondary anaemia, indicating blood loss.
Findings:
- The primary cause of the haemorrhagic diathesis was identified as vitamin K deficiency.
- This vitamin K deficiency was directly linked to intrasecretory pancreatic insufficiency.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering pancreatic function in cases of unexplained bleeding in infants.
- Underscores the need for early diagnosis and management of pancreatic insufficiency to prevent vitamin K deficiency and related complications.
- Suggests that screening for pancreatic exocrine function may be beneficial in infants with persistent bleeding issues.
Abstract:
Haemorrhagic diathesis with secondary anaemia was diagnosed in a 5-week-old infant. The reason for the haemorrhagic diathesis was vitamin K deficiency caused by intrasecretory pancreatic insufficiency.