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A rare complication of infantile hemangioma: Kasabach–Merritt phenomenon.
- Source :
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Journal of Surgical Case Reports . Nov2024, Vol. 2024 Issue 11, p1-4. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Infantile hemangiomas are the most common type of vascular tumors, affecting ~5% of infants within the first weeks of life. In rare instances, these tumors can lead to Kasabach–Merritt phenomenon (KMP), a life-threatening consumptive coagulopathy characterized by thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, and hypofibrinogenemia. In the present case, a 20-month-old patient is diagnosed with KMP. This case report highlights the challenges in diagnosis and management, reinforcing the importance of multidisciplinary approach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20428812
- Volume :
- 2024
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Surgical Case Reports
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 181971642
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae721