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A rare complication of infantile hemangioma: Kasabach–Merritt phenomenon.

Authors :
Caravantes, Ricardo A
Toralla, José Manuel
Saenz, Daniela
Source :
Journal of Surgical Case Reports. Nov2024, Vol. 2024 Issue 11, p1-4. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

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