Effective use of fibrinogen concentrate in a pediatric splenic injury requiring transcatheter arterial embolization.

Correction of coagulation is a crucial aspect of trauma care. While there are reports highlighting the effectiveness of fibrinogen concentrate in severe trauma cases with coagulopathic complications, literature on its use in pediatric cases remains limited. This paper discusses the case of a 5-year-old male presenting with a splenic injury and associated coagulopathy. We administered fibrinogen concentrate to enhance his coagulability prior to performing transcatheter arterial embolization utilizing gelatin sponges, aiming for optimal hemostasis. Post-administration, the patient's fibrinogen levels improved significantly, leading to successful hemostasis and a positive clinical outcome.
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