| Pulmonary thromboembolism associated with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. | |
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PMID: 16166386 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by unilateral limb overgrowth, venous varicosities, and capillary malformations (port wine stains) of the affected limb or limbs. Large venous malformations such as those observed in KTS are rare, and many physicians are unfamiliar with the potential complications, which include hypercoagulability, thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism (PE). As a result, patients may suffer from delayed diagnosis of a potentially life-threatening thromboembolic event. We present 2 cases of children with KTS complicated by PE, and we review the English-language literature regarding pathophysiologic features, interventions, and outcomes of PE in the setting of KTS among both pediatric and adult patients, with emphasis on issues relevant to pediatricians. |
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Authors:
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Erin E Huiras; Cheryl J Barnes; Lawrence F Eichenfield; Andrew N Pelech; Beth A Drolet |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article Date: 2005-09-15 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Pediatrics Volume: 116 ISSN: 1098-4275 ISO Abbreviation: Pediatrics Publication Date: 2005 Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2005-10-03 Completed Date: 2005-12-28 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0376422 Medline TA: Pediatrics Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: e596-600 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Pediatric Dermatology, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. |
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Acute Disease Adolescent Child Humans Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber Syndrome / complications* Leg Male Pulmonary Embolism / complications* Venous Thrombosis / complications |
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