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Review
. 2017 Feb 28:5:26.
doi: 10.3389/fped.2017.00026. eCollection 2017.

Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism in Pediatric Patients

Lynn Malec  1 , Guy Young  2
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Review

Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism in Pediatric Patients

Lynn Malec et al. Front Pediatr. .

Abstract

Given the increased incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in pediatric patients, which has been associated with increased survival of medically complex patients and increased use of invasive supportive measures, it is important to understand treatment options and unique aspects of anticoagulant use in children. The objective of this mini-review is to outline the goals of treatment, treatment options, and adverse events associated with the use of anticoagulants in pediatric patients with VTE.

Keywords: anticoagulants; pediatrics; thromboembolism; treatment; venous thrombosis.

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