Spinal epidural hematoma in a hemophilic infant.
Am J Pediatr Hematol Oncol
; 15(1): 131-4, 1993 Feb.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-8447556
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Although intracranial hemorrhage remains a leading cause of death in hemophilia, spinal epidural hematoma is seen rarely. Decompressive laminectomy has a high associated morbidity, and recent reports have suggested that patients can be treated conservatively without surgical intervention. PATIENTS ANDMETHODS:
We present a case of spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma diagnosed by MRI scan in a 6-month-old hemophilic infant. Immediate treatment with factor VIII replacement was instituted.RESULTS:
There was rapid and complete clinical and radiographic resolution.CONCLUSION:
This case shows that selected hemophilic patients with spinal epidural hematoma can be spared surgical decompression by prompt medical attention.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Spinal Cord Compression
/
Hematoma, Epidural, Cranial
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Hemophilia A
Limits:
Humans
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Infant
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Am J Pediatr Hematol Oncol
Year:
1993
Document type:
Article