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2mo, 2.8 kg baby with genetic disease needed always mechanical ventilation, is there a need for dvt prophylaxis and what are the criteria for children dvt prophylaxis?
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In pediatric patients, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) prophylaxis is not as routine as in adults and is usually considered only in high-risk cases due to the overall lower incidence of VTE (venous thromboembolism) in children and higher bleeding risk.
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you should assess:
- Does this baby have a central venous catheter?
- Is the baby severely septic or with multiorgan dysfunction?
- Any history of thrombosis or family history?
If yes to multiple factors, low-dose LMWH may be cautiously considered with hematology consultation.
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Risk Factors That May Justify DVT Prophylaxis in Pediatrics:
- Central venous catheter (CVC) Especially femoral or jugular lines—biggest risk factor
- Mechanical ventilation Prolonged ventilation is a moderate risk, especially in critically ill
- Genetic or acquired thrombophilia e.g. Protein C/S deficiency
- Severe infection or sepsis Elevates inflammatory state and clotting
- Congenital heart disease Especially post-surgical patients
- Prolonged immobility May contribute in older infants or those sedated for long
- Personal/family history of VTE Increases risk
- Dehydration or polycythemia Increased viscosity of blood
- Obesity (in older children) Not relevant here
- Malignancy Rare in this age but high risk if present
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