Budd-Chiari syndrome
ICD-10 I82.0 · ICD-11 DB98.5

Treatment of Primary Budd-Chiari Syndrome in Children

Primary Budd-Chiari syndrome in the paediatric population is a rare and clinically challenging scenario. Very little data are available to guide management in children, making structured, evidence-aligned guidance especially important in this setting.

Clinical scenario

This protocol is specifically designed for children with primary Budd-Chiari syndrome. The scarcity of paediatric-specific evidence highlights the value of applying consistent, evidence-based management in this age group.

First-line approach

Current evidence supports an endovascular approach as the first-line intervention in children with primary Budd-Chiari syndrome. The complete structured regimen — including sequencing and post-procedure management — is available via the link below.

Instant Access to Structured Evidence-Based Regimens

References

DOI: 10.1016/j.jhep.2025.08.001

Very little data are available to guide the management of BCS in children.

Endovascular management is suggested as the first-line therapy in children, combined with post-procedure anticoagulation to prevent recurrence.

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