Postthrombotic Syndrome in Children Under 18 Following Deep Vein Thrombosis

Clinical Scenario

This protocol covers postthrombotic syndrome (PTS) arising in patients under 18 years of age as a consequence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Pediatric PTS following DVT is a recognised complication, yet the age-specific evidence base remains limited.

Management Approach

Symptomatic management in this population draws on established adult PTS guidelines, applied with appropriate consideration for the pediatric patient. Involvement of a pediatrician with specialist expertise in thromboembolism is recommended where available.

The complete structured regimen — including intervention sequencing, monitoring criteria, and specialist referral thresholds — is available in the full protocol.

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References

DOI: 10.1007/s11239-015-1312-5

At present, we suggest that symptomatic management of PTS in children should generally follow adult guidelines, and that where possible, pediatricians with expertise in thromboembolism should manage pediatric patients with DVT.

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