Objective. To determine the incidence, management, complications, and outcome in neonates with thrombotic events. Study Design. We performed a retrospective study of all neonates with thrombotic events admitted to our neonatal intensive care unit from January 2004 to July 2010. Results. Thrombotic events were identified in 32 of 4734 neonates (0.7%). Seven neonates were managed expectantly and 25 neonates received anticoagulant treatment. Complete resolution of the clot within 3 months of age was found in 68% (17/25) of the treated and in 86% (6/7) of the nontreated neonates. Major complications due to anticoagulant therapy occurred in 3/25 cases (12%) and included severe hemorrhage (n = 2) and abscess at the injection site (n = 1). Conclusion. Complete or partial clot resolution in neonatal thrombosis occurred in both the treated group and nontreated group. Randomized controlled trials are warranted to determine the optimal management in neonatal thrombosis.
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