2016
DOI: 10.1182/blood.v128.22.3811.3811
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Infections Are Associated with Higher Risk of Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Children with Nephrotic Syndrome

Abstract: Introduction: Although it is known that children with nephrotic syndrome (NS) are at greater risk for certain complications, the frequency of these complications and predisposing risk factors are poorly defined. In particular, nephrotic syndrome has long been considered a hypercoagulable state. Risk for development of venous thromboembolism (VTE) is known to be increased in the setting of an active infection. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of infection and VTE among a cohort of hos… Show more

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