The incidence and characteristics of venous thromboembolisms in paediatric-onset inflammatory bowel disease; a prospective international cohort study based on the PIBD-SETQuality Safety Registry.

Martine A AardoomRenz C W KlombergPolychronis KemosFrank M RuemmeleHeleen van OmmenLissy de RidderNicholas M Croft

Published in: Journal of Crohn's & colitis (2021)

There is an increased risk of VTE in the PIBD population compared to the general paediatric population. Awareness of VTE occurrence and prevention should be extended to all PIBD patients with active disease, especially those hospitalized.

Keyphrases

venous thromboembolism
intensive care unit
emergency department
risk assessment
risk factors
ulcerative colitis