Inpatient Characteristics and Outcomes of Venous Thromboembolism Among Children and Adolescents
By
Sabrina Friebe
Dierk Scheinert
Esra Tokur Sonuvar
Toralf Kirsten
Eva Freisinger
June 9, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Characteristics and Outcomes of Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Pediatric Patients
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) including Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Key Mechanisms Target Population Care Setting
Key Highlights
Add statistics on in-hospital mortality rates and complications. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Anticoagulation and thrombolysis are primary management strategies. Refer to specific guidelines. Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Inpatients under 20 years with VTE
Treatment often relies on off-label use due to lack of pediatric-specific studies.
Clinical Best Practices
Include specific roles in the multidisciplinary approach for management decisions. Related Resources & Content
