The Kasabach-Merritt syndrome with pancreatic localization in a newborn infant
Pochard, J.; Brunelle, F.; Didier, F.; Hubert, C.
Archives Francaises de Pediatrie 46(6): 443-446
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-9764 PMID: 2783005 Document Number: 333477
The case of a neonate with a large pancreatic hemangioma belonging to the Kasabach-Merritt syndrome is reported. Selective embolization of one of the main vessels originating from the gastroduodenal artery resulted in a progressive increase of blood platelet levels and in a concomitant change in the hemangiomatous structure at ultrasound examination, as well as in a subsequent acceleration of somatic growth. At 8 months of age, there were no more clinical, radiological, ultrasonographic or biological signs of the hemangioma. This case report emphasizes the interest of embolization in the Kasabach-Merritt syndrome.