Unexpected Diagnosis in an Adolescent With Bruises and Ecchymosis Celiac Disease

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Er A., Caglar A., Kuyum P., Akgul F., Ulusoy E., Citlenbik H., ...More

PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY CARE, vol.37, no.2, 2021 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 37 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2021
  • Doi Number: 10.1097/pec.0000000000001597
  • Journal Name: PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY CARE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE
  • Keywords: celiac disease, ecchymosis, vitamin K deficiency
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Acquired coagulopathy is a rare but challenging diagnosis for pediatric emergency physicians. Although the coagulopathy usually presents with mild skin and mucosal hemorrhages, it also can lead to life-threatening events. Thus, accurate interpretation of hints obtained from a detailed history, physical examination, and laboratory findings is essential for the prompt diagnosis and management. This case demonstrates an uncommon cause of coagulopathy; celiac disease that presented with spontaneous bruises and ecchymosis in an adolescent.