Symmetric Peripheral Gangrene (SPG) of Four Limbs in a Child with Sickle Cell Anemia
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 11
Abstract
Abstract: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common genetic disorder in the world, which has a varied clinical manifestations and severity.Vascular thrombosis leading to symmetrical peripheral gangrene is rare complication in patients with SCD. We report a 2year old boy with sickle cell anemia who developed symmetrical peripheral gangrene of four limbs following pneumococcal sepsis. Child was successfully managed with antibiotic and supportive care. The gangrenous part of extremities separated and healing follows gradually. Keywords:Symmetrical, Peripheral gangrene, Sickle cell anemia, Children.
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AbdullahiShehu Umar, Adamu Halima
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