Acquired purpura fulminans
MONDO:0018854A life-threatening, rapidly progressive thrombotic disorder affecting mainly neonates and children that is characterized by purpuric skin lesions and disseminated intravascular coagulation. PF may progress rapidly to multi-organ failure caused by thrombotic occlusion of small and medium-sized blood vessels. There are two forms of PF that are classified according to triggering mechanisms: acute infectious (the most common form), and idiopathic PF.
Also known as: acquired PF, acquired purpura fulminans
14 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Acquired purpura fulminans itself.
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Could a clotting booster cut blood loss in ICU patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a drug called Wilate (a von Willebrand factor concentrate) to standard platelet transfusions can reduce bleeding and the need for more blood products in intensive care patients. About 120 adults who need platelets during or after surgery will be…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Hormonal showdown: which treatment tames heavy periods in bleeding disorders?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 teens and young adults (ages 10-24) with inherited bleeding disorders who choose either a levonorgestrel IUD or norethindrone acetate pills for heavy menstrual bleeding. Researchers will track bleeding patterns, satisfaction, and quality of life over six mo…
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Radioactive tracer lights up blood clots on scans
Diagnosis Recruiting nowResearchers are testing a radioactive tracer called 18F/68Ga-GP1 that binds to a protein found on blood clots. Adults with suspected, newly diagnosed, or previously treated thrombi receive one intravenous injection and then undergo PET/CT or MRI imaging. The study measures how mu…
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unravel mysteries of blood clots and vessel disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how diseases related to blood clots, the immune system, and blood vessels start and change over time. Researchers will enroll up to 1,000 people aged 5 and older, including those with these conditions, their healthy relatives, and healthy volun…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can hormones tame heavy periods in teens with bleeding disorders? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 163 teens and young adults with heavy menstrual bleeding, some with a bleeding disorder and some without, to see how well hormonal treatments like the pill, patch, or IUD work. Researchers will measure blood loss, quality of life, and iron levels over time. The…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Massive blood disorder registry aims to transform care
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that collects health information from up to 200,000 people with blood disorders such as hemophilia, thrombosis, and sickle cell disease. Participants are seen at Hemophilia Treatment Centers across the U.S. The goal is to gather real-world data to h…
Sponsor: American Thrombosis and Hemostasis Network • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New registry aims to uncover dengue risks for bleeding disorder patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry to collect data on dengue infections in people with congenital bleeding disorders like hemophilia. Dengue can cause serious bleeding, and those with bleeding disorders may face higher risks. The goal is to understand bleeding complications, treatment…
Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Could low serotonin in blood platelets be a hidden cause of bleeding?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 50 adults with unexplained bleeding to see if low serotonin levels in their platelets are linked to their symptoms. Researchers will use a standard bleeding questionnaire to measure bleeding severity. The goal is to better understand how serotonin deficiencies…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC