Transient Ischemic Attack in a Child With Severe Iron Deficiency Anaemia and Thrombocytopenia: Case Report

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This case report aims to explore the possible association between iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and transient ischemic attack (TIA) in a pediatric patient.
Case report of a child presenting with TIA and severe IDA and thrombocytopenia.
Early neuroimaging conducted to assess neurological status.
Haematologic correction implemented to augment recovery.
Timely recognition and treatment led to complete recovery of the child.
Neuroimaging did not show thrombocytosis despite concurrent iron deficiency.
Consideration of IDA in children with acute neurological deficits can prevent inappropriate treatments.

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Case report reveals potential association of iron deficiency anaemia with transient ischemic attack in children, suggesting the need for awareness.

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Abouelkhel et al. (2026) studied this question.

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