The distinct etiology and imaging features of pediatric pulmonary embolism: dominance of Mycoplasma pneumoniae-associated in-situ thrombosis and severity risk stratification

Key Points

• Pulmonary embolism in children shows significant association with Mycoplasma pneumoniae, indicating a distinct etiology.
• Imaging features highlight the prevalence of in-situ thrombosis in cases attributed to Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
• Assessment of risk factors through comprehensive imaging enhances severity stratification in pediatric patients.
• Identifying unique features in imaging may lead to improved diagnostic protocols for pediatric pulmonary embolism.