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Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria: Research Summary
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5 Most Recent Research Articles
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Complement-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia Triggered by Adenovirus Infection in a Pediatric Patient.
Fuller Gordon et al., Cureus (1 February 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41909291/
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Autoimmune hemolytic anemia due to biphasic Donath-Landsteiner hemolysin: a diagnostic challenge.
Castro Laura et al., Archivos argentinos de pediatria (1 October 2025)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40392013/
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Paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria with peculiar peripheral blood film finding.
Sharaf Shatha et al., Pathology (1 June 2025)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40090831/
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Increased incidence of autoimmune haemolytic anaemia with paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria features in paediatric cases in a changing viral environment post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Harju Tekla et al., British journal of haematology (1 June 2025)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40342099/
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Anemia hemolítica autoinmune por hemolisina bifásica de Donath-Landsteiner: un desafío diagnóstico
, Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria (16 May 2025)
https://doi.org/10.5546/aap.2024-10575
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Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria
Paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria is a rare autoimmune anaemia in which an antibody attaches to red blood cells in cooler parts of the body and destroys them when the blood warms again. It often follows a viral infection in children and causes dark urine, paleness and tiredness. Care includes keeping warm, treating the underlying infection and blood transfusion when needed.
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There is not much recent research on Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria, so this page includes research published since 2015. Most pages on RareWays start at 2020.
Most Recent Research
Paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria (PCH) is a rare form of complement-mediated hemolytic anemia in children. It is typically triggered by viral infections and mediated by Donath-Landsteiner antibodies, which induce intravascular hemolysis upon cold exposure. We reviewed the clinical course, laboratory findings, and management of a pediatric adenovirus-associated PCH to highlight diagnostic and therapeutic considerations. The eight-year-old previously healthy, unimmunized female patient presented with acute hemolytic anemia following a febrile viral illness. She developed jaundice and severe anemia with reticulocytosis, hyperbilirubinemia, and elevated lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). The direct antiglobulin test (DAT) was positive for complement (C3) but negative for immunoglobulin G (IgG). Blood bank evaluation revealed a positive Donath-Landsteiner antibody, confirming PCH. Treatment included normothermia, intravenous methylprednisolone, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), epoetin alfa, folic acid, and empiric azithromycin. The patient's clinical condition stabilized with gradual hematologic recovery and resolution of symptoms. This case identifies adenovirus as a potential trigger for PCH in children and emphasizes the importance of early recognition, laboratory confirmation, and supportive management.
Common Questions
What is Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria?
Paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria is a rare autoimmune anaemia in which an antibody attaches to red blood cells in cooler parts of the body and destroys them when the blood warms again. It often follows a viral infection in children and causes dark urine, paleness and tiredness. Care includes keeping warm, treating the underlying infection and blood transfusion when needed.
How many clinical trials are available for Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria?
No clinical trials are currently indexed for Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria. This may change as new trials are registered. Check back regularly or visit ClinicalTrials.gov directly.
Where does the research data for Paroxysmal Cold Haemoglobinuria come from?
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