Hemostatic Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What is the major regulator of platelet production?
A
Thrombopoitein
2
Q
What is Henoch-schönlein purpura?
A
A lesion found on the ass and extensor surfaces of the arm. Often follows an acute infection
3
Q
What are the types of ITP
A
acute in children, chronic in adults, especially women
4
Q
Diagnosis of ITP
A
Purpura, Petechea, mucosal bleeding. Liver or spleen of enlargement suggests not ITP
5
Q
Essentials of ITP diagnosis
A
Isolated thrombocytopenia
6
Q
First line ITP treatment:
A
IVIG, ANTI-D, (corticosteroids primarily)
7
Q
Second line ITP treatment
A
Rituximab
