ITP Flashcards
1
Q
In ITP antibodies are directed against ?
A
glycoprotein IIb/IIIa or Ib-V-IX complex
2
Q
X
A
3
Q
X
A
4
Q
Presentation of ITP?
A
petechiae, purpura
bleeding (e.g. epistaxis)
catastrophic bleeding (e.g. intracranial) is not a common presentation
5
Q
Diagnosis of ITP
A
Isolated thrombocytopenia
6
Q
Management of ITP
A
Prednisolone
pooled normal human immunoglobulin (IVIG)
