Thrombocytopenia Flashcards
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what are the two types of thrombocytopenia we’re expected to know about?
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2
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what happens in immune thrombocytopenic purpura?
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3
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what four things can be done for immune thrombocytopenic purpura?
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4
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defining criteria for diagnosis of thrombocytopenia?
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platelet count < 150 × 109/L
mild = 100-150
moderate = 50–100
Severe = < 50
5
Q
what steroid can be used to treat both ITP and TTP?
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6
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what monoclonal antibody can be given to treat both ITP and TTP?
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7
Q
deficiency of which protein in the blood leads to thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura?
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8
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how does a deficiency in ADAMST13 lead to thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura?
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9
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management of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura? give three things
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