A case of acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura induced by acute severe hepatitis E: successfully treated by plasma exchange and rituximab

Abstract With its low morbidity and high mortality rates, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) has imposed a critical physical and economic burden on both society and individuals. Thrombocytopenia commonly occurs in severe liver failure, and a variety of hepatitis viruses are known to induce im...

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Main Authors: Yingwei Ou, Yifan Xu, Zhaowang Tan, Lingxiao Pang, Shengqin Li, Qian Li, Wenwei Cai, Yong Nan, Jianfeng Tu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-07-01
Series:Thrombosis Journal
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12959-023-00507-1