A case report of neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenic purpura: the importance of correct diagnosis for future pregnancies

A case report of neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenic purpura: the importance of correct diagnosis for future pregnancies

CONTEXT: Neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenic purpura (NAITP) is a neonatal disorder characterized by maternal alloimmunization against fetal platelet antigens inherited from the father. Intracranial hemorrhage leading to death or permanent neurological disability may occur in the fetus. CASE REPORT...

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Main Authors: Rita Fontão-Wendel, Silvano Wendel, Vicente Odone, Jorge David Carneiro, Leandra Silva, Eduardo Isfer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Associação Paulista de Medicina
Series:São Paulo Medical Journal
Subjects:
Platelet antibody
Alloimmunization
Thrombocytopenia
Immunoglobulin
Human platelet antigens
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