Primary Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) and ITP Associated with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Review of Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Modalities
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an immune-mediated disorder characterized by the destruction of platelets and megakaryocytes due to autoantibodies against the platelet surface proteins. ITP without any apparent cause of thrombocytopenia is defined as primary ITP, and ITP in the setting of S...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2024-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Rheumatology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/6650921 |