Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura as a cause of thrombocytopenia in pregnancy: literature review.
Thrombocytopenia complicating pregnancy occurs with four major nonmalignant conditions found in the reproductive age group: thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, hemolytic uremic syndrome, pregnancy-induced hypertension, and immune thrombocytopenic purpura. A case of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura occurring in a pregnant patient is presented, along with a review of the literature.
Pinette
M G
MG
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington 06032.
Vintzileos
A M
AM
Ingardia
C J
CJ
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011250:Pregnancy Complications, Hematologic / Q000209:etiology*; D011697:Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D013921:Thrombocytopenia / Q000209:etiology*