title: Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura: a case presenting with acute ischemic colitis.
abstract: Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) consists of the pentad of thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, fever, neurologic abnormalities, and renal disease. We present a case report of acute TTP following a bout of ischemic colitis. This report reminds the clinician that ischemic colitis can be an atypical presentation of TTP. The prompt recognition and treatment of this disease process resulted in a good prognosis for our patient.
authors.affiliation: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, MVHG Suite 6250 30 E. Apple Street, Dayton, OH 45409, USA.
authors.forename: Joseph R H
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: See
authors.forename: Tarek
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Sabagh
authors.forename: Christopher J
authors.initials: CJ
authors.lastname: Barde