Fast Five Quiz: Immune Thrombocytopenia Complications
Purpura is a significant symptom of immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) and is associated with a number of complications beyond bleeding. Understanding these complications is critical as many persist even after platelet counts normalize or remission is achieved. Additionally, treatment strategies such as splenectomy or thrombopoietin receptor agonists carry their own long-term risks, making careful monitoring and management essential.
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