Thrombotic microangiopathy.
Transfus Apher Sci
; 45(2): 119-23, 2011 Oct.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-21885345
ABSTRACT
Thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) is a histopathological feature of various diseases including thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). There are many secondary causes of TMA, many of them could mimic TTP or HUS. This article presents a short overview on TMA. In conclusion TMA is the result of various etiology reasons and pathologic reactions with various clinical entities. It is important to focus on a thorough history including family history when deciding on a diagnosis. Analysis of ADAMTS 13 and ADAMTS 13-antibodies may help to decide continued therapy.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Thrombotic Microangiopathies
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Transfus Apher Sci
Journal subject:
HEMATOLOGIA
Year:
2011
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Sweden