192. Schistocytes and Schmears
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Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Symptoms and Diagnostic Criteria
This chapter discusses the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). It covers the low platelet levels, presence of schistocytes, and other associated symptoms such as low haptoglobin and high LDH. The chapter also mentions triggers for TTP and the importance of starting broad-spectrum antibiotics.
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