| Autor: |
Selim, Mohamed Fouad, Abdou, Manal Mohammad Ali, Elnabtity, Ali Mohamed Ali |
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Journal of Gynecologic Surgery; Dec2020, Vol. 36 Issue 6, p368-371, 4p |
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Background: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a bleeding disorder characterized by isolated thrombocytopenia, which is related to an autoimmune process. ITP is considered a diagnosis of exclusion. Cases: This article presents 3 cases of pregnant women who were previously diagnosed with ITP. These patients showed had platelet counts of <20 × 109/L at prenatal assessments. Results: The three patients were managed prenatally by intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to raise their platelet counts before delivery. Two of these patients completed the 5-day course of treatment and delivered at the planned time; the third patient required an emergency cesarean section before she could complete her course of IVIG treatment. Conclusions: IVIG treatment is effective for treating severe ITP. IVIG increases platelet count to a good level that can enable a safe delivery without any maternal or fetal complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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