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Published in: Journal of Hematology & Oncology 1/2009

Open Access 01-06-2009 | Meeting abstract

Update on chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)

Author: Robert McMillan

Published in: Journal of Hematology & Oncology | Special Issue 1/2009

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Chronic ITP is an autoimmune disorder manifested by immune-mediated platelet destruction and suppressed platelet production. The following article will discuss: normal platelet production and circulation; ITP pathophysiology; and diagnosis and treatment options for ITP. …
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Title
Update on chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
Author
Robert McMillan
Publication date
01-06-2009
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Journal of Hematology & Oncology / Issue Special Issue 1/2009
Electronic ISSN: 1756-8722
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1756-8722-2-S1-A5

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