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Abstract
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), once known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, is an autoimmune disorder. ITP can occur acutely or chronically, and ranges in severity from mild to life-threatening. The signs and symptoms, treatment, and nursing care for patients with this disorder are discussed.Entities:
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Year: 2010 PMID: 20860250
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Medsurg Nurs ISSN: 1092-0811