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Low Platelet Count : Treatments

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Treatment depends on the cause of the condition. In some cases, a transfusion of platelets may be required to stop or prevent bleeding.
Source:ADAM
Date:August 18, 2008
Sometimes this disorder is asymptomatic and does not require any treatment. This is often the case when thrombocytopenia occurs in children following a viral infection.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
If low platelet counts are caused by an enlarged spleen, removal of the spleen can help raise the platelet level, since the spleen is no longer there to capture the platelets. However, proper treatment for what causes the enlarged spleen is neces...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
A splenectomy is the total or partial surgical removal of the spleen, an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.The human spleen is a dark purple bean-shaped organ located in the upper left side of the abdomen just behind the bottom of the rib...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Spleen removal(splenectomy) is surgery to remove a diseased or damaged spleen. This organ is in the upper part of your belly, on the left side.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system. The spleen is a dark-purple, bean-shaped organ located in the upper left side of the abdomen, just behind the bottom of the rib cage.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system. The spleen is a dark purple, bean-shaped organ located in the upper left side of the abdomen, just behind the bottom of the rib cage.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Should patients with a history of splenectomy receive prophylactic antibiotics for dental procedures?
Source:StayWell
Transfusion is the process of transferring whole blood or blood components from a donor to a recipient.Transfusions are given to restore lost blood, to improve clotting time, and to improve the ability of the blood to deliver oxygen to the body''s ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Transfusion therapy refers to the process of administering whole blood or blood components to a patient through an intravenous(IV) needle or catheter placed in a patient''s vein. Blood and blood products may be autologous(comprised of the patient''s...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
The process of transferring whole blood or blood components from one person(donor) to another(recipient).Transfusions are given to restore lost blood, to improve clotting time, and to improve the ability of the blood to deliver oxygen to the body''...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Detailed information on blood transfusion, including the components of blood and potential risks involved in a blood transfusion
Source:StayWell
The process of transferring whole blood or blood components from one person(donor) to another(recipient).Transfusions are given to restore lost or depleted blood components, to improve clotting time, and to improve the ability of the blood to deli...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Detailed information on blood transfusion, including the components of blood and potential risks involved in a blood transfusion
Source:StayWell
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