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Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpur... Learning Center

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Welcome

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura(TTP) is a blood disorder that causes blood clots to form in small blood vessels around the body, and leads to a low platelet count( thrombocytopenia).

Basic Info

Causes
This disease may be caused by the lack of an enzyme (a type of protein) that is involved in blood clotting. Not havi...
Treatments
Plasma exchange (plasmapheresis) is used to remove the abnormal antibody from the blood and replace the missing enzym...
Prevention
Because the cause is unknown, there is no known way to prevent this condition.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have any unexplained bleeding.

Basic Info

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