A review of immune thrombocytopenic purpura: focus on the novel thrombopoietin agonists

Meaghan Khan, Joseph MikhaelDivision of Hematology – Oncology, Scottsdale, AZ, USAAbstract: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an autoimmune disorder that is characterized by antibody-mediated platelet destruction and decreased platelet production. ITP and its treatments have bee...

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Main Authors: Meaghan Khan, Joseph Mikhael
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2010-03-01
Series:Journal of Blood Medicine
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/a-review-of-immune-thrombocytopenic-purpura-focus-on-the-novel-thrombo-a4117