Platelet Disorders

29/11/2024 58 min Temporada 2 Episodio 19
Platelet Disorders

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Episode Synopsis

Ninja Nerds!Welcome to the Ninja Nerd Podcast with Zach and Rob! In this episode, we explore Platelet Disorders, breaking down the essential concepts and clinical applications. We will discuss Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT), focusing on its pathophysiology and management. Learn about Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APLS) and its role in thrombosis and pregnancy complications. We’ll also cover Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC), including its triggers and treatment strategies, and Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), with an emphasis on its pediatric presentations. Dive into Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) and its life-threatening manifestations, Von Willebrand Disease (vWD) as the most common inherited bleeding disorder, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), highlighting its diagnostic approach and treatment. Enjoy the podcast, and please support us below!Support the show

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