Original paper
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura masking the fatal potential of calciphylaxis in a haemodialysis patient
Abstract
Calciphylaxis on the background of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) has never been described. The pathogenesis of calciphylaxis is complex and not fully understood as yet. ITP has a complex pathogenesis that leads to bleeding or thrombotic events. Although ITP is treatable and reversible, calciphylaxis on the other hand, responds poorly to treatment and carries high mortality and morbidity. We present a case of a 56-year-old lady with...
Paper Details
Title
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura masking the fatal potential of calciphylaxis in a haemodialysis patient
Published Date
Aug 20, 2015
Journal
Volume
5
Issue
1
Pages
70 - 73
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