Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Case Presenting with Acute Ischemic Colitis. (7th May 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: See, Joseph R. H.; Sabagh, Tarek; Barde, Christopher J.
• Other Names: Giri N. Academic Editor.; Hamerschlak N. Academic Editor.; Singh M. Academic Editor.; Storti S. Academic Editor.; Tsirigotis P. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in hematology. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-05-07
• Subjects: Hematology -- Periodicals; Hematology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Blood -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Hematology; Hematologic Diseases; Blood -- Diseases; Hematology; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 616.15
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/592930
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6560

Abstract

Abstract : Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) consists of the pentad of thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, fever, neurologic abnormalities, and renal disease. We present a case report of acute TTP following a bout of ischemic colitis. This report reminds the clinician that ischemic colitis can be an atypical presentation of TTP. The prompt recognition and treatment of this disease process resulted in a good prognosis for our patient.