Essential thrombocythemia and pregnancy.

Authors

  • Carla Baleiras Serviço de Medicina Materno-Fetal, Maternidade Dr. Alfredo da Costa, Lisboa.
  • Ana Silva
  • Fátima Serrano

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20344/amp.1156

Abstract

Essencial Thrombocytemia is a rare chronic myeloproliferative disease of unknown etiology, characterized by markedly elevated platelet production (> 600,000/ml). It is more frequent among women above 50 years of age and may be associated with hemorrhagic or thrombotic tendencies. The authors report a case of Essencial Thrombocytemia diagnosed after several consecutive spontaneous abortions. Some clinical aspects, complications, differential diagnosis and management of this condition in pregnancy are also reviewed. An individualized, multidisciplinar approach and the treatment with acetylsalicylic acid, associated with interferon-alfa if necessary, will be the best therapeutic options for these patients.

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Published

2012-11-22

How to Cite

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Baleiras C, Silva A, Serrano F. Essential thrombocythemia and pregnancy. Acta Med Port [Internet]. 2012 Nov. 22 [cited 2024 Nov. 14];16(2):87-91. Available from: https://actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/1156

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