Condition
Drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia
David Cohen, M.D.Published 19 February 20051 min read
Key points
- Drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia is a condition where the use of certain drugs leads to the formation of antibodies against platelets.
- These antibodies can cause a low platelet count, which make bleeding more likely.
- If these antibodies are formed during pregnancy, they may pass from the mother to the fetus.
Definition
Drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia is a condition where the use of certain drugs leads to the formation of antibodies against platelets. These antibodies can cause a low platelet count, which make bleeding more likely. If these antibodies are formed during pregnancy, they may pass from the mother to the fetus.
Written and revised by
David Cohen, M.D.
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