Original Article

HIT-It or Quit It: Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Testing Appropriateness Using 4T Scoring and Inappropriate Testing Cost Analysis

Objectives: The American Society of Hematology’s 4T scoring system is a validated tool to assess a patient’s probability of having heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) before testing is performed. There is no benefit to testing patients with a low probability 4T score for HIT. This study aimed to assess for inappropriate HIT…

Posted in: Choosing Wisely 2 HIT 2 thrombocytopenia 3

Case Report

Profound Transient Thrombocytopenia Associated with 90Yttrium Microsphere Therapy for Inoperable Hepatoma

The use of 90Yttrium microspheres to treat unresectable hepatoma is increasing worldwide. Therapeutically, 90Yttrium microspheres show promising increases in survival and tumor response, as well as acceptable toxicities. Here, we report on a 67-year-old man with hepatitis C-related advanced-stage hepatoma. This patient received selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT) using 90Yttrium…

Posted in: thrombocytopenia 3

Expired CME Article

Thrombocytopenia in Adults: A Practical Approach to Evaluation and Management

With the widespread use of automated cell counters, clinicians in any field of medicine may encounter thrombocytopenia. The symptomatology may vary greatly and the underlying cause may be either inconsequential (pseudothrombocytopenia) or life threatening. It is important to be aware of common conditions leading to thrombocytopenia and have a systematic…

Posted in: platelets 3 primary care 64 thrombocytopenia 3
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