Treatment of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Abstract

Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by low number of platelet counts. ITP causes by increased platelet destruction and insufficient platelet production. ITP affect children and adult and symptoms can be range from bruises to severe intracranial hemorrhage and can be fatal if left untreated. With a good treatment, mortality of the disease can be reduced.