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TTP
HUS
These disorders have different
pathogenesis but both are characterized
by systemic or intrarenal aggregation of
platelets and/or fibrin, mechanical injury
to red blood cells, and thrombocytopenia.
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura
“Classic Signs”
Fever
Thrombocytopenia
Neurological abnormalities
Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia
Renal dysfunction
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
“Classic Signs”
Thrombocytopenia
Renal dysfunction
Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura