Oct

26

2021

What is the prevalence of severe thrombocytopenia (platelet count < 20 x 10^9/L) in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?

By William Aird

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What is the prevalence of severe thrombocytopenia (platelet count < 20 x 10^9/L) in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?

About 15%, typically those with concomitant disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).

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