Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura-like syndrome associated with systemic lupus erythematosus--combined treatment with plasmapheresis and fresh frozen plasma infusion.
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We report on a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus, who, during the course of the illness, developed thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. In this case, the coexistence of these two conditions was confirmed by laboratory and pathologic findings. The infusion of fresh frozen plasma with plasmapheresis reversed the course of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of Korean Medical Science
دوره 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1992