Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura Associated with Pneumococcal Sepsis

The first documented case of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) associated with pneumococcal septicemia is reported. This association has been previously demonstrated with hemolytic uremic syndrome. The patient presented with recurrent seizures, oliguric renal failure, fever, thrombocytopenia...

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Main Authors: Jeffrey R Schriber, John J Freedman, Joseph M Brandwein
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 1993-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/1993/921521
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