Leukemia & lymphoma
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Leukemia & lymphoma · Sep 1994
ReviewAutoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura complicating lymphoproliferative disorders.
Thrombocytopenia in patients with lymphoproliferative disorders is usually multifactorial. In some patients, peripheral destruction of platelets by platelet autoantibodies may account in part for the thrombocytopenia. ⋯ Unfortunately the current available therapy for this condition is unsatisfactory. Other innovative treatment modalities are therefore much needed.