Thrombocytopenia in the intensive care unit: diagnosis and management
Summary Thrombocytopenia is a common complication among critically ill patients, defined by platelet counts below 150 × 10⁹/L or a relative decrease by more than 30–50%. It significantly impacts patient outcomes due to increased bleeding risks and worse prognoses. The mechanisms underlying thrombocytopenia in the ICU are diverse, involving peripheral consumption, destruction, sequestration, dilution, or […]
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