Heparin induced thrombocytopenia is a hypercoagulable syndrome.

What is the Pathology of Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia?

The pathology of heparin induced thrombocytopenia is:

-Etiology: The cause of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia is heparin-triggered immune response.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to heparin induced thrombocytopenia is heparin dependent IgG antibodies bind to heparin/platelet factor 4 complexes to activate platelets and produce a hypercoagulable state.

How does Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia Present?

Patients with heparin induced thrombocytopenia typically are females present at the age range of more than 40 years. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia include swelling, tenderness, and anxiety.

How is Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia Diagnosed?

Heparin Induced thrombocytopenia is diagnosed with the lab tests.

How is Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia Treated?

Heparin Induced thrombocytopenia is treated by not using heparin.

What is the Prognosis of Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia?

The prognosis of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia is fair.