Following the FDA approval of rilzabrutinib (Wayrilz; Sanofi) for immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a rare autoimmune disorder, David Kuter, MD, DPhil, highlights the most pressing a ...

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An expert discusses the expanded treatment options for refractory ITP, emphasizing accurate diagnosis, combination therapies targeting platelet production and destruction, and the evolving role of ...

What can you tell me about the cause and treatment of immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP)? I am a 71-year-old male, and ...

Tune in to a powerful episode of the AscellaHealth Podcast Pulse, released in recognition of Rare Disease Awareness Month. Hosted by Gabriella Patone of AscellaHealth, this special edition features an ...

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a rare condition that causes a low platelet count. People with ITP can experience life threatening bleeding if the condition is not treated. Many people with ITP go ...

"Care of the elderly has become its own science and is very different in virtually everything than is the care of a typical middle-aged adult. This is important for ITP." — James Bussel, MD Reflecting ...

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disease in which IgG antiplatelet antibodies accelerate platelet clearance and reduce platelet production. The prevalence of ITP is approximately 1 to 3 ...