Teetering on a liver’s edge: a case report highlighting clinical decision-making in thrombocytopenia

BackgroundThis report illustrates the importance of a detailed history and physical exam and careful analysis of hematologic parameters when diagnosing ITP. This case demonstrates that even with subtle deviations from typical ITP findings one must promptly reevaluate the diagnosis. This case also highlights the importance of peripheral smear review by an expert in pediatric hematopathology.Case presentationA previously healthy 10 year-old Asian …