Journal article
Hematology in the post-COVID era: spotlight on vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia and a conceptual framework (the 4P’s) for anti-PF4 diseases
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT) is a life-threatening prothrombotic disorder first identified following the introduction of adenoviral vector vaccines for COVID-19. The condition is characterized by anti-PF4 antibodies and clinically presents with thrombocytopenia and thrombosis often in unusual anatomical sites.
AREAS COVERED: In this review, we discuss the clinical presentation, diagnostic testing, and …
Authors
Gabarin N; Hack M; Revilla R; Arnold DM; Nazy I
Journal
Expert Review of Hematology, Vol. 17, No. 1-3, pp. 39–45
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
March 3, 2024
DOI
10.1080/17474086.2023.2298333
ISSN
1747-4086