Heme/Onc 7 Flashcards
1
Q
Standard Tx for (non-severe) TTP
A
PLEX, steroids, rituximab
2
Q
What is added to TTP regimen if not responsive to standard Tx?
A
caplacizumab
3
Q
HIT Abs are primarily against _____.
A
platelet factor 4
4
Q
Argatroban should be used w/ caution in pts w/ _____.
A
CHF, cardiac surgery, or liver disease
5
Q
Bivalirudin is preferred for HIT in these pts.
A
cardiac surgery or PCI
