Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)

Immune thrombocytopenia, formerly known as idiopathic or immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), is associated with bleeding of high variability. In primary ITP the etiological background remains unknown, and therefore ITP remains a diagnosis of exclusion. Several achievements have been made in recent years, including international cooperation to draft guidelines, successful basic science and clinical research, and development of new drugs. The book presents historical details, an overview of the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and the clinical aspects, the definition, classification, diagnosis and treatment of children and adults with ITP, as well as future considerations.