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EDTA-induced pseudothrombocytopenia.

H Mayan1, O Salomon, R Pauzner

  • 1Department of Medicine E, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel.

Southern Medical Journal
|February 1, 1992
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A patient

Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Unstable angina pectoris necessitates prompt medical intervention, often including surgical procedures.
  • Platelet count monitoring is crucial in managing cardiovascular conditions and pre-surgical evaluations.

Observation:

  • A 45-year-old male patient admitted for unstable angina pectoris exhibited a significant, unexplained drop in platelet count during hospitalization.
  • Despite a drastically low recorded platelet count, the patient showed no signs of bleeding or hemorrhagic complications.

Findings:

  • The diagnosis of pseudothrombocytopenia was established through direct blood smear analysis, revealing normal platelet counts.
  • This finding indicates an in vitro phenomenon rather than a true decrease in circulating platelets.

Implications:

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  • Pseudothrombocytopenia can mimic serious conditions like thrombocytopenia, leading to unnecessary medical interventions and delays in treatment.
  • Accurate differentiation between true thrombocytopenia and pseudothrombocytopenia is vital for appropriate patient management and surgical planning.