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Marie-Renée B-Lajoie1, Lamis El-Koussa, Suzanne Malaab
1Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec.
Abstract:
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura is a condition frequently encountered in childhood. Extensive literature currently exists on its etiology and management. Petechiae, ecchymoses and epistaxis are the usual manifestations of this condition, originating from the autoimmune destruction of platelets. Bleeding may occur spontaneously from any mucosal membrane. While bilateral hemotympanum has yet to be documented as a possible complication of this condition, immediate impact on the child's hearing will require appropriate follow-up.
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