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Migraine: A blood disorder?

E Hanington

    Lancet (London, England)
    |September 2, 1978
    PubMed
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    Migraine may stem from a primary platelet function abnormality. This platelet issue could explain the varied symptoms and findings associated with migraine headaches.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Hematology
    • Medical Science

    Background:

    • Migraine is a complex neurological disorder with diverse clinical manifestations.
    • Existing research has explored various etiological factors for migraine.
    • The role of platelet function in migraine pathophysiology remains an area of investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the hypothesis that a primary abnormality in platelet function underlies the multifaceted aspects of migraine.
    • To explore the potential link between platelet dysfunction and the clinical, biochemical, and pathological findings in migraine patients.

    Main Methods:

    • This study proposes a theoretical framework based on existing literature.
    • Analysis of reported clinical, biochemical, and pathological data in migraine.

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    Main Results:

    • A primary abnormality of platelet function is proposed as a unifying explanation.
    • This platelet dysfunction could account for the heterogeneity observed in migraine presentations.

    Conclusions:

    • Platelet function abnormalities represent a potential primary cause for diverse migraine findings.
    • Further research into platelet behavior in migraine is warranted to validate this hypothesis.