Question 3 (part 2) · LEK · Obstetric coagulopathies

Which of the following is/are indications for treatment of isolated thrombocytopenia in pregnant women in the first and second trimesters with platelet concentrate:

  1. A. a planned amniocentesis.
  2. B. thrombocytopenia of <30,000/ mm3 in the second trimester of pregnancy
  3. C. a planned cordocentesis.
  4. D. skin purpura.
  5. E. all the above.
Hint

Consider both a platelet threshold that carries a spontaneous bleeding risk and situations in which an invasive procedure is planned.

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