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Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia

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Medical Definition of Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia

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HIT (Heparin induced thrombocytopenia) is caused by the body forming antibodies to Heparin when it is bound to platelet factor4 (PF4) - a protein in the blood. …

Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia - Wikipedia

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Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia - Medscape

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Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a complication of heparin therapy. There are two types of HIT. Type 1 HIT presents within the first 2 days after …

Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Treatment

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If heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is suspected, the first step is to discontinue all heparin products immediately and avoid any further exposure. [ 42] An …

What Is a Health Information Technician?

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At its core, health information technology (HIT) is about connecting all the moving parts of healthcare and helping them work together for a stronger, cost …

HIT syndrome | definition of HIT syndrome by Medical …

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Acquired thrombocytopenia affecting some heparin-treated Pts–HTPs, defined as a ↓ platelet count during or shortly after heparin exposure; HIT is a markedly prothrombotic …

Health Information Technology | HHS.gov

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Health information technology (health IT) involves the processing, storage, and exchange of health information in an electronic environment.

Traumatic brain injury - Symptoms and causes - Mayo …

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An object that goes through brain tissue, such as a bullet or shattered piece of skull, also can cause traumatic brain injury. Mild traumatic brain injury may …

HIT Syndrome (heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with …

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HIT is an immunologic adverse reaction to heparin therapy. The target antigen in HIT is a novel epitope within platelet factor 4 (PF4). PF4 is a positively charged platelet …