Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura radiation

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Splenic radiation (RT) is usually given for steroid-resistant ITP. One to six weeks of 75-1370 cGy with or without concomittant post-RT steroids. Patients can respond for >1 year. It is a safe alternative for patients too old for splenectomy.

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