Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Abstract

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rapidly progressive hematological syndrome defined by the pentad of thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, neurologic abnormalities, fever and renal dysfunction. TTP has been associated with major surgical procedures and specific medications. However, there is no known previously reported case in which acute TTP occurred after a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). We report a case of TTP after a PCI, that presented with the pentad of symptoms, as well as hepatitis and pancreatitis.

Keywords: Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, Percutaneous coronary intervention, Hepatitis, Pancreatitis