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Ganipisetti VM, Maringanti BS, Lingas EC, Naha K. Adult Vitamin B12 Deficiency-Associated Pseudo-Thrombotic Microangiopathy: A Systematic Review of Case Reports. Cureus 2024; 16:e55784. [PMID: 38586727 PMCID: PMC10999119 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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Cobalamin-deficient thrombotic microangiopathy or vitamin B12 deficiency presenting as pseudo-thrombotic microangiopathy is a rare disorder that can be misdiagnosed as thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Patients with this condition are at risk of receiving unnecessary plasmapheresis with a potential delay in appropriate therapy with vitamin B12 supplementation. There are no established diagnostic criteria for this condition in clinical practice. We performed a systematic review of case reports published between January 2018 and January 2023 to analyze the clinical characteristics, risk factors, and patterns of laboratory markers to improve the diagnostic criteria for this condition.
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- Hematology and Medical Oncology, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, USA
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Sathi T, Luhadia K, Yashi K, Virk J, Parikh T, Dogra M, Alam AS. Pseudo-Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura Due to Severe Vitamin B12 Deficiency: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e40212. [PMID: 37435279 PMCID: PMC10332188 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.40212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023] Open
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Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in vegetarians, as meat is a common source of vitamin B12. In this case presentation, a patient presented to his primary care doctor with signs of severe vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. He had elevated lactate dehydrogenase levels, indirect bilirubin, and schistocytes on the blood smear, all pointing toward a hemolytic process. A severe vitamin B12 deficiency was deemed the cause of this hemolytic anemia after ruling out other causes. We highlight the importance of knowing more about this pathogenesis to avoid unnecessary workup and management for an elementary disorder that can result from severe B12 deficiency.
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- Thanmay Sathi
- Internal Medicine, Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, USA
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- Pediatrics, Hamilton Health Center, Harrisburg, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester, USA
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- General Surgery, John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, AUS
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Nwankwo CI, Samuels KA, Abung A, Oshikoya AF, Waqar D, Omole AE. Diabetic Ketoacidosis Complicated by Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Rare Association. Cureus 2023; 15:e37983. [PMID: 37223178 PMCID: PMC10202223 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.37983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
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Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare and potentially life-threatening blood disorder caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of ADAMTS13 and can occur secondary to various conditions, including autoimmune diseases, infections, medications, pregnancy, and malignancies. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) inducing TTP is uncommon and not widely reported in the literature. Herein, we report a case of TTP induced by DKA in an adult patient. His clinical picture, serological, and biochemical results confirmed the diagnosis of TTP induced by DKA, and his clinical course did not improve despite normalization of glucose level, plasmapheresis, and aggressive management. Our case report emphasizes the importance of considering TTP as a potential complication of DKA.
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- Chinanu I Nwankwo
- Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, NGA
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- Internal Medicine, Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina, kingston, JAM
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- Internal Medicine, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Worcester, GBR
- Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Calabar, Calabar, NGA
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- Medical School, Near East University, Nicosia, CYP
- General Practice, General Hospital Odan, Lagos Island, Lagos, NGA
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- Internal Medicine/Nephrology, Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago, USA
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- Anatomical Sciences, College of Medicine, American University of Antigua, Saint John, ATG
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Mohamed KH, Shiza ST, Samreen I, Agboola AA, Mohamed AS, Kalluru PKR, Haseeb M, Munawar RZ, Nasir H. Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction As Initial Thrombotic Event of Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Rare Challenging Case. Cureus 2023; 15:e36363. [PMID: 37082484 PMCID: PMC10112854 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.36363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare autoimmune and devastating blood disorder that results in micro-clots throughout the body, leading to tissue damage and organ dysfunction resulting in widespread microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, fever, and neurological symptoms. TTP patients commonly manifest renal and neurological symptoms; however, cardiovascular involvement is not widely reported in the literature. We report a case of non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) as an initial manifestation of TTP. Although rare, TTP complications must be considered among other possible causes of unexpected thrombocytopenia during acute phase treatment of acute coronary syndrome because of high morbidity and mortality.
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- Khalid H Mohamed
- Neurology, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, GBR
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- Internal Medicine, Deccan College of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, IND
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- Internal Medicine, Deccan College of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, IND
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- Internal Medicine, Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, PAK
- Internal Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, Brooklyn, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) is a challenging thrombotic diathesis which requires prompt diagnosis and therapeutic intervention in order to avoid life-threatening consequences. There are two forms of TTP, congenital and acquired, with the acquired form constituting about 90% of cases. Both forms are associated with a deficiency of ADAMTS-13, a metalloproteinase enzyme responsible for cleaving ultra-large von Willebrand factor (uLvWF), preventing its pathologic accumulation. Within the last year, many of the diverse and serious effects of the COVID-19 virus have come to recognition, with some of the most dire consequences involving devastating vascular and hematologic complications. As with many viruses, it seems that the endothelium and the vasculature are often prime targets. Here, we report a case of a 30 year old male who was diagnosed with TTP approximately one week after a positive COVID-19 test result. He responded appropriately to plasma exchange (PLEX), caplacizumab, and steroids. We believe it is important to investigate a potential link between these two conditions, as TTP has significant morbidity and mortality risk if left unattended. We hope that our report will contribute to a better understanding of this potential link.
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- Karthik Shankar
- Internal Medicine , Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, USA
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- Hematology & Oncology, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, USA
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Alshamam MS, Sumbly V, Khan S, Nso N, Rizzo V. Acquired Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in a Newly Diagnosed HIV Patient: A Case Report and Literature Review. Cureus 2021; 13:e15967. [PMID: 34336459 PMCID: PMC8315786 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.15967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare but a potentially fatal condition. Although the majority of TTP cases are of unknown etiology, certain viral infections, malignancies, and medications have been linked to the acquired form of the illness. Regardless of the underlying etiology, TTP remains a great challenge diagnostically and therapeutically. TTP remains a very uncommon complication of HIV. We reviewed the current literature to better understand the relationship between HIV and TTP and address some of the major obstacles that may impede or delay the correct diagnosis. Here, we present a case of a 28-year-old male with complaints of light-headedness, fatigue, and gingival bleeding. He was found to have severe anemia and thrombocytopenia. He tested positive for the HIV and was then diagnosed with TTP. Despite needing endotracheal intubation for airway protection, he clinically improved with packed red blood cells, plasmapheresis, and highly active antiretroviral therapy.
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- Mohsen S Alshamam
- Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City Health and Hospitals/Queens, NYC, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City Health and Hospitals/Queens, NYC, USA
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- General Medicine, Saint James School of Medicine, St. Vincent, VCT
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- Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City Health and Hospitals/Queens, NYC, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City Health and Hospitals/Queens, NYC, USA
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