3 results
TTP - Laboratory Evaluation for Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Activity of von Willebrand factor-cleaving protease activity - A
TTP - Laboratory ... in most cases; ... Mild-to-moderate elevation ... WBC count and differential ... Diagnosis #Workup #Hematology
ANTI-MDA5 DERMATOMYOSITIS

Cutaneous manifestations:
• Periorbital heliotrope (blue-purple) rash with edema
• Erythematous rash on the face, or the
Dermatomyositis • Fever ... no significant elevation ... ILD worsens Decreased ... • Mechanic's hands ... #dermatology #diagnosis
Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
Vasculitis - Differential ... artery tenderness - decreased ... occasional oligoclonal bands ... tract, and often causes ... #Diagnosis #Rheumatology