Platelets (thrombocytes) are a component of blood whose main job is to stop bleeding by clogging blood vessel injuries (hemostasis). If there are too many or too few platelets, issues with bleeding can occur. There are different platelet disorders with different symptoms.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Benign Hematology Program
A program providing diagnosis and treatment for benign (non-cancerous) blood disorders, including anemia, thrombosis, hemophilia, ITP, TTP, and HIT, with specialized care to manag…
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Hematology-Oncology (Pediatrics)
A team led by a pediatric hematologist that provides evaluation and treatment for children diagnosed with pediatric blood disorders, including anemia, clotting conditions, sickle …