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ArticleChildren (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Platelet Recovery and Coexisting Conditions in Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenia: Insights from a Tertiary Care Study.

Cristina Elena Singer, Mocanu Andreea Gabriela, Sîrbuleț Carmen, Anca Enescu, Simina Gaman, Renata Maria Varut, Dop Dalia, Maria Elena Veronica, Ștefănița Bianca Vintilescu, Nina Ionovici and 3 more

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Cristina Elena SingerDepartment of Mother and Baby, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0009-0003-6414-832X
Mocanu Andreea GabrielaDepartment of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 2 Petru Rares Street, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-9356-6593
Sîrbuleț CarmenDepartment of Anatomy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Discipline of Anatomy, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Anca EnescuDepartment of Anatomy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Discipline of Anatomy, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Simina GamanDepartment I, Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Renata Maria VarutResearch Methodology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Dop DaliaDepartment of Mother and Baby, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0009-0006-6065-2782
Maria Elena VeronicaDepartment of Mother and Baby, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Ștefănița Bianca VintilescuDepartment of Mother and Baby, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-7801-5646
Nina IonoviciDepartment of Mother and Baby, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Pluta Ion DorinFaculty of Medical and Behavioral Sciences, Constantin Brâncuși University of Târgu Jiu, 210185 Târgu Jiu, Romania.
Arsenie Cristian-CosminDepartment of Anatomy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Discipline of Anatomy, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Cristina PopescuDepartment of Anatomy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Discipline of Anatomy, 200349 Craiova, Romania.

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Abstract

BACKGROUND/

objectivesImmune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a rare but significant hematologic disorder in children. While most pediatric ITP cases resolve spontaneously, some require intervention, and treatment responses with platelet recovery patterns can vary widely. We conducted a retrospective, three-year observational cohort study including 100 children (aged 5 months-17 years) diagnosed with ITP at a single tertiary center (January 2022-December 2024). The primary objective of this study was to characterize the clinical presentation, coexisting conditions, and short-term platelet response to first-line therapy in hospitalized children with newly diagnosed ITP.

methodsClinical data (demographics, presentation, and laboratory results) were collected at admission and throughout hospitalization, and outcomes were assessed at discharge.

resultsOur analysis showed a balanced urban-rural distribution overall; however, sex distribution differed by residence, with a slight female predominance in rural areas and an overwhelming male predominance in urban areas. Over 40% of patients were under 5 years old. Platelet counts at presentation ranged from 3 × 10

conclusionsOur three-year cohort study underscores that pediatric ITP often presents in very young children with concurrent conditions, but standard first-line treatment leads to robust platelet recovery by discharge. These findings highlight the importance of comprehensive initial evaluation and supportive care in managing pediatric ITP.

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hematologic disorderimmune thrombocytopeniaobservational studypetechiae and ecchymosesplatelet recovery

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