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ArticleEuropean heart journal. Case reports2025

Thrombotic thrombocytopaenic purpura.

Manal Yebari, Aya Elkhlifi, Douaa Elhmaidi, Nesma Bendagha

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Manal YebariDepartment of Cardiology, CHU Ibn Sina, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University, Avenue Ibn Rochd, Agdal, Rabat 10100, Morocco.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7795-300X
Aya ElkhlifiDepartment of Cardiology, CHU Ibn Sina, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University, Avenue Ibn Rochd, Agdal, Rabat 10100, Morocco.
Douaa ElhmaidiDepartment of Cardiology, CHU Ibn Sina, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University, Avenue Ibn Rochd, Agdal, Rabat 10100, Morocco.
Nesma BendaghaDepartment of Cardiology, CHU Ibn Sina, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University, Avenue Ibn Rochd, Agdal, Rabat 10100, Morocco.

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Abstract

Background: Thrombotic thrombocytopaenic purpura (TTP) is a rare and potentially life-threatening form of thrombotic microangiopathy, characterized by thrombocytopaenia, haemolytic anaemia, neurological disturbances, and organ dysfunction. Clopidogrel is widely used in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) due to its antiplatelet effects. However, the occurrence of TTP as an adverse effect of clopidogrel, though rare, requires greater awareness within the medical community. Case summary: We present a case of a female patient with symptoms of thrombocytopaenia, haemolytic anaemia, neurological disturbances, and renal impairment following clopidogrel administration after PCI for STEMI. The patient was diagnosed with TTP, which was confirmed by the resolving of the symptoms after the withdrawal of clopidogrel. Discussion: This case underscores the importance of awareness and prompt management of TTP as a serious adverse effect of clopidogrel. The main takeaway is the critical need for clinicians to recognize and address this rare complication to improve patient outcomes. Documenting such cases is essential to raise awareness among healthcare providers about this potentially life-threatening condition.

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Case reportClopidogrelPercutaneous coronary interventionST-elevation myocardial infarctionThrombotic thrombocytopaenic purpura

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