Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)

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A blood disorder characterized by low platelets, low red blood cell count, and neurological abnormalities.
MEDLINEplus: Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura Information about the disorder and helpful links, from the National Library of Medicine (U.S.). HUS and TTP Information on hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS) and TTP from NephrologyChannel.com. Hospital Practice: TTP Medical information about TTP, from Hospital Practice (McGraw Hill). NetDoctor.co.uk: TTP Comprehensive information on the disorder. NetDoctor.co.uk: Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome Information on all aspects of the disorder.

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