Immune Thrombocytopenia in Pregnancy

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Focusing on the occurrence of immune thrombocytopenia in pregnant women, this essay highlights its relatively low prevalence compared to gestational thrombocytopenia. With immune thrombocytopenia affecting only 11% of cases, it is marked by moderate to severe reductions in platelet counts below 100x10^9/L. The condition arises from autoimmune reactions where anti-platelet antibodies target and destroy glycoprotein membranes on platelets. This analysis provides insights into the clinical implications and underlying mechanisms of this hematological disorder during pregnancy.