Feasibility of romiplostim discontinuation in adult thrombopoietin-receptor agonist responsive patients with primary immune thrombocytopenia: an observational retrospective report in real life clinical practice

Thrombopoietin mimetics are new treatment options for patients with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Because of their mechanism of action, long-term administration was envisioned in order to maintain effective thrombopoiesis. We report on 30 romiplostim treated patients: 13/27 responders (48%) achieve...

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Main Authors: Monica Carpenedo, Silvia Cantoni, Veronica Coccini, Marilena Fedele, Enrica Morra, Enrico Maria Pogliani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2015-02-01
Series:Hematology Reports
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Online Access:http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/hr/article/view/5673