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Research Article
Role of H. pylori Infection (Serology, PCR) in Chronic Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura in an Endemic Country: A Case Control Study, Tehran, IRAN
Author(s): Mohammad Faranoush, Samileh Noorbakhsh, Azim Mehrvar and zardokht TabatabaeMohammad Faranoush, Samileh Noorbakhsh, Azim Mehrvar and zardokht Tabatabae
Background: A practical guideline for detection and managements of some common infectious agents in cases with chronic ITP (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura) is so important. Objectives: to investigate the role of H. pylori infection in children with chronic ITP in an endemic area. Materials and methods: A case control study done in pediatric ward Rasul Hospital, Tehran, Iran (2009-2010). 51 chronic ITP cases and 25 controls were assessed. H. pylori IgG & IgA ELISA (LDN -Germany) assesses in all cases and controls. All cases undergoing Bone Marrow Aspiration. H. pylori -PCR evaluated (QIAquickP® QIAGEN; Germany). P-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: cases were between 1- 20 years (mean 13.3.5 ± 7.6 y). Platelet count varied between 5000-1330000 (mean 63621 ± 37369.9) Positive H. pylori- IgA observed in 70% (36/51) of cases and 4%.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-6113.1000209
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