Amegakaryocytic thrombocytopenia of 4 years duration: Successful treatment with antithymocyte globulin

Abstract

Acquired amegakaryocytic thrombocytopenic purpura (AATP) is a rare cause of thrombocytopenia. Since it is a syndrome of diverse etiologies, the optimal treatment is often uncertain. In a patient with longstanding AATP, a complete remission was obtained with antithymocyte globulin.