Acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic Purpura diagnosed during first trimester of pregnancy with excellent outcome after plasma exchange and rituximab, a case report

Abstract

Key Clinical Message Acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is a life‐threatening condition that rarely presents during pregnancy. Early diagnosis and treatment with plasma exchange is needed to achieve a good pregnancy outcome.

Keywords

• hematology
• plasma exchange
• pregnancy
• rituximab
• thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura