Aplasia versus pancytopenia, including the pure red cell variant
Date
2012-09
Authors
Jacobs, Peter
Wood, Lucille
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Publisher
Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG)
Abstract
This is the first in our third series of clinical vignettes that are centred on everyday
presentations. Each emphasises practical aspects of team-based care, having relevance
for general practitioners, specialists and paramedical professionals alike. Disorders
arising in blood and bone marrow result in some of the commonest symptoms and
signs for which patients seek medical advice. A carefully taken history and meticulous
physical examination, complemented by thoughtful and judicious use of laboratory tests,
provide the clinical basis for a working diagnosis. Advanced haematology may be needed
to extend evaluation to the bone marrow and plasma while supplementary imaging
or radionuclide technology further links primary care practitioner or specialist to the
experienced haematologist. Such a multidisciplinary and fully interactive approach offers
the preferred way to problem solving and optimum management.
Description
The original publication is available at http://www.cmej.org.za/index.php/cmej
Keywords
Bone marrow aplasia -- Diagnosis, Bone marrow aplasia -- Immunological aspects, Bone marrow aplasia -- Treatment, Blood -- Diseases -- Diagnosis, Blood -- Diseases -- Treatment
Citation
Jacobs, P. & Wood, L. 2012. Aplasia versus pancytopenia, including the pure red cell variant. Continuing Medical Education, 30(9):339-345.