Disseminated Malignancy Misdiagnosed as Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Report of 10 Patients and a Systematic Review of Published Cases

Disseminated Malignancy Misdiagnosed as Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Report of 10 Patients and a Systematic Review of Published Cases Kristin K. Francis, Nalini Kalyanam, Deirdra R. Terrell, Sara K. Vesely, James N. George Oncologist 2007; 12: 11-19 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in the community oncology setting. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (required). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: List the diagnostic criteria for thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Describe how occult disseminated malignancy can mimic the clinical features of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Identify the clinical clues that indicate additional diagnostic evaluation for possible malignancy in a patient with suspected thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Jan. 16, 2007 Most Recent Review: Jan. 16, 2007* Most Recent Update: Jan. 16, 2007 Date Credit Expires: Jan. 16, 2009 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.

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