O. Bodean, O. Munteanu, D. Voicu, S Vladarenu, M. Cirstoiu
Rezumat: Although representing no threat in the majority of patients, thrombocytopenia in pregnancy may result from a range of pathological conditions requiring closer monitoring and therapy. Occasionally, a low platelet count in pregnancy may be part of a more complex and life threatening condition. There is a vast range of conditions directly related to pregnancy or just coexistent, which manifest with a low platelet count. A correct diagnostic and management must be ensured in order to avoid serious consequences for both mother and newborn. This review article focuses on the clinical characteristics and management of gestational thrombocytopenia and its distinction from primary immune thrombocytopenia and thrombotic microangiophaties of pregnancy. Cuvinte cheie: thrombocytopenia, pregnancy, preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome, immune thrombocytopenia.