Answer:
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a blood disorder that results in blood clots forming in small blood vessels throughout the body. This results in a low platelet count, low red blood cells due to their breakdown, and often kidneys, heart, and brain dysfunction
Plasmapheresis procedures:
Plasmapheresis is a medical procedure designed to remove some plasma from the blood. During a plasma exchange, unhealthy plasma is swapped for healthy plasma or a plasma substitute, before the blood is returned to the body.
During plasmapheresis donation, you will rest on a cot. Then a needle or catheter will be placed into a vein in the crux of whichever arm has the most robust artery. In some cases, a catheter is placed in the groin or shoulder.
Replacement or returned plasma flows into your body through a second tube that is placed in the arm or foot.
The procedure can last between one and three hours. You may need as many as five treatments per week. Treatment frequency can vary widely from condition to condition, and also depend on your overall health.
Sometimes hospitalization is required. Other times outpatient treatment is possible.
Why Plasmapheresis?
Plasmapheresis have been proven to help to treat a range of medical conditions, most especially Blood disorders, such as thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, a rare disorder that causes blood clots.
