Treatment of immune thrombocytopenic purpura in children
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Corticosteroids, Immunoglobulins, ITP, Rituximab.

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KHECHIBA and al , A. . (2023). Treatment of immune thrombocytopenic purpura in children. Medical Focus Journal, 1(2). Retrieved from https://journals.univ-tlemcen.dz/MFJ/index.php/MFJ/article/view/81

Abstract

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) is a heterogeneous disease that engenders numerous controversies regarding its management in children. These controversies encompass critical considerations, including the identification of cases necessitating immediate treatment and the selection of therapeutic modalities when required. The therapeutic approach to ITP demonstrates a relative consensus and aligns with both national and international recommendations.

This review summarizes the various medications used for the treatment of ITP in different contexts.

Corticosteroids and intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG) are the most commonly used drugs for newly diagnosed ITP. In refractory cases, second-line treatment is proposed, using a heterogeneous therapeutic arsenal composed of various molecules such as rituximab, immunosuppressive agents like cyclosporine A, azathioprine, mycophenolate and TPO receptor agonists. Moreover, one of the recently developed compounds, fostamatinib, characterized by its mechanism of action in inhibiting the signaling pathway of Fc receptors on immunoglobulin fragments (FcγR) through the targeting of the spleen tyrosine kinase (Syk), has obtained regulatory approval for market release in the United States of America.
Simultaneously with these therapeutic advancements, new inquiries have arisen, such as the placement of each medication within the ITP management algorithm and the need for predictive biomarkers of response to customize treatment for patients and enhance their care.

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