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Thrombocytosis: When is an incidental finding serious?

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. 2006 August;73(8):767-774
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ABSTRACTFor most patients, elevated platelet counts are benign and require no treatment, but for some, severe complications or death may ensue. This article discusses how to classify thrombocytosis and identify which patients require treatment, describes the characteristic complications that may arise, and provides an algorithm for management.