D. Behera, R. S. Mallhi, J. Philip, R. Basnotra, S. Chand
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Abstract
To support the evidence of plasma exchange’s ability to rapidly lower serum TG levels and provide upcoming research opportunities for evaluating the long-term effects of this treatment, we present the case of a 35-year-old female who was admitted for Hypertriglyceridemia-induced Pancreatitis (HTGP). She underwent Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE) using Spectra Optia Apheresis System on an emergency basis. The patient had a remarkable reduction of serum Triglycerides (TG) from 3953 to 291 mg/dl, which was life saving. On subsequent follow-up the serum TG levels remained constant post-TPE with conservative treatment only. Therapeutic plasma exchange deserves an upgrade in ASFA categorization for the indication in Hypertriglyceridemia induced Pancreatitis.
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Indian Journal of Hematology and Blood Transfusion is a medium for propagating and exchanging ideas within the medical community. It publishes peer-reviewed articles on a variety of aspects of clinical hematology, laboratory hematology and hemato-oncology. The journal exists to encourage scientific investigation in the study of blood in health and in disease; to promote and foster the exchange and diffusion of knowledge relating to blood and blood-forming tissues; and to provide a forum for discussion of hematological subjects on a national scale.
The Journal is the official publication of The Indian Society of Hematology & Blood Transfusion.