Know the possible pathogenesis of HUS and TTP

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  • Probably involves glomerular endothelial cell injury with subsequent fibrin deposition and thrombosis

  • Decreased endothelial cell production of prostaglandin I2 and NO

  • Release of endothelin

  • Activation of endothelial cells, increasing their adhesiveness to leukocytes, contributing to thrombosis

Category: Pathology Notes

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