Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
Definition
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a drug-induced, immune-mediated prothrombotic disorder associated with thrombocytopenia and venous and/or arterial thrombosis.
Also known as HAT, heparin-associated thrombocytopenia, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (disease), heparin-induced thrombocytopenia type 2, HIT — per MONDO