A case of Evan's syndrome in pregnancy refractory to primary treatment options

Abstract

Evan's syndrome is a rare hematological condition defined as immune thrombocytopenic purpura and hemolytic anemia. We describe herein a case of Evan's syndrome diagnosed in a term pregnancy that was refractory to primary therapeutic options. We also describe current treatment options in pregnancy and briefly discuss the pathophysiology of Evan's syndrome and perinatal outcome.

Keywords:

• Pregnancy
• Evan's syndrome
• thrombocytopenia
• anemia