Should prophylactic platelet transfusion be given in dengue with platelets 12 x 10⁹/L but no active bleeding?...

Question

Should prophylactic platelet transfusion be given in dengue with platelets 12 x 10⁹/L but no active bleeding?

Accepted Answer

No; prophylactic platelets NOT recommended in dengue even with severe thrombocytopaenia - it resolves spontaneously; reserve for significant haemorrhage with haemodynamic compromise

Answer

Yes, transfuse all patients with platelets

Answer

Give FFP instead

Answer

Give rFVIIa

Answer

Give aspirin

uk-dtmh MCQ (SBA): No Prophylactic Platelets in Dengue

Should prophylactic platelet transfusion be given in dengue with platelets 12 x 10⁹/L but no active bleeding?