Ariana Boswell

All articles by Ariana Boswell

• Study pinpoints anti-HPA-1a antibodies that may raise FNAIT risk

  Certain anti-HPA-1a antibodies can cause platelet aggregation through the FcγRIIa receptor, a mechanism that may contribute to FNAIT.

• The role of the spleen in FNAIT

  Learn more about the role and function of the spleen, which is a major site of platelet destruction, in FNAIT.

• Researchers pinpoint molecule that may worsen brain bleed injuries

  Researchers developed a three-dimensional model to study the mechanisms behind intraventricular hemorrhage.

• Case report: Failed platelet transfusion due to HLA, HPA antibodies

  A woman who experienced a miscarriage did not respond to several platelet transfusions due to the presence of anti-platelet antibodies.

• Patients describe emotional burden of FNAIT diagnosis and care

  Interviews of patients affected by FNAIT revealed diagnostic challenges and strained relationships with healthcare providers.

• Study: The role of anti-HLA antibodies in FNAIT remains unclear

  A study found that anti-HLA antibodies can trigger mild thrombocytopenia in mice, but their ability to cause FNAIT is uncertain.

• How platelet transfusions for FNAIT differ from other disorders

  Find out how platelet transfusions for FNAIT are different from those used to treat other bleeding disorders.

• New method may help predict platelet transfusion risk in infants

  Researchers developed a statistical model that could help clinicians make platelet transfusion decisions for infants with thrombocytopenia.

• Understanding FNAIT caused by HPA-5b vs HPA-1a antibodies

  Learn more about the difference between FNAIT caused by HPA-5b versus HPA-1a antibodies, including prevalence, disease severity and more.

• Researchers identify potential treatment for neonatal brain bleed

  A recent study found that a minimally invasive neurosurgical procedure can treat intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), a complication of FNAIT.