Abstract:Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a multisystem disorder characterised by systemic vasculitis involving small vessels. We report a case of an 18 year-old male with HSP who survived after a prolonged stay on intensive care. In addition to problems of glomerulonephritis and intussusception, he became seriously compromised by decreased left ventricular function and pulmonary haemorrhage which are rare in this disease 1-2. Treatment interventions included aggressive immunosuppression (used for the management of pu… Show more
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