Sessions at the conference will focus on the physiology of ITP, the latest information about current diagnostics and therapies, and the special challenge of managing ITP during pregnancy. St. Michael s Hospital. PDSA was established in 1998 in an effort to expand awareness of the disease and possible treatments, and to enhance the lives of patients with ITP and other platelet disorders. The conference is supported through educational grants from Nabi and the Daisy Foundation. Interviews with several researchers, doctors and patients can be arranged before or during the conference by contacting Joan Young.
Complimentary registration is offered to the news media.