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Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP)

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) - What is it for

HSP is a vasculitis a condition where small blood vessels (capillaries) in the skin, bowels, joints and kidneys become inflamed.

HSP is the most common blood vessel inflammation in children aged between 5 and 15. It is 2 times more common in boys than in girls and affects approximately 20/100,000 children per year.

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) - Preparing for surgery

Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP) - Post-surgery care

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