From: S1 guidelines “lumbar puncture and cerebrospinal fluid analysis” (abridged and translated version)
Thrombocyte count /μL | Procedure for a planned LP |
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> 50,000 | If there are no other contraindications. |
10,000–50,000 | Relative contraindication. An increased risk of bleeding is to be expected. Substitute thrombocytes if necessary. |
< 10,000 | Absolute contraindication. Thrombocyte substitution before LP mandatory. |