|
|
|
|
The unmodifiable risk factors for traumatic and bloody LP include black race, age younger than 1 year, a traumatic or bloody previous LP performed within the past 2 weeks, and a previous LP performed when the platelet count was 50 x 103/¦L o r less. Modifiable risk factors include procedural factors reflected in treatment ear, platelet count of 100 x 103/¦L or less, an interval of 15 days of less between LPs, and a less experienced practitioner. |
|