Essential Thrombocytosis: A Case Report

A 50 year old female presented with, tightness of chest and restlessness. Sometimes difficulties in breathing, headache, insomnia and burning sensation felt in the hands and feet. Initially it appears to be a case of ischaemic heart diseases but finally haematological profile reveals it as 'Essential Thrombocytosis' - a rare disease. Key words: Essential thrombocytosis; clonal disorder; mutation. DOI: 10.3329/jdmc.v18i2.6284 J Dhaka Med Coll. 2009; 18(2) : 183-184