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Clinical and biological profile of Sickle Cell Anemia children in a rural area in Central Africa

Gloire Mbayabo
Gert Matthijs
Aimé Lumaka
Paul Kabuyi Lumbala
Chris Van Geet
Valérie Race
Mamy Ngole
Tite Minga Mikobi
Koenraad Devriendt
Prosper Lukusa-Tshilobo

20236 citationsOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

In conclusion, the disease severity of SCA depends on multiple factors. In this study, fetal hemoglobin was the main modulator of the disease severity. These data may also serve as a baseline to initiate HU treatment in this setting.

Research topics

Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders
Iron Metabolism and Disorders
Prenatal Screening and Diagnostics

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1080/16078454.2023.2193770

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