The following is a summary of “Assessment of ferritin and hepcidin levels in splenectomised and non-splenectomised ...

Researchers recently examined how different iron chelation medications—deferoxamine ... health in patients with transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia.

Iron chelation therapy: Iron overload is a common complication of thalassemia, and iron chelation therapy is often used to remove excess iron from the body. However, during pregnancy, the use of ...

Thalassemia and sickle cell anaemia are common genetic disorders in India. Early testing, prenatal screening, and improved ...

Norah Awad has lived with beta thalassemia major, a severe blood disorder that has required monthly transfusions since she ...

Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia are common genetic disorders, with options for treatment and prevention available.

Thalassemia major patients require ‘life long’ blood transfusions once every 15-20 days, and iron chelation therapy, leading to substantial financial and social costs for families and the ...