Complications of sickle cell anaemia in children in Northwestern Tanzania

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Authors

Hamza Saidi · Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Luke R. Smart · Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences

Erasmus Kamugisha · Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences

Emmanuela E. Ambrose · Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences

Deogratias Soka · Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Robert N. Peck · Cornell University

Abstract

Children with SCA receiving care in Tanzania are diagnosed late, hospitalized frequently, and have severe complications. Opportunities exist to improve care through wider access to screening and diagnosis as well as better coordination of comprehensive care.

Topics & Keywords

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

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Hematology

Volume 21, Issue 4, pp. 248-256

DOI: 10.1080/10245332.2015.1101976

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