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Sickle Cell Anemia Management Guide by Rommel Montero Ricio is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses sickle cell anemia management. It covers screening, prevention, immunizations, common complications, and disease-modifying therapies for sickle cell disease. Key points include screening children for stroke risk starting at age 2, annual eye exams at age 10, vaccinating against pneumonia, and treating vasoocclusive crises and acute chest syndrome promptly with hydration and antibiotics. Managing complications like fever, gallstones, and priapism are also addressed.
- Author
- Rommel Montero Ricio
- Language
- EN