Seeing haemoglobin SC: Challenging the misperceptions

Historically understudied and regarded as a mild type of sickle cell disease, HbSC can be associated with significant, progressive complications. Prospective studies are urgently needed to address treatment gaps for HbSC disease. Commentary on: Nelson et al. The clinical spectrum of HbSC sickle cell...

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Published in:British journal of haematology 2024-08, Vol.205 (2), p.404-405
Main Authors: Segbefia, Catherine, Luchtman‐Jones, Lori
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
HbC gene
HbSC
Hemoglobin
Sickle cell disease
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Summary:Historically understudied and regarded as a mild type of sickle cell disease, HbSC can be associated with significant, progressive complications. Prospective studies are urgently needed to address treatment gaps for HbSC disease. Commentary on: Nelson et al. The clinical spectrum of HbSC sickle cell disease‐not a benign condition. Br J Haematol 2024;205:653‐663.
ISSN:0007-1048
1365-2141
1365-2141
DOI:10.1111/bjh.19580