Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3984295 | Clinical Radiology | 2007 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited abnormality of the ß-globin chain, which causes a spectrum of haemolytic anaemias. Clinical manifestations in SCD include anaemia, jaundice, recurrent vaso-occlusive crises, and infections (particularly by encapsulated bacteria) due to functional asplenia and cerebrovascular accidents. Radiological investigations play a critical role both in the diagnosis and in the primary prevention of the complications of SCD.
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Authors
G. Madani, A.M. Papadopoulou, B. Holloway, A. Robins, J. Davis, D. Murray,