Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5913465 | Blood Cells, Molecules, and Diseases | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In conclusion, long-term iron chelation therapy with Deferiprone was associated with efficacy and safety similar to that of Deferoxamine. Therefore, in patients with Sickle-Cell-Disease, Deferiprone may represent an effective long-term treatment option.
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Authors
Giusi Calvaruso, Angela Vitrano, Rosario Di Maggio, Samir Ballas, Martin H. Steinberg, Paolo Rigano, Massimiliano Sacco, Paul Telfer, Disma Renda, Rita Barone, Aurelio Maggio,