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Congenital hemolytic anemia
Introduction
Synonyms and keywords: Hereditary hemolytic anemia
Overview
Overview
Congenital hemolytic anemia refers to hemolytic anemia which is primarily due to congenital disorders.[1]
Historical Perspective
Historical Perspective
Classification
Classification
Types include:
- Genetic conditions of the RBC membrane:
- Genetic conditions of RBC metabolism (enzyme defects):
- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD or favism)
- Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- Hemoglobinopathies[2]/genetic conditions of hemoglobin:
Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology
Causes
Causes
Differentiating Congenital hemolytic anemia from Other Diseases
Differentiating Congenital hemolytic anemia from Other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Screening
Screening
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Natural History
Complications
Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Prevention
References
References
- ↑ Rahman SA, Jamal CY (2002). “Congenital hemolytic anemia in Bangladesh: types and clinical manifestations”. Indian Pediatr. 39 (6): 574–7. PMID 12084953. Unknown parameter
|month=ignored (help) - ↑ Shah A (2004). “Hemoglobinopathies and other congenital hemolytic anemia”. Indian J Med Sci. 58 (11): 490–3. PMID 15567909. Unknown parameter
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