Prevalence of Stroke in Individuals with Sickle Cell Disease Pre- and during Hydroxyurea Uses: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study in Tanzania
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that leads to a variety of complications, including stroke. The use of hydroxyurea (HU) is reported to lessen the frequency and burden of stroke in SCD patients. However, less is known about the prevalence of stroke in SCD patients pre- and du...
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| Main Authors: | Belinda Nestory Moshi, Erick G. Philipo, Nancy F. Kileo, Joseph Matobo, Emili Yondu, Dionis Ikunda, Daniel Kandonga, Koga M. Luhulla, Manase Kilonzi |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Advances in Hematology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/7950925 |
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