Priapism in Sickle Cell Anemia: Emerging Mechanistic Understanding and Better Preventative Strategies

Sickle cell anemia is a common and disabling disorder profoundly affecting mortality as well as quality of life. Up to 35% of men with sickle cell disease are affected by painful, prolonged erections termed ischemic priapism. A priapic episode may result in fibrosis and permanent erectile dysfunctio...

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Main Authors: Genevieve M. Crane, Nelson E. Bennett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2011-01-01
Series:Anemia
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/297364
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