Epidemiological, Clinical, and Severity Characterization of Sickle Cell Disease in a Population from the Brazilian Amazon

ConclusionOur results represent the first comprehensive characterization of epidemiological, laboratorial, and clinical data of SCD in the region of the Brazilian Amazon. Despite the higher contribution of Amerindian ancestry previously demonstrated in this region, the main clinical characteristics of SCD seem similar to those reported in other populations.
Source: Hematology Oncology and Stem Cell Therapy - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research