Best way found to treat children with sickle cell anemia in sub-Saharan Africa
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Published in New England Journal of Medicine · View the paper (DOI)
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has found that dose escalation of hydroxyurea treatment is more effective and has similar side effects than a lower fixed dose for children with sickle cell anemia in Uganda. The findings have global implications and could impact use of hydroxyurea worldwide.
Coverage from 3 institutions
- Best way found to treat children with sickle cell anemia in sub-Saharan Africa Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Jun 24, 2020 · first to report
- Researchers discover improved treatment for children with sickle cell anemia Indiana University School of Medicine · Jun 25, 2020
- Researchers find best way to treat children with sickle cell anemia in sub-Saharan Africa Indiana University · Jun 25, 2020