Beta-Thalassemia Major and Female Fertility: The Role of Iron and Iron-Induced Oxidative Stress
Endocrine complications due to haemosiderosis are present in a significant number of patients with beta-thalassemia major (BTM) worldwide and often become barriers in their desire for parenthood. Thus, although spontaneous fertility can occur, the majority of females with BTM is infertile due to hyp...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2013-01-01
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Series: | Anemia |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/617204 |
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