A Comparative Analysis of Hydroxyurea Treatment on Coagulation Profile Among Sickle Cell Anaemia Children in Lagos, Nigeria

Conclusion: HU modulates the D-dimer and TAT levels of children living with SCA toward the normal reference range, thus reducing the risk of hypercoagulability and associated sequelae. Therefore, continuous advocacy for HU use should entail close monitoring of adverse effects.

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Main Authors: Blessing E. Kene-Udemezue, Abideen O. Salako, Adeseye M. Akinsete, Oluwatosin O. Odubela, Titilope A. Adeyemo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2024-01-01
Series:Advances in Hematology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/ah/5002373
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