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Hereditary hemochromatosis: a review of the genetics, mechanism, diagnosis, and treatment of iron overload.
Comprehensive therapy - 1 Jan 2006
Wheeler Cathrine J, Kowdley Kris V
Abstract excerpt
Hereditary hemochromatosis is a relatively common genetic disorder characterized by excess dietary iron absorption and deposition in tissues with resulting end-organ damage. Early diagnosis and initiation of therapeutic phlebotomy can provide a normal life expectancy for affected individuals.
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