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Absence of hydroxyurea-induced mutational effects supports higher utilisation for the treatment of sickle cell anaemia.
British journal of haematology - 1 Jul 2021
Ware Russell E, Dertinger Stephen D
Abstract excerpt
Hydroxyurea (hydroxycarbamide) is approved for treating both children and adults with sickle cell anaemia (SCA). Fetal haemoglobin (HbF) induction is the primary treatment response, along with improved anaemia, reduced haemolysis, myelosuppression and decreased endothelial inflammation. Hydroxyurea has proven clinical efficacy for SCA - treatment significantly reduces disease manifestations and prolongs survival....
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