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Transfusion frequency, ferritin, and carotid intima media thickness in transfusion-dependent thalassemia patients.

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The carotid tunica intima-media thickness (cIMT) is an early marker of atherosclerosis and associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. Endothelial dysfunction also contributed with the increased cardiovascular risk in thalassemia caused by iron accumulation, reduced nitric oxide, and increased lipid peroxidation. Studies about atherosclerosis markers in thalassemia patients show inconsistent results.

Source: PubMed

DOI: 10.3897/folmed.67.e143457

Authors: Rahmat Cahyanur, Muhammad Ikhsan, Shabrina Tadjoedin, Devi Nurfadila Fani

Institution: University of Indonesia

Language: English

Topic: Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4409781954

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