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Papers: 7 Dec 24 - 13 Dec 24


2024 Dec 08


NEJM Evid


39647172

Hydroxyurea for Children and Adults with Hemoglobin SC Disease.

Authors

Dei-Adomakoh YA, Segbefia CI, Latham TS, Lane AC, Dzefi-Tettey K, Amissah-Arthur K, Corquaye O, Korang L, Mensah E, Ekpale P, Ghunney W, Tagoe LG, Oteng A, Amoako E, Schandorf E, Bankas E, Awuku NA, Seedah D, Stuber SE, Smart LR, Ware RE

Abstract

Hemoglobin SC (HbSC) is a common sickle hemoglobinopathy that causes acute complications, chronic organ damage, and early death with no established disease-modifying treatment. In this trial, we examined the safety and efficacy of hydroxyurea treatment in patients with HbSC.