Hydroxyurea - Pathophysiology and Benefits in Sickle ...

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Hydroxyurea - Pathophysiology and Benefits in Sickle Cell Disease
 • Decreases number of pain crises ( 4.5 vs. 2.4)
 • Decreases hospitalizations (2.4 vs. 1)
 • Fewer ACS ( 35% vs. 24%)
 • Fewer transfusions
Possible end organ benefit and decreased mortality

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Dr. Gerald Diaz

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