Survey Finds Variation in Practice Patterns for Neuroimaging in Sickle Cell Anemia
Survey finds variation in practice patterns for obtaining MRI/MRA for stroke prevention and monitoring in patients with sickle cell anemia.
Sickle Cell Disease
Medical Marijuana Tied to Fewer Admissions in Sickle Cell Disease
But no change in opioid use observed for those receiving medical marijuana certification.
ASH 2020 Guidelines: Management of Acute and Chronic Pain in Sickle Cell Disease
The American Society of Hematology released their evidence-based 2020 guidelines on the management of acute and chronic pain in sickle cell disease.
Does Inhaled Cannabis Reduce Pain in Adults With Sickle Cell Disease?
Investigators aimed to determine whether vaporized cannabis would reduce symptoms of chronic pain in adult patients with sickle cell disease.
Pre‐Implantation Genetic Diagnosis Effective for Sickle Cell Disease Transmission Prevention
Couples that are at high risk of having offspring with SCD should be offered pre‐implantation genetic diagnosis treatment to prevent disease transmission.
Comparison of Fixed-Dose, Dose-Escalated Hydroxyurea in Pediatric Sickle Cell Anemia
Investigators compared fixed dose and dose escalation administration of hydroxyurea in pediatric patients with sickle cell anemia.
Graft, Survival Outcomes After Liver Transplant in Patients With Sickle Cell Disease
Investigators analyzed graft and survival outcomes among patients with SCD who received liver transplants.
How Do Sleep Disturbances in Sickle Cell Disease Affect Executive, Psychological Functioning?
For patients with SCD, anxiety significantly mediates the effect of sleep disturbances on executive functioning more than depression.
Baseline Patient-Reported Outcomes in Sickle Cell Disease
A report from the Sickle Cell Disease Implementation Consortium assessed patient-reported outcomes and clinical and psychosocial factors in SCD.
ASH 2020 Clinical Guidelines: Sickle Cell Disease and Cerebrovascular Disease
ASH published new clinical guidelines on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of CNS complications for children and adults with sickle cell disease.
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