The study represents an important step toward more effectively treating certain patients with sickle cell disease who need frequent blood transfusions and currently have few options. (sciencedaily.com)
• Sickle cell disease affects more than 80,000 people in the U.S. Sickle cell patients can require frequent blood transfusions throughout their lives. (sciencedaily.com)
If your child's chance of having a stroke is high or he has severe sickle cell symptoms, he may be given frequent blood transfusions. (babycenter.com)