How do you manage a patient with sickle cell disease during pregnancy?
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In sickle cell patients not on routine transfusions, what Hb/HbS level do you target during pregnancy?
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Hematology · University of Maryland
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I refer all pregnant women with SCD to maternofetal medicine/high risk pregnancy clinic for more frequent monitoring. I recommend a baby aspirin for preeclampsia prevention (see UK guidelines). I recommend folic acid 4 mg. If they do have iron overload, I do not recommend iron supplementation. For a...
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Hematology · Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
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I largely agree with the above answers and comments with a few additions and modifying comments.
- In addition to SCD specific measures, it is imperative to regard pregnancy in this setting as high risk comprehensively. Vigilance for and management of other high risk aspects like hypertension, infect...
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