التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
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Genetic haemochromatosis: diagnosis and treatment of an iron overload disorder. |
| المؤلفون: |
Johnson, Martin, Mortimore, Gerri |
| المصدر: |
Nursing Standard; Nov2022, Vol. 37 Issue 11, p77-82, 6p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
HEMOCHROMATOSIS diagnosis, HEMOCHROMATOSIS, GENETIC mutation, GENETICS, PHLEBOTOMY, GENETIC testing, IRON overload, SYMPTOMS |
| مصطلحات جغرافية: |
UNITED Kingdom |
| مستخلص: |
Why you should read this article: • To increase your awareness and understanding of genetic haemochromatosis, an iron overload disorder • To recognise the signs and symptoms of genetic haemochromatosis • To enhance your ability to support patients who require life-long treatment for genetic haemochromatosis Genetic haemochromatosis is a potentially serious iron overload disorder, yet there is a lack of awareness of the condition among the public and many healthcare professionals. In the UK, around one in 150 people have the genetic mutations that cause the condition, meaning that they are at increased risk of developing iron overload. If undiagnosed, prolonged iron overload can lead to liver, heart and endocrine failure and may be fatal; however, early diagnosis, treatment and maintenance can enable patients to have a normal lifespan. This article provides an overview of genetic haemochromatosis, including its types, origins, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, screening and treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| قاعدة البيانات: |
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