The number of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) has increased in Italy in the past decade due to immigration. In spite of the established efficacy of hydroxyurea (HU) in childhood, population-based data regarding its prescription and effectiveness come mainly from studies performed in adults or outside Europe.

Hydroxyurea prescription, availability and use for children with sickle cell disease in Italy: Results of a National Multicenter survey

Bonetti, Elisa;Cesaro, Simone;
2018-01-01

Abstract

The number of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) has increased in Italy in the past decade due to immigration. In spite of the established efficacy of hydroxyurea (HU) in childhood, population-based data regarding its prescription and effectiveness come mainly from studies performed in adults or outside Europe.
2018
Italy; children; hydroxyurea; sickle cell disease; usage
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