Pathogenesis of Lung Disease in Sickle Hemoglobinopathies

摘要: Pulmonary complications are major contributors to acute morbidity in patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), and the long run, lung involvement constitutes a paramount determinant of survival. Most patient care research has been directed toward general hematologic aspects SCD result that pulmonary this disorder remain poorly understood. In part reflects fact consequences have received little attention by clinicians investigators interested circulation. This workshop was convened promote exchange ideas among hematologists experienced problems presented physicians background vascular disorders. The intent summarize current knowledge concerning syndromes develop about what should be done clinically investigatively better understanding treatment area.