Computed and Subjective Blue Scleral Color Analysis as a Diagnostic Tool for Iron Deficiency: A Pilot Study

Computed and Subjective Blue Scleral Color Analysis as a Diagnostic Tool for Iron Deficiency: A Pilot Study

Iron deficiency (ID) is the most common nutritional deficiency. ID diagnosis requires ferritin measurement because clinical findings are poor and nonspecific. We studied the diagnostic value of blue sclera, which was scarcely reported as a specific and sensitive sign of ID. We enrolled 74 patients s...

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Main Authors: Hervé Lobbes, Julien Dehos, Bruno Pereira, Guillaume Le Guenno, Laurent Sarry, Marc Ruivard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-11-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
sclera
iron metabolism disorders
anemia
roc curve
smartphone
diagnostic imaging
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/8/11/1876

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