Anemia and Iron Deficiency in Cancer Patients: Role of Iron Replacement Therapy

Anemia in cancer patients is quite common, with remarkable negative impacts on quality of life and overall prognosis. The pathogenesis is complex and typically multifactorial, with iron deficiency (ID) often being a major and potentially treatable contributor. In turn, ID in cancer patients can be d...

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Main Authors: Fabiana Busti, Giacomo Marchi, Sara Ugolini, Annalisa Castagna, Domenico Girelli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-09-01
Series:Pharmaceuticals
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/11/4/94