VITAMIN D STATUS IN THALASSEMIA MAJOR: AN UPDATE
The survival of patients with thalassemia major has progressively improved with advances in therapy; however, osteoporosis and cardiac dysfunction remain frequent complications. Adequate circulating levels of vitamin D are essential for optimal skeletal health and reducing fracture risk. Vitamin D d...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2013-09-01
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Series: | Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | http://www.mjhid.org/index.php/mjhid/article/view/416 |