Sickle cell anemia

Sickle cell anemias are chronic hemolytic diseases that may induce three types of acute accidents: severe anemia, severe bacterial infections, and ischemic vasoocclusive accidents (VOA) caused by sickle-shaped red blood cells obstructing small blood vessels and capillaries. Many diverse complications can occur.

Retinal vein occlusion

Blockage of the retinal vein.


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PMID (PMCID)
14982276
 MALE Adult
Central retinal vein occlusion in sickle cell disease.
Hasan S, Elbedawi M, Castro O, Gladwin M, Palestine A.
South Med J. 2004;97(2):202-4.
Central retinal vein occlusion in sickle cell disease.