The Effect of Anemia in Infancy on the Microbiome and Systemic Metabolism
AnemiaIron-deficiency1 moreSerum and fecal samples were collected from infants at either 6-7 m of age or 12-13 m of age. Serum and feces were analyzed locally for hemoglobin status or evidence of parasites, and standard of care was provided. Excess serum was transported to UC Davis for metabolomics analysis and the University of Hohenheim for iron status assessment and measurement of inflammatory markers. Fecal samples were transported to UC Davis for measurement of the microbiome structure and function.
Comparison of Blood Sampling Methods for Hemoglobin Measurement
AnemiaThis study is designed to inform The DHS Program on whether there are variations in hemoglobin concentration using the DHS standard technique of a single drop of capillary blood and alternative blood sources (pooled capillary and venous blood) using the HemoCue 201+ analyzer compared to venous blood using a clinical hematology autoanalyzer. Research Objectives: To determine if there are differences in the hemoglobin concentration between a single drop of capillary blood (blood drop #3) and a pooled drop of capillary blood measured on the HemoCue 201+ analyzer in apparently healthy non-pregnant women age 15-49 and children age 6-59 months in a controlled setting (i.e., blood specimens are collected in a laboratory setting). To determine if there are differences in the hemoglobin concentration between a single drop of capillary blood (blood drop #3) measured on the HemoCue 201+ analyzer against venous blood measured on HemoCue 201+ analyzer and a clinical autoanalyzer in apparently healthy non-pregnant women age 15-49 and children age 6-59 months in a controlled and field setting. To determine if there are differences in the hemoglobin concentration between a pooled drop of capillary blood measured on the HemoCue 201+ analyzer against venous blood measured on HemoCue 201+ analyzer and a clinical autoanalyzer in apparently healthy non-pregnant women age 15-49 and children age 6-59 months in a controlled and field setting. To compare results of hemoglobin distribution and estimates of anemia prevalence using two types of capillary blood (single drop and pooled) and venous blood measured on the HemoCue 201+ analyzer and a clinical autoanalyzer using venous blood in a controlled and field setting.
Quality Assurance on Anemia Management in Patients With Solid Tumors and Malignant Lymphoma
AnemiaIron Deficiency2 moreThe aim of the study is to analyze the implementation of the 2018 updated ESMO Guideline in patients with tumor diseases as well as the corre-sponding recommendations of the Onkopedia Guideline and the S3 Guide-line Supportive Therapy in routine clinical practice in Germany. To this end, a nationwide, representative, retrospective patient documen-tation will be conducted to observe the current practice of anemia man-agement in hospitals and among office-based physicians.
Retrospective Study on the Incidence and Management of Anemia in Oncology
AnemiaCancerThe incidence of anemia ranges from 20 to 75% depending on the type of cancer. It is often present at diagnosis and increases with specific treatments. It has an impact on overall survival and quality of life. Its origins are multiple (pure iron deficiency or functional, malnutrition, dyserythropoiesis, insufficiency renal, hemolysis, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted therapies). Transfusion is the most common treatment offered in the management of anemia. The incidence of anemia and its consequences are often underestimated during cancer management. Recommendations were published in 2012. An inventory of the incidence of anemia before and after the publication of these recommendations are proposed in order to assess their impact on daily practice.
Iron Deficiency and Anemia in Cardiac Surgery
AnemiaCardiac SurgeryAnemia and preoperative iron deficit in cardiac surgery are associated by an increased volume of transfusion and an increase in complications and/or mortality. Recent studies have shown that EPO and iron administration the days preceding the operation results in a reduction of perioperative transfusion for patients with preoperative anemia.
Causes of Anemia Among Women of Reproductive Age
AnemiaThe goal of this observational study is to assess the causes of anemia in women of reproductive age. The main questions it aims to answer are: What are the causes of anemia among women of reproductive age? What is the contribution of iron deficiency to overall anemia? What is the prevalence of hemoglobinopathies among women of reproductive age with anemia? Participants will be asked to respond to the interview questions, and provide blood, urine, and stool samples.
The Spleen in Sickle Cell Anemia and Sickle Cell Thalassemia
Sickle Cell AnemiaThalassemiaThe spleen in Sickle Cell Anemia and Sickle Cell Thalassemia is usually enlarged in the first years of life but the immune protection provided is considered insufficient. In homozygous Sickle cell patients the spleen usually developed recurrent infarcts and after the first decade of age become fibrotic. Acute splenic sequestration is also frequent in those patients and this is considered as an indication for splenectomy. In comparison in Sickle cell thalassemia patients, hypersplenism is more frequent. The purpose of this study is to compare the clinical and laboratory issues related to the spleen in two groups of Sickle cell patients.
An Observational Study of Epoetin Beta [Neorecormon] to Evaluate the Quality of Life in Patients...
AnemiaThis multicenter, prospective, observational study will evaluate the quality of life and the factors that influence the quality of life of epoetin beta [Neorecormon] in patients with renal chronic anemia, who are on dialysis. For each eligible patient data will be collected for 6 months. Target sample size is 5000-7000 patients.
Sickle Cell Anemia Screening and Prevention in Northern Israel
ThalassemiaSickle Cell AnemiaSince 1987, a screening for β Thalassemia in pregnant women is carried on in northern Israel, and from 1999 all the samples were tested also for Hgb S, Hgb C, Hgb D, Hgb O Arab and others. In this study, the investigators intend to summarize the results of this preventive program aiming to detect couples at risk for having offspring with Thalassemia or SCA, the compliance regard to genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis and the incidence of new affected babies born.
Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Sickle Cell Anemia Patients Admitted With Fever
Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle Cell ThalassemiaThis study will summarized the clinical and laboratory data and the outcome of all the patients suffering from Sickle Cell Anemia (Including Sickle cell thalassemia) admitted to the pediatric ward.