Guideline for the management of conception and pregnancy in thalassaemia syndromes : a British Society for Haematology guideline
Abstract
This comprehensive guideline, developed by a representative group of UK-based medical experts specialising in haemoglobinopathies, addresses the management of conception and pregnancy in patients with thalassaemia. A systematic search of PubMed and EMBASE using specific keywords, formed the basis of the literature review. Key terms included "thalassaemia," "pregnancy," "Cooley's anaemia," "Mediterranean anaemia," and others, covering aspects such as fertility, iron burden and ultrasonography. The guideline underwent rigorous review by prominent organisations, including the Endocrine Society, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), the United Kingdom Thalassaemia Society and the British Society of Haematology (BSH) guideline writing group. Additional feedback was solicited from a sounding board of UK haematologists, ensuring a thorough and collaborative approach. The objective of the guideline is to equip healthcare professionals with precise recommendations for managing conception and pregnancy in patients with thalassaemia.
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Date
2024-05-07
Type
Article
Subject
Haematology, Obstetrics. Midwifery
Citation
Shah FT, Nicolle S, Garg M, Pancham S, Lieberman G, Anthony K, Mensah AK. Guideline for the management of conception and pregnancy in thalassaemia syndromes: A British Society for Haematology Guideline. Br J Haematol. 2024 May 7. doi: 10.1111/bjh.19362
Journal / Source Title
British Journal of Haematology
DOI
10.1111/bjh.19362
PMID
38715390
Publisher
Wiley