Neurological Manifestations of Hemoglobinopathies
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Hemoglobinopathies are among the most common inherited diseases around the world. Neurological manifestations in hemoglobinopathies may range from mild symptoms to serious complications. Early diagnosis and proper management of the basic disease require specialised hematological experties. In this review we discuss the current neurological manifestations, the management and prevention.
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