Thalassemia major is a hereditary hemoglobinopathy characterized by ineffective erythropoiesis and severe anemia, necessitating lifelong blood transfusions(1,2). Regular transfusions lead to iron overload, a primary driver of growth retardation in affected children. Iron accumulation in tissues like the pituitary and liver disrupts growth hormone secretion and insulin-like growth factor-1 production.
Age range
12 Months – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Growth parameters: Z-scores for height-for-age, weight-for-age, BMI-for-age
Timeframe: 1 year