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Query: UMLS:C0240066 (iron deficiency)
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Central retinal vein occlusion has not been reported previously in patients with sickle cell anemia. We describe the case of a 31-year-old man with sickle cell anemia who developed this complication. The search for risk factors for central retinal vein occlusion in this young patient revealed protein S deficiency and a history of iron deficiency. He was treated with anticoagulation therapy, and his vision improved gradually.
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PMID:Central retinal vein occlusion in sickle cell disease. 1498 76