Publications by authors named "Hauwa Aminu"

Oral iron supplementation in iron deficient children with sickle cell anemia and normal transcranial Doppler ultrasound (TCD) velocities does not reduce arterial flow in the middle cerebral artery.

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Strokes in children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) are associated with significant morbidity and premature death. Primary stroke prevention in children with SCA involves screening for abnormal transcranial Doppler (TCD) velocity coupled with regular blood transfusion therapy for children with abnormal velocities, for at least one year. However, in Africa, where the majority of children with SCA live, regular blood transfusions are not feasible due to inadequate supply of safe blood, cost, and the reluctance of caregivers to accept transfusion therapy for their children.

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