Hereditary hemochromatosis
- 1 December 1997
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Postgraduate Medicine
- Vol. 102 (6) , 83-94
- https://doi.org/10.3810/pgm.1997.12.378
Abstract
Hereditary hemochromatosis, once thought to be rare, is the most common genetic disorder in the United States. Nonetheless, the condition often goes undetected and untreated until its severe effects have become apparent. What clues can lead you to the diagnosis, and how can you spot them in your patients, before significant morbidity has occurred? In this article, Drs McDonnell and Witte discuss the diagnosis and management of this underrecognized problem as well as the various issues involved in screening. An illustrative case of hemochromatosis is also included.Keywords
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