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Case 72 – case A
Evening. This week we are going to do some short cases based around morphology. The aim is for this to be a quick fire week, with lots of interesting pictures! We would welcome any contribution from our followers too – so tweet in a picture … Continue reading
Case 34 – summary
This was a varied case centered around an unwell patient with sickle cell anaemia post surgery. There were a number of themes to cover in this case reminding us that patients with sickle cell anaemia can be complex and require … Continue reading
Case 34 – update 4
Our patient with sickle cell anaemia has been investigated for a delayed haemolytic transfusion reaction. However, the reticulocyte count was not elevated and the direct antiglobulin test was not positive as would be expected. Similarly there was no new antibody … Continue reading
Case 34 – update 3
Lots of great suggestions via #teamhaem. Patients with sickling disorders need careful attention when operations are being planned. They should be carefully pre-assesed with involvement of haematologists and anaesthetists. Important points include: Respiratory function post op – high risk of … Continue reading
Case 34 – update 2
We have a patient with sickle cell anaemia post op who is now more anaemic. She also has a sickle cell crisis with abdominal pain. She has a rather elevated CRP which may be post op or due to the … Continue reading
Case 34 – update 1
Thanks for all of the great contributions on Twitter via #teamhaem We have initiated basic treatment for patients with a potential sickle cell crisis: Oxygen if hypoxic Hydration Analgesia Keep warm Low threshold for antibiotics Septic screen Our patients investigations show: … Continue reading
Case 17 – update 2
So the team are worried about haemolytic anaemia. The blood film is made. Questions: What does the film show? Does this help us out? Please reply on Twitter and always include #teamhaem to allow others to follow your comments. Please … Continue reading
Case 8 – summary
Summary of case 8 – PNH This case demonstrated presenting symptoms of haemolytic anaemia. This was indicated by a low HB, raised LDH, raised reticulocytes, elevated bilirubin, and low haptoglobin levels. A negative DAT suggests that this is not an … Continue reading
Posted in Anaemia
Tagged Aplastic anaemia, CD55, CD59, Flow cytometry, GPI anchored proteins, haemolysis, haemolytic anaemia, PNH
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