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April 5, 2026Expert Review of Hematology0 citations

Health-related quality of life and associated factors in Chinese pediatric patients with β-thalassemia major receiving transfusion and iron chelation therapy: a cross-sectional study

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HLHaiyan LiangYYYang YangLPLin Pan

Key Points

  • The study aims to identify factors influencing health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in pediatric patients with β-thalassemia major receiving treatment.
  • Conducted a cross-sectional study among pediatric patients with β-thalassemia major.
  • Evaluated the impact of blood transfusion and iron chelation on HRQOL.
  • Assessed nutritional status and comorbidities in relation to HRQOL.
  • Identified significant associations between nutritional status and HRQOL.
  • Highlighted the need for better management of comorbidities to improve patient outcomes.

Abstract

Standardized treatment involving blood transfusion and iron chelation therapy in β-TM patients requires further enhancement. Additionally, improving nutritional status and preventing and treating comorbidities may benefit patients' HRQOL.

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Liang et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d1fdd4a79560c99a0a40f9https://doi.org/10.1080/17474086.2026.2654712
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