Title: An Unusual Presentation of Sickled Cell Anemia with Splenomegaly –A Case Report
Authors: Dr K.Shalini , Dr K.Ambedkar Raj MD, Dr V. Sarada
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v7i1.52
Abstract
Introduction
Sickle cell anemia is very common single gene disorder. 50% of world population affected by sickle cell anemia resides in India. The average frequency of sickle cell gene ranges between 22-44%. High prevalence has been found in various tribal community of India. Splenomegaly usually evident at six months of age but undergoes autosplenectomy by 8 years of age.
