Understanding the burden of pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency

Описание: A number of long-term complications are associated with pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency, a rare enzyme deficiency that affects red blood cells (RBCs). One of the most typical complications associated with PK deficiency is iron overload. It can happen both because of repeated transfusions as well as by the disease itself. Other possible complications include gallstones and pulmonary hypertension and thrombotic events. Here, three doctors describe the possible complications of PK deficiency and the overall burden of the disease.

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