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Management of Stroke in Sickle Cell Disease
Mulago National Referral Hospital
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The document outlines the definitions of stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) as per WHO guidelines. It provides an overview of sickle cell disease (SCD), its epidemiology in Uganda, and the types of strokes associated with SCD. The document emphasizes the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment, including blood transfusions and hydroxyurea, as well as preventive measures such as transcranial Doppler screening.
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