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Review
. 2021 May;28(2):158-162.
doi: 10.1016/j.tracli.2021.01.008. Epub 2021 Jan 27.

Hemophilia care in Africa: Status and challenges

D N Mbanya  1 , S Diop  2 , A N Ndoumba Mintya  3 , M El Kiaby  4
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Review

Hemophilia care in Africa: Status and challenges

D N Mbanya et al. Transfus Clin Biol. 2021 May.

Abstract

Haemophilia care remains challenging especially in resource-limited settings where haemophilia and other non-communicable diseases may not be considered a healthcare priority, in comparison to malaria, HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases. This article is a review of the evolution in haemophilia care in Africa, with focus on countries with varying degrees of care (Cameroon with budding care; Senegal with more evolved care and Egypt with a more longstanding history of care). The indispensable role of the World Federation of Haemophilia is highlighted in all the contexts of care.

Keywords: Africa; Afrique; Haemophilia; Haemophilia care; Hémophilie; Soins de l’hémophilie.

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