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P Baghdasaryan

Characterization of Neuropathic Pain in Sickle Cell Disease

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2017.164
Pages: 
503–9
Synopsis: 
This study sought to identify the amount of nociceptive, affective and neuropathic pain components in sickle cell disease (SCD) in Grenada, West Indies. Characterization of pain in SCD will contribute to increased awareness and promote the development of adequate and effective pain management guidelines.

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Accepted: 
09 Oct, 2017
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e-Published: 05 Oct, 2017

Epidemiology of the Sickle Cell Disease in Grenada: A Comparison with Haiti, Jamaica and United States of America

Issue: 
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2017.129
Pages: 
491–6
Synopsis: 
This study estimates the average prevalence, case-fatality rate and cause-specific mortality rate of SCD in Grenada, West Indies, and compares the epidemiology to that in the United States of America and elsewhere in the Caribbean.

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Objective: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a multifaceted, chronic disease severely affecting the quality of life of patients and their families. In addition, it is becoming a costly public health concern. In comparing the epidemiology, management and outcome of SCD in the United States of America and the Caribbean, this article aimed to promote awareness of SCD and the need for adequate treatment.

Accepted: 
12 Jun, 2017
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e-Published: 11 Jul, 2017
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