The role of the carotid doppler examination in the evaluation of atherosclerotic changes in beta thalassemia patients

Conclusion:  Carotid  Doppler is very useful method in measurement of cIMT that increased in thalassemic patients which  shows a strong relationship with features of iron overload. We recommend the routine use of Doppler measurement of cIMT in these patients to predict early atherosclerotic changes as well as in the follow-up to prevent progression of atherosclerosis. 
Source: Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases - Category: Hematology Source Type: research