Desire for parenthood and reproductive health knowledge in adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease and their caregivers

ConclusionsBiological parenthood was important to this cohort yet fertility and reproductive health knowledge was low, suggesting that clinicians should prioritize conversations about infertility risk and birth control options with AYA with SCD on hydroxyurea and their caregivers.  More research is needed to identify optimal approaches to these discussions.

Source: Pediatric Blood and Cancer - September 25, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Leena Nahata, Nicole M. Caltabellotta, Kyle Ball, Sarah H. O'Brien, Susan E. Creary Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research