Several studies have shown that high blood levels of iron are associated with an increased risk of suffering heart attacks and cancers, particularly those of the esophagus and bladder
To assess the literature for the impact of iron overload and infusion Iron Chelation Therapy (ICT) on patients' quality of life (QoL), and the availability of QoL instruments for patients undergoing infusion ICT.
Possible diet & genetic interaction was investigated by testing iron absorption of carriers for the genetic mutation for hemochromatosis,
Resources
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CDC Hemochromatosis Brochure
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