Mena Conference

Learning Objectives

Increase the awareness about Thalassemia disease in children, its symptoms and preventive measures.
Describe the basic genetic differences between alpha-thalassemia and beta-thalassemia.
Describe diagnosis of different thalassemia by general pediatricians.
Describe management of thalassemia in children with beta-thalassemia major.
List the mechanisms and consequences of iron overload and infections associated with beta-thalassemia major.