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Critical Decisions: Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease – Part Two

By ACEP Now | on November 1, 2013 | 0 Comment
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“Focus On… Critical Decisions: Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease” is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for 1 ACEP Category I credit.

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ACEP News: Vol 32 – No 11 – November 2013

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ACEP makes every effort to ensure that contributors to College-sponsored programs are knowledgeable authorities in their fields. Participants are nevertheless advised that the statements and opinions expressed in this article are provided as guidelines and should not be construed as College policy. The material contained herein is not intended to establish policy, procedure, or a standard of care. The views expressed in this article are those of the contributors and not necessarily the opinion or recommendation of ACEP. The College disclaims any liability or responsibility for the consequences of any actions taken in reliance on those statements or opinions.

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  1. Ellison AM, Shaw K. Management of vasoocclusive pain events in sickle cell disease. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2007;23(11):832-838.
  2. Ballas SK. Management of sickle pain. Curr Opin Hematol. 1997;4:104-111.
  3. Ohene-Frempong K. Indications for red cell transfusion in sickle cell disease. Semin Hematol. 2001;38: 5-13.

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