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Normocytic anemia.

J R Brill1, D J Baumgardner

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin Medical School, Milwaukee, USA. jbrill@fammed.wisc.edu

American Family Physician
|December 29, 2000
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Anemia, particularly normocytic anemia, is common in older adults and hospitalized patients. Evaluation involves history, physical exam, and basic tests to guide treatment, which may include recombinant human erythropoietin.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Hematology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Anemia prevalence increases with age, affecting up to 44% of men over 85.
  • Normocytic anemia is the most common type, with anemia of chronic disease prevalent in hospitalized adults.

Observation:

  • Evaluation starts with history, physical examination, and basic diagnostic studies like red blood cell distribution width, corrected reticulocyte index, and peripheral blood smear.
  • Further testing is guided by initial results to ensure efficient diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Anemia of chronic disease is the most frequent cause of normocytic anemia.
  • Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause.

Implications:

  • Accurate and efficient diagnosis is crucial to avoid unnecessary tests.

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  • Recombinant human erythropoietin represents a recent advance in anemia treatment.
  • Management aims to correct treatable causes and alleviate symptoms.