In the clinic. Sickle cell disease

Area of Science:

• Hematology
• Clinical Medicine

Background:

• Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder requiring comprehensive clinical management.
• Effective prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies are crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a clinical overview of sickle cell disease.
• To focus on key aspects of SCD care including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and practice improvement.

Main Methods:

• Content is derived from clinical information and education resources of the American College of Physicians (ACP).
• Resources include Physicians' Information and Education Resource (PIER) and Medical Knowledge and Self Assessment Program (MKSAP).
• Editorial development involves Annals of Internal Medicine editors, ACP's Medical Education and Publishing division, science writers, and physician writers.

Main Results:

• The issue offers a comprehensive clinical overview of sickle cell disease.
• It details prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and practice improvement strategies.
• Patient information resources are also provided.

Conclusions:

• This issue serves as a valuable resource for clinicians managing sickle cell disease.
• It emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to SCD care.
• Access to detailed information is available through referenced ACP resources.