Epidemiology and treatment of beta thalassemia major in China

Xiaoxiao Xu1, Xuedong Wu1

  • 1Departments of pediatrics Nanfang Hospital Southern Medical University Guangzhou Guangdong China.

Pediatric Investigation
|August 28, 2020
PubMed

Thalassemia, classified as the main types α- and β-thalassemia, is a single gene disorder resulting from globin chain synthesis impairment through the mutation or deletion of globin genes. The incidence of thalassemia is high worldwide, with high associated mortality. Therefore, treatment is important to improve patient outcomes. This paper reviews the current status of β-thalassemia major in China, including its epidemiology and treatment.