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EMERGENCY MEDICINE CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
Volume 36, Issue 3, Pages 567-+Publisher
W B SAUNDERS CO-ELSEVIER INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.emc.2018.04.002
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Sickle cell disease; Acute chest syndrome; Aplastic crisis; Splenic sequestration; Sickle cell anemia
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Emergency providers are likely to encounter sickle cell disease-related emergencies. The pathophysiology of emergent complaints is usually related to either an acute anemia or a vasoocclusive crisis. Differentiating between the two is the first step in the workup. Anemic crises must then be differentiated by the source. Vasoocclusive crises must be appropriately treated with aggressive pain management, gentle hydration, and other appropriate adjuncts. Early recognition and treatment are key in providing excellent emergency care to those with sickle cell disease.
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