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Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research

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    Prevalence of Sickle Cell Retinopathy among Tribal Populations of Biligirirangan Hills, Chamarajanagara


    Dr. Kumar C.K, Dr. N. Maheshwara, Dr Gomadhi Ramanathan, Dr. Bhavana T, Dr. Snehal Ashok Chandanshive
    JCDR. 2024: 1231 -1239

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    Background Sickle cell anaemia is a hereditary condition predominantly marked by persistent haemolytic anaemia & vaso-occlusive episodes. It impacts millions of individuals globally. No tissue or organ is exempt from damage caused by sickle cell illness, including the retina. The objective of this research work is to study the prevalence of sickle cell retinopathy in tribal populations. Methods The present cross-sectional study was conducted among 95 sickle cell anaemia patients coming to the Ophthalmology Department of Chamarajanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Chamarajanagar from January 2024 to July 2024. A detailed history of patients was taken. Most important fundus examination after pupillary dilatation with tropicamide & phenylephrine hydrochloride eye drops, laboratory investigation was also done.

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