Southeast Asian ovalocytosis
MONDO:0008165Southeast Asian ovalocytosis (SAO) is a rare hereditary red cell membrane defect characterized by the presence of oval-shaped erythrocytes and with most patients being asymptomatic or occasionally manifesting with mild symptoms such as pallor, jaundice, anemia and gallstones.
Also known as: hereditary ovalocytosis, Melanesian elliptocytosis, Melanesian ovalocytosis, SAO, ovalocytosis, SA type, sao, stomatocytic elliptocytosis, elliptocytosis 4
9 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could an Iron-Removing pill protect the brain after a burst aneurysm?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether the drug deferiprone can safely lower iron levels in the brain after a bleeding aneurysm. About 66 adults who had a ruptured aneurysm will receive either deferiprone or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will measure iron in spinal fluid, brain MRI scans,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood treatment could block zika in transfusions
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a special treatment for red blood cells that aims to kill the Zika virus, making transfusions safer. About 692 people who need blood transfusions will receive either treated or standard blood. The goal is to see if the treated blood works just as well and is safe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cerus Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC