ANEMIA

This study tested whether an iron injection works better than iron pills for treating anemia in 200 new mothers within 10 days of giving birth. Participants had mild to moderate anemia and were randomly assigned to receive either a single injection of ferric carboxymaltose or ora…

This study tested whether giving iron supplements daily or weekly works better to prevent anemia in healthy Thai infants aged 6 to 12 months. A total of 287 babies were randomly assigned to receive iron daily or weekly for 3 months, then all switched to weekly for another 3 month…

This study tested whether giving weekly iron and folic acid supplements along with nutrition education and a small cash payment to mothers could reduce anemia in adolescent girls in flood-affected areas of Pakistan. Over 2,100 girls aged 15-19 took part. The goal was to see if th…

This study looked at how well the drug Roxadustat works for anemia in people with diabetic kidney disease stages 3-4. 124 participants took the drug for 24 weeks, and researchers measured changes in hemoglobin and iron levels. The goal was to see if the drug can safely raise red …

This study tested whether dapagliflozin, a drug typically used for diabetes, can slow kidney decline, improve anemia, and support heart health in 100 adults with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for 12 months al…

This study looked at whether giving more red blood cell transfusions (liberal strategy) to extremely low birth weight babies (under 1000 grams) helps them survive without brain damage compared to a more restrictive approach. Over 1800 infants from NICUs were followed until 22-26 …

This study tested a new iron supplement called ferric maltol (given as an oral suspension) against the standard ferrous sulfate liquid in children aged 2 to 17 with iron-deficiency anaemia, and also tested ferric maltol alone in infants aged 1 month to 2 years. The goal was to se…

This small study tested whether a daily iron-rich yeast drink with SOD can improve anemia and skin condition in women aged 18-35. Eleven women with mild anemia drank the supplement for four weeks. Researchers measured blood iron levels and skin-related markers before and after to…

This trial tested a program where community health workers used a tablet app to screen pregnant women in rural India for anemia, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Over 3,400 women took part. The goal was to see if this screening and referral system could lower anemia rates and i…

This study looked at how well MIRCERA works for anemia in people with chronic kidney disease stages 3-4 who are not yet on dialysis. Researchers tracked 144 patients over 12 months to see if their hemoglobin levels stayed in a healthy range. The goal was to gather real-world data…

This study tested a monthly injection of Mircera in 75 adults with chronic kidney disease who were not yet on dialysis and had anemia. The goal was to see if the drug could safely raise and maintain hemoglobin levels. Results showed improvement in hemoglobin during the evaluation…

This study tested a special way to treat donated red blood cells to kill germs, called the INTERCEPT Blood System. It involved 581 people having complex heart surgery who needed blood transfusions. The goal was to see if this treated blood is as safe and works as well as regular …

This study tested whether a once-monthly injection of Mircera works as well as the standard epoetin alfa treatment for managing anemia in people on dialysis. About 233 adults with chronic kidney disease-related anemia participated. The goal was to see if Mircera could keep hemogl…

This study compared two intravenous iron treatments—ferric carboxymaltose and iron sucrose—in 40 pregnant women with anemia. The goal was to see which one raised hemoglobin levels more. Both are already used in practice, but local data was lacking. The trial is now complete, and …

This study tested whether adding daily multivitamins and an extra dose of deworming medication to standard prenatal care could prevent severe anemia in pregnant women in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Over 2,500 pregnant women took part, comparing the enhanced package to the usual WHO-recom…

This completed study looked at 324 extremely low birth weight preterm infants (≤1250 grams) to see how anemia and red blood cell transfusions affect oxygen levels in their digestive tract. Researchers used a non-invasive device to measure tissue oxygen and collected blood, urine,…

This study examined 236 adults in a surgical intensive care unit who needed a breathing machine for more than 4 days. Researchers wanted to see if the length of time a patient had anemia (low red blood cells) was linked to how long they stayed on the ventilator. The goal was to b…

This study looked at why many older adults (over 70) have anemia even when doctors can't find a reason. Researchers measured how long red blood cells live in younger and older adults by marking them with a vitamin called Biotin. The goal was to understand if faster red blood cell…

This study looked at whether a special kidney scan (scintigraphy) can find early kidney damage in children and young adults with sickle cell disease better than standard tests. 18 patients were checked during their annual visit. The goal is to catch kidney problems sooner so trea…

This study explored whether low hemoglobin (anemia) is linked to an enlarged heart (cardiomegaly) in children up to 18 years old. Researchers used chest X-rays and echocardiograms to check for heart enlargement in 56 anemic children. The goal was to better understand how anemia a…

This study looked at whether iron supplements improve how well vaccines work in pregnant women with anemia (low iron). Researchers compared their immune responses to tetanus, diphtheria, and COVID-19 vaccines against women without anemia. The goal was to see if correcting iron de…

This study looked at 201 very premature babies born before 31 weeks to see how often they received blood transfusions that went beyond French guidelines. Researchers found that many transfusions were given even when not recommended, possibly due to the babies' fragile health. The…

This study looked at over 13,000 adults who had heart surgery to understand how blood transfusions given during the operation might explain why patients with anemia before surgery are more likely to have complications afterward. The goal is to help doctors make better decisions a…

This study looked at why people with sickle cell disease often get hard-to-heal leg ulcers. Researchers measured blood flow, nerve function, and blood markers in 70 patients with and without ulcers. The goal was to better understand what causes these wounds, not to test a new tre…

This study looked at whether intravenous iron treatments (ferric carboxymaltose or ferric derisomaltose) can cause a rare side effect called methemoglobinemia, where blood can't carry oxygen properly. Researchers measured methemoglobin levels in 50 anemic patients before and afte…

This study looked at whether adding nutrition and hygiene support to an existing farming program can reduce malnutrition in pregnant women and their children. About 1,200 pregnant women in Kenya took part, with half getting the extra nutrition help. The goal was to see if childre…

This completed study looked at 209 patients with bacterial endocarditis, a serious heart valve infection, to understand how common anemia is and what causes it. Researchers measured blood markers for inflammation and anemia from diagnosis up to 6 months after hospital discharge. …