Iron treatment may trigger rare blood disorder, study finds

NCT ID NCT06309641

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a rare blood condition called methemoglobinemia can happen after receiving intravenous (IV) iron for anemia. Researchers measured methemoglobin levels in 50 patients before and after treatment with two types of IV iron. The goal was to understand if this side effect occurs and how common it might be.

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Locations

  • Center of Clinical Research Dalarna

    Falun, 79182, Sweden

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