Research aims to smooth dangerous healthcare gap for sickle cell patients

NCT ID NCT03431935

Summary

This study aimed to understand how young adults with sickle cell disease move from pediatric to adult healthcare. Researchers followed 94 patients aged 16-21 to track their hospital visits, medication use, and quality of life during this critical transition period. The goal was to identify what factors lead to successful transitions and better health outcomes.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Methodist Adult Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38104, United States

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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