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World J Gastroenterol. Oct 7, 2009; 15(37): 4615-4616
Published online Oct 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.4615
Published online Oct 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.4615
Anemia and digestive diseases: An update for the clinician
Fernando Gomollón, Digestive Diseases Service, Clinical University Hospital, CIBEREHD, IACS, Avenida San Juan Bosco 15, Zaragoza 50009, Spain
Javier P Gisbert, Digestive Diseases Service, University Hospital “La Princesa”, CIBEREHD, C/ Diego León 62, Madrid 28006, Spain
Author contributions: Gomollón F drafted the editorial; both authors wrote the final version.
Correspondence to: Fernando Gomollón, MD, PhD, Digestive Diseases Service, Clinical University Hospital, CIBEREHD, IACS, Avenida San Juan Bosco 15, Zaragoza 50009, Spain. fgomollon@gmail.com
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Received: July 23, 2009
Revised: September 7, 2009
Accepted: September 14, 2009
Published online: October 7, 2009
Revised: September 7, 2009
Accepted: September 14, 2009
Published online: October 7, 2009
Abstract
Anemia and iron deficiency are so common in digestive diseases that often are underestimated and undertreated. Our goal is to review from classification to treatment of the diverse types of anemias in different digestive diseases to update our knowledge on diagnosis and treatment. With the goal of improving the prognosis and quality of life of digestive diseases patients, we will review current transfusion, intravenous iron, and erythropoietin roles in the treatment of anemia.