Summary of non-neurological indications for long term transfusion11,12,15
| Indication . | Comment . |
|---|---|
| Recurrent pain crisis | Consider if hydroxyurea ineffective or contraindicated |
| Recurrent acute chest syndrome | Consider if hydroxyurea ineffective or contraindicated |
| Recurrent priapism | Consider if lack of response to other treatments |
| Leg ulcers | Consider if lack of response to other treatments or in context of clinical trial |
| Pulmonary hypertension | Consider on case by case basis or in context of clinical trial |
| Post renal or liver transplantation | Consider on case by case basis |
| Indication . | Comment . |
|---|---|
| Recurrent pain crisis | Consider if hydroxyurea ineffective or contraindicated |
| Recurrent acute chest syndrome | Consider if hydroxyurea ineffective or contraindicated |
| Recurrent priapism | Consider if lack of response to other treatments |
| Leg ulcers | Consider if lack of response to other treatments or in context of clinical trial |
| Pulmonary hypertension | Consider on case by case basis or in context of clinical trial |
| Post renal or liver transplantation | Consider on case by case basis |