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  • Title: Retinal detachment in patients with proliferative sickle cell retinopathy.
    Author: Brazier DJ, Gregor ZJ, Blach RK, Porter JB, Huehns ER.
    Journal: Trans Ophthalmol Soc U K (1962); 1986; 105 ( Pt 1)():100-5. PubMed ID: 3459293.
    Abstract:
    Results and complications of surgical treatment for retinal detachment in thirteen patients with proliferative sickle cell retinopathy are reported. Eleven had maintained or improved visual acuity after treatment. Methods and complications of exchange transfusion in eight patients are described. The pathogenesis and methods of treatment of these retinal detachments and the benefits of exchange transfusion are discussed.
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