3A50.03
Homozygous or compound heterozygous alpha0 thalassaemia
Talassemia alfa0 composta heterozigótica ou homozigótica
CategoryDefinition
Hb Bart's hydrops fetalis is the most severe form of alpha-thalassemia and is almost always lethal. It is characterised by fetal onset of generalised oedema, pleural and pericardial effusions, and severe hypochromic anaemia.
Index Terms
Homozygous or compound heterozygous alpha0 thalassaemiaHb Bart's hydrops fetalisAlpha thalassaemia hydrops fetalisHaemoglobin Bart hydrops fetalis