Clinical and etiological profile of anemia in a clinical hematology department of North Africa : A cross-sectional study

Leukemia Research Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Wiem Boufrikha, Sirine Ben Salem, Nourhene Mazhoud, Arwa Guedich, Nader Slama, Sarra Boukhris, Mohamed Adnène Laatiri
DOI: 10.1016/j.lrr.2026.100571
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Abstract

Anemia, a major public health concern impacting physical performance and morbidity, requires etiological assessment as iron deficiency anemia (IDA, 55.7%) may mask hematologic malignancies. This 2022 cross-sectional study at Monastir's Hematology Department included 296 patients (mean age 47 years, female predominance). Anemic syndrome prompted 68% of consultations, with fatigue/dizziness predominant. Mean hemoglobin (Hb) was 7.9 g/dL; severe anemia (Hb

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hematological disorders and diagnostics Iron Metabolism and Disorders Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders

Publication details

Journal / source
Leukemia Research Reports
Volume
25
Pages
100571–100571
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN