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Iron Chelation Thalassaemia Purpose — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateHaematology & OncologyIron Chelation Thalassaemia PurposeRACP Paediatrics

Beta-thal major on regular transfusions. Ferritin 2500. Purpose of chelation?

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Correct answer: CPrevent cardiac and hepatic iron overload damage

Iron overload → cardiac siderosis (leading cause of death), hepatic fibrosis, endocrinopathies.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024