We are currently reviewing this course in line with recent changes to Special Interest Training and the launch of the new Obstetrics and Gynaecology Curriculum 2024. As such, please be aware that the accuracy of the existing content cannot be guaranteed. Further announcements will be added here over the coming months.
Welcome to this Special Interest Training course on Sickle cell disease.
When you have completed this course, you will be able to:
- understand the prevalence of SCD and its pathogenesis
- understand the impact of SCD on pregnancy
- offer preconception counselling and refer woman for preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)
- care for a woman with SCD as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) and manage acute complications
- be the first port of call for the MDT and liaise with regional centres to manage complications (including vaso-occlusive crisis, haematinic and transfusion therapy) in women with SCD.
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