Persistent thrombocytosis in β-thalassemia post-splenectomy: A STROBE-compliant retrospective cohort study at a Jordanian referral center
Aisheh Alesufi, Naser Aldain A. Abu Lehyah, Dima Abu Nasrieh, Haneen A. Banihani, Saif Aburumman, Zahraa Zibara, Nour Fakih, Lama Al-Karmi, Maram A. Al Nawaiseh, Qasem Shersheer · 2026
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Aisheh Alesufi and co-authors follow thalassemia patients after spleen removal in a 2026 study at a Jordanian hospital. Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder in which a key protein chain is faulty. Removing the spleen eases the need for transfusions in severe cases. A known side effect is a lasting rise in platelet counts, which can raise clot risk. The team reviewed patients who had the surgery between 2018 and 2024.
Every patient kept a high platelet count a year after surgery, though the average eased slightly. Blood hemoglobin rose, and transfusion needs fell by more than two fifths, with longer gaps between transfusions. Iron overload markers also improved. Worryingly, many patients did not stick to their preventive drugs, such as aspirin. The authors urge long term platelet checks and firm support for preventive treatment.
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| CREATOR | Aisheh Alesufi, Naser Aldain A. Abu Lehyah, Dima Abu Nasrieh, Haneen A. Banihani, Saif Aburumman, Zahraa Zibara, Nour Fakih, Lama Al-Karmi, Maram A. Al Nawaiseh, Qasem Shersheer |
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| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 28 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |