Tag: Intravenous chelating agents
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Iron Chelation Therapy: Understanding the Treatment for Iron Overload
Iron chelation therapy is a treatment used to remove excess iron from the body. Iron overload can occur as a result of certain medical conditions such as thalassemia and hemochromatosis, or as a complication of blood transfusions. The excess iron can accumulate in various organs of the body and can cause damage to these…