Restless Legs Syndrome Prevalence in Major Thalasemia; Tabriz Children Hospital
Journal Title: Iranian Journal of Blood and Cancer - Year 2010, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is an annoying sensation and an important cause of sleep disturbances in major thalassemia. Materials and Methods:In a cross-sectional study in 58 major thalassemia patients aged 3 to 25 years in Tabriz children hospital, restless legs syndrome prevalence was evaluated. Results: RLS is a common problem in major thalassemia with prevalence of 24%. It included the most common reason of sleep disorder in thalassemia patients (83%). Restless legs syndrome; is not related to ferritin or iron level and age. Although RLS is more common in females, it is not statistically significant. Conclusion: RLS is a common disorder in thalassemia patients but usually unnoticed by physicians and nursing.
Authors and Affiliations
Roohangiz Sorkhabi, Madjid Malaki, Maryam Shoaran, Soussan Moazeni, Shafighe Bagheri
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