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What is the definition of Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

Hereditary ovalocytosis is a rare condition passed down through families (inherited). The blood cells are oval-shaped instead of round. It is a form of hereditary elliptocytosis.

What are the alternative names for Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

Ovalocytosis - hereditary

What are the causes of Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

Hereditary ovalocytosis is mainly found in Southeast Asian populations.

What are the symptoms of Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

Newborn infants with hereditary ovalocytosis may have anemia and jaundice. Adults most often do not show symptoms.

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What are the current treatments for Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

In severe cases, the disease may be treated by removal of the spleen (splenectomy).

Who are the top Hereditary Ovalocytosis Local Doctors?
Elite in Hereditary Ovalocytosis
Elena Krishnevskaya
Elite in Hereditary Ovalocytosis
Elena Krishnevskaya
Badalona, CT, ES 

Elena Krishnevskaya practices in Badalona, Spain. Ms. Krishnevskaya is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ovalocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Elliptocytosis, Hereditary Ovalocytosis, Hereditary Spherocytosis, and Anemia.

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Dr. Anil V. Tumkur
Internal Medicine
Experienced in Hereditary Ovalocytosis
Dr. Anil V. Tumkur
Internal Medicine

Tennessee Cancer Specialists

1301 Sunset Dr, Ste 3, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-588-7130
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. Dr. Tumkur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ovalocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Acute Mountain Sickness, and Anemia.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Archana Agarwal
Hematology | Oncology
Distinguished in Hereditary Ovalocytosis
Dr. Archana Agarwal
Hematology | Oncology

Saint Vincent Medical Group-Eaton Place Oncology

1 Eaton Pl Ste 23, 
Worcester, MA 
508-363-6515
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Archana Agarwal is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Agarwal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ovalocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pyropoikilocytosis, Hereditary Spherocytosis, Hereditary Elliptocytosis, Hereditary Ovalocytosis, and Splenectomy.

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What are the possible complications of Hereditary Ovalocytosis?

The condition may be associated with gallstones or kidney problems.

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Who are the sources who wrote this article ?

Published Date: March 31, 2024
Published By: Todd Gersten, MD, Hematology/Oncology, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, Wellington, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

What are the references for this article ?

Gallagher PG. Hemolytic anemias: red blood cell membrane and metabolic defects. In: Goldman L, Cooney KA, eds. Goldman-Cecil Medicine. 27th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2024:chap 147.

Gallagher PG. Red blood cell membrane disorders. In: Hoffman R, Benz EJ, Silberstein LE, et al, eds. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2018:chap 46.

Prozora S, Gallagher PG. Hereditary elliptocytosis, hereditary pyropoikilocytosis, and related disorders. In: Kliegman RM, St. Geme JW, Blum NJ, et al, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 22nd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2025:chap 508.