Hereditary Ovalocytosis Overview
Learn About 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.
Ovalocytosis - hereditary
Hereditary ovalocytosis is mainly found in Southeast Asian populations.
Newborn infants with hereditary ovalocytosis may have anemia and jaundice. Adults most often do not show symptoms.
In severe cases, the disease may be treated by removal of the spleen (splenectomy).
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.
Promedica Multi Specialty Physicians
Chang Xia is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Monroe, Michigan. Dr. Xia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ovalocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Xia is currently accepting new patients.
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Christina Saurel is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Dacula, Georgia. Dr. Saurel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Ovalocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Saurel is currently accepting new patients.
The condition may be associated with gallstones or kidney problems.
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.
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