Research Reviews
NAAC Research Reviews contain summaries and commentaries of recently published clinical trials regarding prevalence, diagnosis, consequences and treatment of anemia. We provide a quick overview of the recently published article from a peer reviewed journal and also include an expert commentary written by our Council Members. The commentary discusses the study’s results, authors’ conclusions and helps explain how this study or the questions raised may impact you, your practice or medical organization.
February 4, 2009
This trial by Seid et al evaluated the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of intravenous ferric carboxymaltose therapy compared to that of oral ferrous sulfate administration in postpartum women, a population in which the replenishment of iron stores is such a critical factor in preventing reoccurrence of iron deficiency anemia. Because this intravenous therapy can be administered more quickly and efficiently than oral therapies, it may, after more studies the drug's sustained benefits, prove to be an attractive agent when intravenous iron is warranted. [ full review ]
September 4, 2008
A study of ferrous sulfate administered mid-pregnancy at various dosages - which tracked hemoglobin level, incidence of anemia, and side effects - provides good information toward identifying an ideal protocol for iron replacement in pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia. [ full review ]
February 7, 2008
Partial Trial Stabilizing Hemoglobin Levels in Cervical Cancer [ full review ]
Last Updated: February 24, 2010
