Hemochromatosis.
Hemochromatosis is a common genetic disease with a wide range of clinical expression: from no symptoms to cirrhosis of the liver. The discovery of the gene has led to a genetic blood test useful in the diagnosis of hemochromatosis. Treatment by phlebotomy is simple and efficient and can prevent the development of cirrhosis, leading to a normal life expectancy.
Department of Medicine, University of Western Ontario, London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus, P.O. Box 5339, London, Ontario N6A 5A5, Canada.
Paul C
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Adams
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