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iron overload

/ˈaɪərn ˈoʊvərloʊd/

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/ˈaɪərn ˈoʊvərloʊd/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся накоплением избыточного железа в организме, которое может повредить такие органы, как печень, сердце и поджелудочная железа. Часто связано с наследственным гемохроматозом или повторными переливаниями крови.

A medical condition characterized by the accumulation of excess iron in the body, which can damage organs such as the liver, heart, and pancreas. Often associated with hereditary hemochromatosis or repeated blood transfusions.

  1. Medical conditionC1formal

    A condition where the body accumulates excess iron, which can damage organs such as the liver, heart, and pancreas.

    ruМедицинское состояние

    • Iron overload is often caused by hereditary hemochromatosis.
    • Patients with iron overload may require regular phlebotomy treatments.
    • Untreated iron overload can lead to serious health complications.