Aplastic Anemia

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Aplastic Anaemia (5 links) Anaplastic Anemia is not a cancer. AA is a rare disease in which the bone marrow is unable to produce adequate blood cells; leading to pancytopenia (deficiency of all types of blood cells). AA may occur at any age, but there is a peak in adolescence / early adulthood, and again in old age. Slightly more males than females are diagnosed with AA, also the disease is more common in the Far East. Patients successfully treated for aplastic anemia have a higher risk of developing other diseases later in life, including cancer. Aplastic Anaemia Trust, The (UK) The Trust, formerly known as the Marrow Environment Fund was founded in 1985. It is involved in research and support for aplastic anaemia (AA) and related diseases. The Web site includes information about AA, support group, fundraising etc. Aplastic Anemia (Medic - University of Texas) A detailed information site about AA from the Anaplastic Anemia Foundation of America (1996) Aplastic Anemia - Booklet (Leukaemia Research Fund, UK) Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Inc. This organisation, formerly know as Aplastic Anemia Foundation of America was founded in 1983. It provides a resource directory for patient assistance, produces educational material and supports research into AA and MDS. New England chapter of the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundati (USA) The Web site includes details of the chapter, meetings and related links. Medline Search: Aplastic Anaemia (PubMed)   Limit search to: [Last Year]  Limit search to: [Last 2 Years]   Limit search to: [Reviews] See also Related Organizations See also Hematology