Assefa Desalew and Colleagues Latest Research: RhD Alloimmunization in Pregnancy and HDFN
Assefa Desalew, PHD Fellow at Leiden University Medical Center, posted on LinkedIn:
“Publication Alert!
This work is done as part of AFRICARhE!
I am pleased to share our newly published systematic review and meta-analysis: “RhD alloimmunization in pregnancy and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn in Africa,” in Best Practice and Research Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology:
Title: RhD alloimmunization in pregnancy and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Assefa Desalew, Rafiki Nickson Mjema, Henk Schonewille, C. Ellen van der Schoot, Derek P. de Winter, Thomas van den Akker, Tadesse Gure, Jeremia Pyuza, Abera Kenay Tura, E.J.T. (Joanne) Verweij
Read the full article here.
This study highlights the burden, prevalence, and implications of RhD alloimmunization and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) in Africa, emphasizing the urgent need for improved screening, prevention strategies, and equitable access to anti-D prophylaxis across the region. We hope these findings will contribute to evidence-based policy, clinical practice, and future research aimed at improving maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Grateful to my amazing promoters and collaborators: Prof. Ellen van der Schoot, Prof. Thomas van den Akker, Dr. Joanne Verweij, Dr. Abera Kenay Tura, and Dr. Tadesse Gure — thank you for your mentorship and support.
Steven Spitalnik, Henk Schonewille Elmira van Galen.”
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