The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast #84: Anemia, Iron Deficiency, IV iron, and Tony Stark
Feb 26, 2018
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IV Iron's Impact
- Dr. Auerbach's interest in IV iron began with a sickle cell trait patient experiencing gross hematuria.
- The patient's life changed dramatically after receiving 2 grams of IV iron over 12 hours.
IV Iron and EPO Synergy
- IV iron became crucial for treating anemia in dialysis patients receiving erythropoietin (EPO).
- EPO's effectiveness increased significantly after iron supplementation in these patients.
Assessing Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Evaluate iron deficiency anemia by checking ferritin, transferrin saturation, and physical signs like tongue appearance.
- Ask about pica (ice craving) and restless legs, which are commonly associated with iron deficiency.