Hereditary Spherocytosis

A group of familial congenital hemolytic anemias characterized by numerous abnormally shaped erythrocytes which are generally spheroidal. The erythrocytes have increased osmotic fragility and are abnormally permeable to sodium ions.

Also Known As:

Spherocytosis, Hereditary; Hereditary Spherocytoses; Spherocytoses, Hereditary

Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases: 7
- Hematologic Diseases: 3445
  - Anemia: 39278
    - Hemolytic Anemia: 6775
      - Congenital Hemolytic Anemia: 292
        Hereditary Spherocytosis: 933
Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities: 960
- Inborn Genetic Diseases: 12342
  - Congenital Hemolytic Anemia: 292
    - Hereditary Spherocytosis: 933

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