Prevalence, patterns, and factors associated with abnormal lung function among children with sickle cell disease in Uganda: a cross-sectional study

• Main Authors: Pamella Mwa Aol (Author), Geriga Fahdil (Author), Felix Bongomin (Author), Bonny Okello (Author), Charles Batte (Author), Bruce J. Kirenga (Author), Rebecca Nantanda (Author), Hellen Tukamuhebwa Aanyu (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Background Pulmonary complications are common among children with sickle cell disease (SCD). However, there is little literature on associated lung function abnormalities in Uganda. We aimed to determine the prevalence, patterns, and factors associated with abnormal lung function among chil...