Raluca Morar, Norberth-Istvan Varga, Delia Ioana Horhat, Ion Cristian Mot, Nicolae Constantin Balica, Alina-Andree Tischer, Monica Susan, Razvan Susan, Diana Luisa Lighezan, Rodica Anamaria Negrean
{"title":"Primary Palatine Tonsil Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in Western Romania: A Comparison of Lower-Stage and Advanced-Stage Disease.","authors":"Raluca Morar, Norberth-Istvan Varga, Delia Ioana Horhat, Ion Cristian Mot, Nicolae Constantin Balica, Alina-Andree Tischer, Monica Susan, Razvan Susan, Diana Luisa Lighezan, Rodica Anamaria Negrean","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/hematolrep17020017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background</b>: Limited data exist on primary palatine tonsil Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) from regions with constrained healthcare access. This study investigated this malignancy in Western and South-Western Romania, comparing lower-stage (Ann-Arbor I-III) and advanced-stage (IV) disease. <b>Methods</b>: A retrospective cohort study (2010-2019) at a tertiary referral hospital included 59 patients with primary palatine tonsil NHL. Data on demographics, clinical presentation, comorbidities (including viral hepatitis B/C), histology, International Prognostic Index (IPI) score, treatment, and outcomes were collected. Statistical comparisons between lower-stage (<i>n</i> = 26) and advanced-stage (<i>n</i> = 33) groups were performed. <b>Results</b>: A high proportion presented with advanced-stage disease (55.9%). The advanced-stage group had significantly more B symptoms (90.9% vs. 69.2%, <i>p</i> = 0.038) and elevated LDH levels (93.9% vs. 57.7%, <i>p</i> = 0.013). Viral hepatitis B and/or C infection was more frequent in advanced-stage disease (30.3% vs. 15.4%, <i>p</i> = 0.44). Combined chemoradiotherapy was more commonly used in lower-stage disease (38.46% vs. 12.12%, <i>p</i> = 0.019). There was no statistically significant difference in relapse rates between the groups. <b>Conclusions</b>: This study highlights the substantial burden of advanced-stage primary palatine tonsil NHL in Western Romania, suggesting a need for improved early detection. The association between viral hepatitis and advanced-stage, although not statistically significant, warrants further investigation. These findings may inform tailored management approaches in resource-constrained settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026754/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143963179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Genetic Profiling of Acute and Chronic Leukemia via Next-Generation Sequencing: Current Insights and Future Perspectives.","authors":"Laras Pratiwi, Fawzia Hanum Mashudi, Mukti Citra Ningtyas, Henry Sutanto, Pradana Zaky Romadhon","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020018","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/hematolrep17020018","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Leukemia is a heterogeneous group of hematologic malignancies characterized by distinct genetic and molecular abnormalities. Advancements in genomic technologies have significantly transformed the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment strategies for leukemia. Among these, next-generation sequencing (NGS) has emerged as a powerful tool, enabling high-resolution genomic profiling that surpasses conventional diagnostic approaches. By providing comprehensive insights into genetic mutations, clonal evolution, and resistance mechanisms, NGS has revolutionized precision medicine in leukemia management. Despite its transformative potential, the clinical integration of NGS presents challenges, including data interpretation complexities, standardization issues, and cost considerations. However, continuous advancements in sequencing platforms and bioinformatics pipelines are enhancing the reliability and accessibility of NGS in routine clinical practice. The expanding role of NGS in leukemia is paving the way for improved risk stratification, targeted therapies, and real-time disease monitoring, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. This review highlights the impact of NGS on leukemia research and clinical applications, discussing its advantages over traditional diagnostic techniques, key sequencing approaches, and emerging challenges. As precision oncology continues to evolve, NGS is expected to play an increasingly central role in the diagnosis and management of leukemia, driving innovations in personalized medicine and therapeutic interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026831/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144008719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Andrea Emanuele Guerini, Stefania Nici, Stefano Riga, Ludovica Pegurri, Paolo Borghetti, Eneida Mataj, Jacopo Balduzzi, Mirsada Katica, Gianluca Cossali, Giorgio Facheris, Luca Triggiani, Albert Sakiri, Luigi Spiazzi, Stefano Maria Magrini, Michela Buglione
{"title":"Treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Involving Head and Neck Sites with a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Preliminary Results from a Prospective Observational Study.","authors":"Andrea Emanuele Guerini, Stefania Nici, Stefano Riga, Ludovica Pegurri, Paolo Borghetti, Eneida Mataj, Jacopo Balduzzi, Mirsada Katica, Gianluca Cossali, Giorgio Facheris, Luca Triggiani, Albert Sakiri, Luigi Spiazzi, Stefano Maria Magrini, Michela Buglione","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020016","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/hematolrep17020016","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose</b>: Lymphomas are generally radiosensitive; therefore, disease volume tends to shrink during radiotherapy courses. As MRI-linac provides excellent soft tissue definition and allows daily re-contouring of gross tumor volume and clinical target volume, its adoption could be beneficial for the treatment of lymphomas. Nonetheless, at this time there is a lack of literature regarding the use of MR-linac in this context. <b>Methods</b>: A prospective observational study was conducted on patients affected by non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) involving head and neck (H&N) sites and treated with Elekta Unity<sup>®</sup> MR-Linac. The clinical and dosimetric data of the first eight patients were collected and integrated with relevant data from medical records. <b>Results</b>: Seven patients had B-cell lymphoma (three DLBCL, two MALT, one follicular, and one mantle-cell) and one T-cell/NK lymphoma. The intent of RT was radical for four patients, salvage treatment for three, and CAR-T bridging for one. Two patients presented orbital localizations and six cervical lymphonodal sites. Median GTV was 5.74 cc, median CTV 127.01 cc, and median PTV 210.37 cc. The prescribed dose was 24-50 Gy in 2 Gy fractions for seven patients and 24 Gy in 3 Gy fractions for one patient. All the patients experienced acute toxicity, the maximum grade was G1 for five patients and G2 for three at the end of RT. One month after radiotherapy seven patients still experienced G1 toxicity, but no toxicity grade ≥ 2 was reported. First radiological assessment was performed for all the patients after a median of 101.5 days, reporting complete response in all the cases. After a median follow up of 330 days, no patient experienced local disease progression, while one patient developed distant progression. <b>Conclusions</b>: radiotherapy for NHL with H&N localization using a 1.5 T MR-linac was feasible, with no >G2 toxicity and optimal response rate and disease control.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12026517/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144011613","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Paschalis Evangelidis, Eleni Gavriilaki, Nikolaos Kotsiou, Zacharo Ntova, Panagiotis Kalmoukos, Theodosia Papadopoulou, Sofia Chissan, Sofia Vakalopoulou
{"title":"Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head in Patients with Antiphospholipid Syndrome: A Case Series.","authors":"Paschalis Evangelidis, Eleni Gavriilaki, Nikolaos Kotsiou, Zacharo Ntova, Panagiotis Kalmoukos, Theodosia Papadopoulou, Sofia Chissan, Sofia Vakalopoulou","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020015","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020015","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background/Objectives</b>: Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by thrombosis or obstetric complications and the laboratory detection of antiphospholipid antibodies. Although vascular thrombosis is the main manifestation of the disease, other rarer complications have also been described. Avascular necrosis (AN) is considered a rare manifestation of APS. The aim of our case series is to study patients with APS and AN. <b>Methods</b>: A retrospective study was performed on 80 patients diagnosed with APS. <b>Results</b>: AN was observed in 3 patients out of 80 diagnosed with APS. AN of the femoral head was observed in all cases. Case (1): A 54-year-old woman presented due to multiple ischemic infarctions in the brain, as detected in magnetic resonance imaging of the brain, Raynaud's phenomenon, and AN of the femoral head. In laboratory testing, a prolongation of activated partial thromboplastin time was recorded. A heterozygous mutation was also found in the gene MTHFR C677T, and the patients was positive for lupus anticoagulant (LA). The patient was given clopidogrel and acenocoumarol. Case (2): A 52-year-old man was diagnosed with APS, based on the clinical presentation (stroke) and positivity for LA and anti-β2GPI (anti-β2 glycoprotein I antibody). In his medical history, episodes of vertigo and an episode of AN of the femoral head 2 years ago were described. Case (3): A woman aged 43 years presented due to AN of the femoral head. Due to suspected APS, immunological testing was performed, and positivity for LA and IgM anticardiolipin antibodies was detected. She was treated with acenocoumarol. <b>Conclusions</b>: AN is a rare clinical manifestation of APS, which may precede the diagnosis of APS for many years.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932201/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Giby V George, J C Uy, John L Mariano, Marisa Jacob-Leonce, Chauncey R Syposs
{"title":"Pure White Cell Aplasia, an Exceedingly Rare Complication of a Thymoma, and Immune Reconstitution Following Bone Marrow Recovery.","authors":"Giby V George, J C Uy, John L Mariano, Marisa Jacob-Leonce, Chauncey R Syposs","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020014","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020014","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Thymoma-associated pure white cell aplasia (PWCA), characterized by agranulocytosis with absent myeloid precursors in the bone marrow in the setting of preserved erythropoiesis and megakaryopoiesis, is exceedingly rare, with only a few cases reported in the literature. We present a case of type-B2-thymoma-associated PWCA and immune reconstitution following marrow recovery.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>A 75-year-old woman was incidentally found to have a concomitant mediastinal mass and peripheral leukopenia with absent granulocytes and monocytes. Bone marrow assessment was notable for a hypocellular marrow (<10%) with absent granulopoiesis and monopoiesis. Chest CT demonstrated a large lobulated anterior mediastinal mass, for which the patient underwent a video-assisted thoracoscopic thymectomy. Pathological evaluation of the mediastinal mass specimen revealed a type B2 thymoma. A tentative diagnosis of thymoma-associated PWCA was made, and the patient was started on cyclosporine/granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)/filgrastim therapy. Despite promising marrow recovery, she developed several comorbidities and had a leukemoid reaction, provoking concern for immune reconstitution following prolonged neutropenia and subsequent treatment. She passed away on post-operative day 15, and the results of a post-mortem bone marrow examination were consistent with granulocytic hyperplasia.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This case of thymoma-associated PWCA heightens awareness regarding this entity, providing a note of caution regarding the possibility of immune reconstitution following treatment and marrow recovery.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932284/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691931","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
I Kindekov, E Beleva, M Kadish, I Ionchev, N Semerdzhieva
{"title":"Hairy Cell Leukemia: A Differential Diagnosis of Hepatitis B-Associated Aplastic Anemia and Syphilis.","authors":"I Kindekov, E Beleva, M Kadish, I Ionchev, N Semerdzhieva","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020013","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020013","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Aplastic anemia occurs with an incidence of 2-5: 1 million people worldwide. However, the frequency of newly diagnosed cases of bone marrow aplasia is greater, and some of these patients present to emergency departments initially. <b>Description of Case:</b> We present the case of a middle-aged man with pancytopenia. In this case, aplastic anemia associated with hepatitis B and syphilis was only the initial diagnosis. An indolent hematologic malignancy-hairy cell leukemia-was diagnosed as the real cause of the bone marrow failure in a clinic of hematology. <b>Conclusions:</b> This clinical case allows us to make a conclusion, albeit not definitively, about the contribution of hepatitis B and syphilis to the clinical manifestation of hairy cell leukemia. A detailed and consistent diagnostic plan is also required in patients presenting with pancytopenia. Failure to diagnose a hepatitis B infection in a patient with malignant hematologic disease would lead to fatal therapeutic errors.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932296/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mehdi Kashani, Meghan Brown, Juan Pablo Domecq Graces
{"title":"Acute Intracerebral Hemorrhage Associated with Extensive Venous Thrombosis Due to Spontaneous Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia After Total Knee Replacement: A Case Report.","authors":"Mehdi Kashani, Meghan Brown, Juan Pablo Domecq Graces","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020012","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020012","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is an autoimmune life-threatening prothrombotic syndrome associated with low platelet count after heparin exposure. Spontaneous heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (S-HIT) is an even less frequent variant of HIT, with only a handful of reports available in the literature, where unexplained thrombocytopenia and/or thrombosis without recent heparin exposure occurs in the setting of positive anti-PF4 antibodies.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>We report a case of S-HIT associated with pulmonary artery embolism, left internal jugular vein, and cerebral vein sinus thrombosis complicated with ipsilateral acute intracerebral hemorrhage.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>It is important to highlight that in patients with otherwise unexplained thrombocytopenia and prior exposure to an inflammatory process, S-HIT should be on the differential.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Recognition and avoidance of heparin exposure is the most important aspect of S-HIT, as the management is otherwise similar to HIT.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932193/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Feasibility of Intensive Chemotherapy in Hereditary Spherocytosis.","authors":"Carrai Valentina, Giubbilei Cristina, Ciceri Manuel, D'Angelo Simona, Nassi Luca, Sordi Benedetta, Vannucchi Alessandro Maria, Puccini Benedetta","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020011","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020011","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study presents a young man with hereditary spherocytosis (HS) who underwent intensive chemotherapy for newly diagnosed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) and achieved complete remission. This case challenges the idea of HS as a barrier to standard DLBCL treatment.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>By meticulously monitoring blood counts and providing timely transfusions, the team successfully mitigated potential complications associated with chemotherapy-induced stress on red blood cells.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This experience underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and tailored treatment plans for patients with co-existing conditions, suggesting that HS should not automatically disqualify them from potentially curative therapies for aggressive lymphomas.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932310/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691921","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Andrew Ross, Rebecca J Shaw, Louise Garth, Cathy Farrelly
{"title":"Factor X Concentrate Treatment Schedule and Dosing in Acquired FX Deficiency.","authors":"Andrew Ross, Rebecca J Shaw, Louise Garth, Cathy Farrelly","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17020010","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17020010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Acquired factor X (FX) deficiency is a rare condition that can cause life threatening bleeding. Here we outline a successful management strategy for gastrointestinal bleeding (GI) using human FX concentrate.</p><p><strong>Case description: </strong>A 61-year-old male presented with upper GI bleeding and a prolonged prothrombin time. Investigations demonstrated an acquired FX deficiency (determined to be secondary to AL amyloidosis).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Treatment with FX concentrate to maintain trough FX levels >20% resulted in successful cessation of bleeding symptoms, and levels >50% facilitated urgent invasive procedures.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This case report adds valuable insight into the management of this rare condition, and how best to utilize FX concentrates in acquired FX deficiency.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11932198/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143691917","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mariah N Hafiz, Nida Suhail, Zakariya M S Mohammed, Husham O Elzein, Hibah A Almasmoum, Awad E Abass, Mohammed M Jawad, Saoussen Trabelsi
{"title":"Awareness and Attitude of the General Population Towards Inherited Hemoglobinopathies in the Premarital Screening Program in the Northern Region of Saudi Arabia.","authors":"Mariah N Hafiz, Nida Suhail, Zakariya M S Mohammed, Husham O Elzein, Hibah A Almasmoum, Awad E Abass, Mohammed M Jawad, Saoussen Trabelsi","doi":"10.3390/hematolrep17010009","DOIUrl":"10.3390/hematolrep17010009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Premarital screening (PMS) is a nationwide program that helps high-risk individuals make decisions to avoid genetic and sexually transmitted diseases from spreading to their spouse or future offspring. This study examined the knowledge and attitudes towards inherited hemoglobinopathies in PMS among the people of Northern Border Region in Saudi Arabia and their relationship to various sociodemographic factors. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional study was undertaken in the Northern region of Saudi Arabia from January to March 2024. Data were gathered via questionnaire from 478 Saudi participants aged 18 years and older. The chi-square test was employed to determine the association between categorical variables. <b>Results:</b> All participants in the study were familiar with the PMS program. A significant portion of participants, 79.3%, acknowledged that consanguinity can increase the risk of hereditary blood disorders, while 69.9% believed that if both parents are carriers of the same genetic blood disease, their child may inherit it. Higher education, female gender, and age group (30-40) were found to be the main predictors of knowledge regarding PMS. Most of the participants (98.5%) had a positive attitude regarding the necessity of PMS as a prerequisite for marriage completion. About 82.8% indicated they would not continue with the marriage if the PMS results were incompatible. <b>Conclusions:</b> The study indicates a growing awareness and positive attitude towards premarital screening among the general population, with an increasing number of individuals opting for it. The findings suggest that PMS programs contribute to informed decision making, as evidenced by the rise in participants choosing to forgo marriage due to partner incompatibility. The study recommends the enhancement of health education campaigns by considering demographic factors such as age, education, and marital status. Additionally, it advocates for expanding the scope of PMS to include a wider range of health and genetic disorders to improve its overall efficacy.</p>","PeriodicalId":12829,"journal":{"name":"Hematology Reports","volume":"17 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11855037/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143491755","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}