Dubey, A PParakh, ADublish, S2008-07-272009-05-302008-07-272009-05-302008-07-27Dubey AP, Parakh A, Dublish S. Current trends in the management of beta thalassemia. Indian Journal of Pediatrics. 2008 Jul; 75(7): 739-43http://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/8317925 references.The management of Beta Thalassemia, the commonest form of hemolytic anemia in children, has changed significantly in the last few years. With the availability of better transfusion regimen, iron chelation therapy, proper management of complications and good supportive care, it is now possible for a thalassemic child to have a near normal life span with a good quality of life.engAdaptation, PsychologicalBacterial Infections --epidemiologyBlood Transfusion --adverse effectsCardiovascular Diseases --epidemiologyChelation TherapyChildComorbidityDiabetes Mellitus --epidemiologyFertilityGrowth Disorders --epidemiologyHumansHypoparathyroidism --epidemiologyHypothyroidism --epidemiologyIron Overload --epidemiologybeta-Thalassemia --epidemiologyJournal Article