Hi Bill,
At dx May 2006 my HGB was 70 so I was transfusion dependent "from start". Jan 2007 I got a port-a-cath for Desferal (and transfusions). I get Desferal through a homepump continuously for 4 days starting at the same time as the transfusion without any adverse effects
. In Sweden all patients get Desferal in this mode because it is considered safe and effective.
Desferal – dosage and administration:
http://www.thals.org/en/download-res...kage/view.html
Kind regards
Birgitta-A