Anemia of chronic diseases: current state of the problem and perspectives

Abstract

Anemia of chronic diseases is a condition, that accompanies several chronic conditions, that have inflammation as an underlying cause. The article covers current concepts of pathogenesis, evaluation and treatment of this type of anemia. The new perspectives in the development of investigational methods and treatment are discussed. The new methods of iron deficiency assessment in patients with systemic inflammation are discussed separately.

Keywords

• anemia
• anemia of chronic diseases
• hemoglobin
• erythropoiesis
• hepcidin
• iron deficiency