International Journal of Medical Sciences (IJMS)

Across sectional study done in the thalassemic care centre in Najaf governorate from the 1st of February to the 1st of July 2009 to identify the most causative microorganism for bacteremia thalassemic patient and sensitivity of these organisms to antibiotics. Seventy patients included in the study age range from (4 months- 12 years) M: F ration 2:1those with positive blood culture was 10%. The study concluded that bacteremia in thalassemic patient correlated with splenectomy. So we need regular use of antibiotics and vaccination after splenectomy because the splenectomized patient is immunocompromised and are more liable for bacteremia. Early detection of sign and symptoms of bacteremia prevent complication.