Restless Legs Syndrome Prevalence in Major Thalasemia; Tabriz Children Hospital

Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is an annoying sensation and an important cause of sleep disturbancesin major thalassemia.Materials and Methods:In a cross-sectional study in 58 major thalassemia patients aged 3 to 25 years in Tabriz children hospital, restless legs syndrome prevalence was evaluated.Results: RLS is a common problem in major thalassemia with prevalence of 24%. It included the most common reason of sleep disorder in thalassemia patients (83%). Restless legs syndrome; is not related to ferritin or iron level and age. Although RLS is more common in females, it is not statistically significant.Conclusion: RLS is a common disorder in thalassemia patients but usually unnoticed by physicians and nursing.