Gap in Knowledge: Hispanic/Latino and Indigenous Populations
Herein, we aimed to conduct a review of ion channelopathies and SCD
studies in two underrepresented demographics, namely Hispanics/Latinos
and Indigenous populations. Surprisingly, we discovered that there is an
immense deficit of studies available.5 This highlights
a stark need for further studies on the genetic risk factors in these
populations and the socioeconomic disparities that may increase the
lifetime risk of SCD. Our aim with this review is to highlight the
necessity of expanding the body of available medical research on adverse
cardiovascular arrhythmic events and ion channelopathies in
Hispanic/Latino and Indigenous demographics to eventually bridge
disparities in the detection, prevention, and management of these
conditions.