Hematology
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New treatments promise sickle cell “cure” for all ages
SAN DIEGO – Dr. Ify Osunkwo described the latest approaches, from gene therapy to haploidentical stem cell transplant, as well as patient access...
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Sickle cell disease phenotype reversed by gene therapy
SAN DIEGO – Genetically modified autologous stem cells increased protective fetal hemoglobin and decreased sickle hemoglobin in an adult with...
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Daily hydroxyurea effective, safe for African children
SAN DIEGO – Hydroxyurea was associated with reduced rates of malaria and in other infections, resulting in improved survival.
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Flipping the fetal hemoglobin switch reverses sickle cell symptoms
SAN DIEGO – One adult with sickle cell disease had near-complete remission of symptoms after 6 months of follow-up.
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Five “can’t miss” oncologic emergencies
All patients with suspected leukemias should be admitted.
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Standardization of the Discharge Process for Inpatient Hematology and Oncology
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STORM trial shows response in penta-refractory myeloma
Selinexor and low-dose dexamethasone produced a “clinically meaningful benefit” in the phase 2 trial.
