Anemia
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Phase 3 results shed light on L-glutamine use in SCD
L-glutamine is not only an alternative to hydroxyurea but an additive therapy for patients with suboptimal response, the researchers said.
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Hematocrit improvement with SGLT2 inhibitor: Not just a diuretic effect?
BOSTON – New study explores mechanisms beyond those already known or suspected.
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FDA approves epoetin alfa biosimilar to treat anemia
This is the first product approved as biosimilar to epoetin alfa.
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IV superior to oral treatment for iron deficiency during pregnancy
AUSTIN, TEX. – Improving anemia treatment beyond the standard oral supplements could have a large effect on decreasing pregnancy complications.
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Meta-analysis finds no link between stroke and sickle cell trait
Neither crude stroke incidence rates nor regression analysis indicated a link between sickle cell trait in African Americans and stroke.
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Sotatercept promising for treatment of anemia in MDS
The phase 2 trial included patients who did not respond to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents.
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FDA grants breakthrough therapy designation for severe aplastic anemia drug
Eltrombopag, from Novartis, will get expedited review for first-line treatment of severe aplastic anemia. It is already approved as a second-line...
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Clinic eases pediatric-adult transition in sickle cell disease
CONCORD, N.C. – Transitional programs could help teenage patients continue self-care and avoid risk behaviors.
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Emerging sickle cell agents target new pathways
CONCORD, N.C. – There are a number of new drugs in the sickle cell disease pipeline, and researchers are investigating gene therapy using patients...
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Dedicated sickle cell center offers roadmap for care
CONCORD, N.C. – The Georgia Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center includes a dedicated emergency room.
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Many years on metformin linked to anemia risk
LISBON – Why cumulative metformin use is associated with an increased risk of anemia is unclear, and needs to be investigated further, according...