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Germline mutations linked to hematologic malignancies
A new study suggests mutations in the gene DDX41 occur in families where hematologic malignancies are common. Previous research showed that both...
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System could aid assessment of sickle cell disease
and a normal one Image by Betty Pace A microfluidic system can measure the deformability and adhesion of red blood cells (RBCs) in samples from...
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NICE recommends device for managing SCD
Image courtesy of Terumo BCT The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has issued a guidance recommending a new device for...
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Transfusion doesn’t cause NEC, study suggests
Photo by Daniel Gay Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions do not increase the risk of a serious intestinal disorder in very low-birth-weight (VLBW)...
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EC approves drug for iron-deficiency anemia in IBD
The European Commission (EC) has granted marketing authorization for ferric maltol (Feraccru) to treat iron-deficiency anemia in adults with...
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Drug granted orphan designation for hemolytic anemia
The European Commission (EC) has granted orphan drug designation for TNT009 to treat autoimmune hemolytic anemia, including cold agglutinin...
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Gene therapy could treat aplastic anemia
Researchers say they have found a new way to fight aplastic anemia—using a therapy designed to delay aging. Four years ago, the group created...
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Histone levels may predict thrombocytopenia
Image by Eric Smith Measuring circulating histones may help physicians predict the onset of thrombocytopenia or allow them to monitor the...
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Human gene editing consensus study underway
A comprehensive study of the scientific underpinnings of human gene editing technologies is underway, and the multidisciplinary committee of...
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Drug could aid standard care for aTTP
The agent, caplacizumab, is an anti-von Willebrand factor, humanized, single-variable-domain immunoglobulin that works by inhibiting the...