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Teriflunomide and Pregnancy Planning
The authors of the article published last year in Multiple Sclerosis Journal present data regarding experiences with the use of teriflunomide during pregnancy.
Interactive Case Study of a Patient with Severe Hemophilia A - Experience from Slovenia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Irena Preložnik Zupan (University Medical Centre Ljubljana) describes an interactive case study of a patient with severe hemophilia A and progressive cataracts in both eyes.
New Treatment Options for Hemophilia Come with Discussions on Important Issues
The organizing committee of this year's virtual congress of the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD 2021) promised in the opening speech a "showcase of the latest…
Summary Analysis of HAVEN 1–4 and Patient Case Studies from ÚHKT
MUDr. Věra Geierová from the Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion in Prague prepared a summary of what was discussed about emicizumab during the ASH 2020 congress for this year's Prague…
Detection of von Willebrand Disease
Von Willebrand disease (vWD) is an autosomal hereditary bleeding disorder. Its detection and diagnosis require several steps, including the initial suspicion of the presence of this disease.
Can the Use of Statins Help Reduce the Risk of Dementia?
A meta-analysis published last year by Taiwanese experts evaluated the connection between the use of statins and the incidence of dementia. What conclusions did the authors reach?
Statin Therapy May Reduce Mortality in Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19
In connection with the COVID-19 pandemic, intensive research is ongoing to understand the impact of patients' chronic medication on the prognosis of the disease. A recently published Spanish study…
Reasons for Nonadherence to Statin Therapy - Survey Results Among Patients
Adherence to statin therapy remains suboptimal despite its proven benefits in reducing cardiovascular risk in individuals with dyslipidemia. Recently published survey results conducted among patients…
Regorafenib and Trifluridine/Tipiracil: Hospitalization and Clinical Outcomes in the Treatment of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Regorafenib and trifluridine/tipiracil are drugs that prolong overall survival (OS) in pre-treated patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). The difference in the toxicity of these agents…
Does the type of oral anticoagulant affect heparin dosing during catheter ablation?
During catheter ablation, which patients undergo as part of atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment, current guidelines recommend the administration of heparin without interrupting oral anticoagulant…
Post-COVID-19 Patient Care from the Perspective of Experts Across Fields
For many patients with COVID-19, overcoming the acute phase is crucial, but we now know that the disease may not end there. Some patients even manage the acute stage with very mild symptoms, and…
Familial Hypercholesterolemia and COVID-19: Connections and Risks
Patients with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) likely have a higher risk of COVID-19 complications both in the acute phase of the infection and for a relatively long period after its occurrence.
Is Baricitinib Suitable for Long-Term Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
The nature of rheumatoid arthritis requires effective and long-term treatment. The current analysis of data from the long-term extension RA-BEYOND reveals the potential of baricitinib in maintaining…
INTERACTIVE CASE STUDY of a patient with mCRC treated long-term with various modalities
MUDr. Stanislav John, Ph.D.,
Clinic of Oncology and Radiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and University Hospital Hradec Králové
Thromboprophylaxis with Enoxaparin Reduces Mortality in Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19
Severe acute respiratory syndrome caused by COVID-19 is associated with a hypercoagulable state and an increased risk of thrombotic events. Since the beginning of the pandemic, thromboprophylaxis has…
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