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OHD 2024: What’s New in Data and Experiences from Real Practice with Venetoclax Regimens?
How to utilize venetoclax regimens most effectively for treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in real practice was the topic of a satellite symposium organized by AbbVie during this year’s XXXVIth Olomouc Hematology Days. Three hemato-oncologists shared their experiences with venetoclax treatment, moderated by Prof. MUDr. Tomáš Papajík, CSc., from the Department of Hemato-Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Palacky University and University Hospital Olomouc.
CASE STUDY: Rocker who can enjoy life again thanks to DM2 compensation p.o. semaglutide and better lifestyle
Diabetologist MUDr. Lucie Radovnická from Masaryk Hospital in Ústí nad Labem illustrates the case of her patient − a sympathetic rocker who enjoys life including concerts, beer, and good food −…
Hybrid Cooperative Complexes in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Intra-articular application of corticosteroids and hyaluronic acid is part of the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) in patients for whom oral or topical treatment does not provide sufficient response....
Patient Journey Through the Danish Healthcare System with the Help of Digital Technologies – An Illustrative Case Study
The innovation and high degree of digitalization in Danish healthcare are well known around the world. The digitized system collects patient data, which is accessible to healthcare professionals…
Off-label use of eye drops containing bromfenac in the treatment of cystoid macular edema in the only seeing eye of a complex patient – case report
The following case report discusses the effect of repeated use of an ophthalmic preparation containing bromfenac in a patient with recurrent cystoid macular edema (CME) in the only seeing eye with advanced...
Impact of a Deep Learning Model Predicting Sepsis on Quality of Care and Survival
Early recognition of sepsis is crucial for better patient prognosis. The following study presents the positive impact of applying a deep learning model for early prediction of sepsis on the health…
Somapacitan administered once weekly in the treatment of children with growth hormone deficiency – current understanding
Somapacitan is a long-acting derivative of recombinant human growth hormone approved for the treatment of children and adults with growth hormone (GH) deficiency. Dr. Reiko Horikawa from Japan's…
CASE STUDY: Oral Semaglutide in a Young Diabetic = Weight Loss and CV Risk Reduction, Better Adherence and Treatment Comfort
Diabetologist MUDr. Tomáš Pfohl from the Regional Hospital Liberec illustrates the benefits of therapy with oral semaglutide in a relatively young diabetic patient with type 2 DM after unsatisfactory…
Evaluation of Joint Condition in Daily Practice in the Era of New Hemophilia Treatment
With the development of new treatment options for hemophilia, there has also been progress in methods for monitoring hemophilic arthropathy and identifying it in its early stages. In addition to…
Collagen Turnover as a Biomarker of Hemophilia Treatment Efficacy
Over the past decades, hemophilia treatment has made significant progress—from factor therapy to prophylactic regimens and non-factor products, and even to gene therapy. Its development has greatly…
Alarming Data on Prevalence and Insufficient Treatment of Hypertension in Working Age − Another Underestimated 'Civilization Epidemic'?
The National Cardiology Information System (NKIS), developed by the Czech Society of Cardiology in collaboration with the Institute of Health Information and Statistics (ÚZIS), has provided the first…
With Prof. Pavel Žák about Current Trends and Future Perspectives in Bone Marrow Transplantation and the Role of Carmustine in this Context
Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation has an indispensable place in the treatment of hemato-oncological diseases. We discuss current trends in this area, the significance and benefits of…
Current Trends in Proton RT of Head and Neck Tumors: Aiming to Preserve T Lymphocytes, Without Them, Treatment is Ineffective
Tumors of the head and neck are often diagnosed at an advanced stage. With the availability of modern treatments, such as immunotherapy or radiotherapy modalities, prognosis and chances for long-term…
What Effect Can Be Expected from Limosilactobacillus reuteri in Mucositis and Peri-Implantitis?
A Spanish clinical study monitored the effect of administering probiotics as an adjunct therapy to non-surgical mechanical treatment of peri-implantitis. What did the study show regarding the effect…
X-ray in Dentistry: Who Can Indicate and Who Can Perform?
X-ray is an integral and important part of dental diagnostics. However, since it is also a source of ionizing radiation, its use is subject to legislative regulations that govern it.