Daily Archives: July 15, 2009

Marfan Syndrome Research, Diagnosis and Treatment Updates

July 15, 2009 – 1:53 pm

Dr. Charles Bruce reviews advances in Marfan Syndrome research and treatment. He also provides details on the upcoming National Marfan Foundation Annual Meeting, including a CME component.
Dr. Bruce’s discussion includes ongoing research on the pathogensis of Marfan Syndrome, which includes insight into the abnormal signaling of transforming growth factor beta and the potential implications of the research. A surgical [...]

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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia New Tests and Treatments

July 15, 2009 – 1:29 pm

Dr. Timothy Call discusses chronic lymphocytic leukemia’s(CLL) management which varies from close observation to active therapy depending on the patients stage and risk factors. There are new prognostic blood tests and treatments which help in the management of CLL.
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is the most common adult lymphoid malignancy.

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