– December 1, 2008
December 1, 2008
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Hodgkin's Lymphoma and Male Fertility
For young males cured of Hodgkin's Lymphoma, infertility is a significant issue. -
Transplanting Bad-acting CLL
In a retrospective review of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for pre-treated patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, who have 17p deletion, three-year overall and progression-free survival were 44% and 37%, respectively. This matches favorably when compared to patients with the same chromosomal abnormality treated with chemotherapy alone. -
MGUS and Myeloma May Predispose to Venous Thromboembolism
Recent studies have suggested that multiple myeloma and monoclonal gammopathy of unknown significance (MGUS) may predispose to venous thromboembolism, even in untreated patients. -
Percent-"Free" PSA Improves Predictive Value for Those with Low-Total PSA Levels
Low PSA levels do not assure the absence of prostate cancer. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement
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Pharmacology Watch
5-α reductase inhibitors and hip fracture in men; the effects of drug-reimbursement policy on outcomes; new guidelines for type 2 diabetes; beta-blocker-associated brady-cardia is linked to CVD events; FDA Updates.