Tag: Genetics
Statins in Childhood Aid Familial Hypercholesteremia Outcomes
Patients show slowed progression of carotid intima-media thickness, lower risk for cardiovascular disease
Triplet Tx Ups Survival in BRAF V600E-Mutated Colorectal Cancer
Overall survival longer for encorafenib, cetuximab, and binimetinib combo versus standard therapy
Scientists Use Gene-Editing Tool CRISPR in Attempt to Cure HIV
Attempt failed, but tool appears precise and safe and holds promise
Algorithm Based on Response, Biology Guides Neuroblastoma Tx
Survival excellent with treatment algorithm for children with intermediate-risk neuroblastoma
USPSTF Recommends Genetic Counseling for High BRCA Risk
But counseling not recommended for women without personal, family history, ancestry associated with BRCA mutations
Internet Self-Referrals Aid in Diagnosis of Rare Inherited Kidney Disease
Twenty-four percent of direct family referrals to specialist center had positive genetic testing
Hematological Malignancy Risk Up for First-Degree Relatives
Increased familial relative risks for the same tumor type for most hematological malignancies
Trial Tests CRISPR Gene-Editing to Treat Sickle Cell Disease
Study seeks to recruit up to 45 adults with severe sickle cell disease
First U.S. Trial Using CRISPR Within the Body Set to Begin
Researchers will attempt to give patients with Leber congenital amaurosis a healthy version of the gene they lack
Most Women Do Not Regret Genetic Testing Before IVF
Some level of regret is common, but women are overwhelmingly satisfied with decision
