Future of Myelofibrosis: Anticipated Data and Emerging Therapies
March 6th 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, explores the future landscape of myelofibrosis with insights from the 2003 ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition (ASH 2023), and delves into anticipated data on combination therapies and ongoing trials shaping the next phase of myelofibrosis treatment.
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Monitoring Myelofibrosis Treatment Response: Guidelines and Considerations
February 28th 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, reviews the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines for monitoring myelofibrosis treatment response and delves into crucial aspects like patient impressions, physical examinations, and symptoms.
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Integrating Momelotinib: NCCN Guidelines and Drug Comparison
February 21st 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, explores the FDA approval of momelotinib and its swift integration into National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines. He reviews different JAK inhibitors based on adverse effects and treatment goals, addressing potential treatment-related anemia in myelofibrosis.
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NCCN Guidelines: Categories and Recommendations in Myelofibrosis
February 14th 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, reviews the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guideline categories, including evidence, and recommendations for symptomatic high-risk myelofibrosis. He discusses considerations for selecting JAK inhibitors and the threshold for switching treatments based on responses.
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NCCN Guidelines 2023: Updates in Myelofibrosis Management
February 7th 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, discusses key updates in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines for myelofibrosis, including new treatments such as momelotinib and refined recommendations for different patient populations. He reviews symptom management, spleen size, and supportive care measures for optimal patient outcomes.
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Prognosis and Treatment Strategies in Myelofibrosis: Risk Assessment and Therapeutic Goals
January 31st 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, explores myelofibrosis risk assessment, treatment goals, and therapeutic strategies, including JAK (Janus kinase inhibitors) inhibitors and transplant considerations.
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Understanding Myelofibrosis: Disease Spectrum and Impact on Quality of Life
January 24th 2024Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, compares myelofibrosis with other myeloproliferative neoplasms, explores its prevalence in the US, and reviews the diverse clinical presentations and the impact on patients’ quality of life.
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