Bone marrow transplant (BMT), also known as stem cell transplant, is an advanced procedure used to treat a number of blood cancers such as acute leukemia, multiple myeloma, relapsed lymphoma, and other conditions. Here, Rashmi Khanal, MD, a hematologist-onc...
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Jittasak (Jake) Khowsathit, PhD Postdoctoral Associate Dr. John Karanicolas' Lab Fox Chase Cancer Center [email protected] Biography I have always been interested in science. “Dexter’s Laboratory” and “Pinky and the Brain” were amongst my f...
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Cancers of the pancreas, liver, and bile duct don’t always show symptoms early on. But sometimes, they give off a warning sign that’s easy to spot—jaundice.Marked by a yellowing of the skin or eyes, jaundice happens when a person’s blood contains high level...
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If you or a loved one is dealing with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver (colorectal liver metastasis), here’s some hopeful news: although the condition has long been difficult to treat, recent advances are making a big impact.Unlike primary liv...
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Updated March 4, 2022 Every year, approximately 34,000 people in the United States learn they have multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer that primarily affects people age 65 and older. Here are some key facts to know about this fairly rare cancer, and...
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A rapid, accurate diagnosis is always the goal when dealing with cancer. It is particularly important for lung cancer, which is the leading cause of cancer deaths. Cancerous nodules in the lungs can be small and found in hard-to-reach areas, making biopsies...
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