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Gene therapy for hemophilia: a cure for the royal disease?

Already 20 years ago, the first study on gene therapy for the bleeding disorder hemophilia B was published. Internist-hematologist Prof Dr Frank Leebeek explains what has happened since then. Is gene therapy the cure for the royal disease?

By: Berit Sinterniklaas 20 September 2022

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In this webinar Prof Frank Leebeek reports the latest results on efficacy, side effects, and hurdles of gene therapy for hemophilia A and B.

Academic Centers of Excellence

This video is part of a series of online lectures about the Erasmus MC Academic Centers of Excellence. Prof Frank Leebeek is affiliated with the Academic Center for Breast Cancer.

What is ECMO and how can ECMO care be improved?

Erasmus MC participates in scientific studies of ECMO, or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. This is a form of life support that temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs.

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Collaboration essential for patients with hereditary and familial tumors

Joining the forces and expertise of clinicians, laboratory specialists and scientists is essential in providing the best care for people with hereditary and familial tumors. Erasmus MC’s ‘Academic Center for Familial and Hereditary tumors’ brings these groups together.

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Implementation study lung cancer screening has started

Now that it has been shown that lung cancer screening can save lives, it is time for the next question. How should such a screening program be implemented?

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