Vasili Berdoukas
OAM, M.B. B.S., FRACP


Comparing iron chelators for the treatment of thalassaemia – What are the differences?


Learning Objectives
  • Review the classes of iron chelators available in terms of their physiochemical characteristics and safety and efficacy
  • Discuss the most recent clinical data evaluating the effect of different iron chelators on surrogate markers of iron chelation efficacy
  • Learn about the impact on cardioprotection and survival for available iron chelators
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Renzo Galanello
MD


Combination therapy in thalassaemia – A review of treatment strategies to maximize patient outcomes


Learning Objectives
  • Understand the rationale for selecting combination therapy as a treatment option for thalassaemia major patients
  • Learn how different iron chelators can be used in combination therapy
  • Gain insight into combination therapy treatment strategies
  • Review the most recent clinical data for optimizing the use of iron chelators in combination
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Caterina
Borgna-Pignatti

MD


Survival in Thalassaemia - Does the choice of iron chelator make a difference?
  • Review the most recent survival data for patients with thalassaemia major
  • Gain insight into the improvements seen in patient survival through iron chelation
  • Learn how different iron chelators impact patient survival
  • Review country specific examples on the changes in survival
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Dudley Pennell
MD FRCP FACC FESC


How can MRI be used to optimize the management of thalassaemia?

In this webcast, new information regarding cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) and it’s use in thalassaemia management will be discussed.


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