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ASCAT 2024 | The history of improving outcomes in thalassemia and the importance of the multidisciplinary team

Malcolm Walker, MD, FRCP, University College London, London, UK, discusses the evolution of treatments for thalassemia, a condition that was once universally fatal in childhood. Several key advancements, such as the development of MRI techniques to measure iron overload in the heart, have led to significant reductions in patient mortality rates and extended life expectancy. Prof. Walker also highlights the importance of collaboration between hematologists and specialists in fields like cardiology to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. This interview took place at the 19th Annual Scientific Conference of the Academy for Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia (ASCAT 2024) in London, UK.

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