Karolina Faysman, NP, is a nurse practitioner in the hematology-oncology department at UCLA Health.
Emerging Therapies for Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease
April 26th 2024This segment of the virtual tumor board presentation focuses on the clinical development and use of emerging therapies, specifically Belumosudil, for the management of chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGvHD) following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Steroid-Refractory cGvHD: Emerging Treatment Options
April 12th 2024This segment explores the management of steroid-refractory cGvHD, highlighting the data from clinical trials on agents like ibrutinib and ruxolitinib. The discussion delves into the potential benefits, risks, and optimal patient selection for these novel therapies.
Diagnosis and Initial Management of cGVHD
April 12th 2024This segment focuses on the key considerations for diagnosing cGvHD and the initial treatment approaches, including the use of corticosteroids and combination therapies. The discussion covers factors that guide the decision-making process, such as organ involvement, severity of symptoms, and response to initial therapy.