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View article: Cytomegalovirus infection post-hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: a real-world perspective on risk factors and clinical practice
Cytomegalovirus infection post-hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: a real-world perspective on risk factors and clinical practice Open
CMV infection was a common occurrence, particularly among patients with HLA-haploidentical donors. Preventive strategies such as weekly surveillance and pre-emptive ganciclovir therapy proved effective in preventing overt CMV disease.
View article: Survival outcomes of children with relapsed or refractory myeloid leukemia associated with Down syndrome
Survival outcomes of children with relapsed or refractory myeloid leukemia associated with Down syndrome Open
Children with Down syndrome (DS) are at a significantly higher risk of developing acute myeloid leukemia, also termed myeloid leukemia associated with DS (ML-DS). In contrast to the highly favorable prognosis of primary ML-DS, the limited …
View article: Manipulating the Gut Microbiome as a Therapeutic Strategy to Mitigate Late Effects in Childhood Cancer Survivors
Manipulating the Gut Microbiome as a Therapeutic Strategy to Mitigate Late Effects in Childhood Cancer Survivors Open
Recent studies have identified causal links between altered gut microbiome, chronic inflammation, and inflammation-driven conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Childhood cancer survivors (CCS) show late effects of therapy…
View article: Renal metastasis of osteosarcoma after multiple pulmonary metastases: A case report and review of literature
Renal metastasis of osteosarcoma after multiple pulmonary metastases: A case report and review of literature Open
Renal metastasis of osteosarcoma is a rare entity, with paucity of reported cases in the literature. We report a case of a 20-year-old gentleman who was diagnosed with right distal femur osteosarcoma, complicated with multiple pulmonary re…
View article: Spiritual Growth Aspects among Caregivers of Children with Cancer
Spiritual Growth Aspects among Caregivers of Children with Cancer Open
Spirituality is one of the essential aspects of one’s life. It offers a broader perspective towards a meaningful life while undergoing trials such as caring for children with cancers. Cancer caregivers commonly experience physical, emotion…
View article: HLA-Haploidentical Family Donors: The New Promise for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia?
HLA-Haploidentical Family Donors: The New Promise for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia? Open
Allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is indicated in children with high-risk, relapsed or refractory acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). HLA-matched grafts from cord blood and stem cell repositories have allowed pati…
View article: Oral bacteria detection among children with cancer in a tertiary teaching hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Oral bacteria detection among children with cancer in a tertiary teaching hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Open
This study sought to determine the prevalence of pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria in the oral cavities of children with cancer. There were 68 paediatric patients with cancer who were included in this study. Oral swab samples from the…
View article: Case Report: Severe Hyponatremia in Infants With Urinary Tract Infection
Case Report: Severe Hyponatremia in Infants With Urinary Tract Infection Open
Introduction: Many reports on investigations and treatments in UTI, however little, have been mentioned with regard to electrolyte abnormalities. Secondary pseudohypoaldosteronism (PHA) in UTI, though less common, is a known association. F…
View article: Malaysia-Singapore (MASPORE) leukaemia study group: From common history to successful collaboration
Malaysia-Singapore (MASPORE) leukaemia study group: From common history to successful collaboration Open
The 1970s marked the beginning of childhood cancer services in Malaysia and Singapore, two neighbours in South-East Asia. Between 1995 and 2002, Malaysia utilized a treatment regimen based on the Dutch DCOG 7 and German BFM protocols for c…