On this episode of the Global Hemophilia Report, Senior Advisor Dr. Donna DiMichele leads a comprehensive discussion on FVIII inhibitors—a critical complication in Hemophilia A. The episode features experts such as Dr. Kathleen Pratt, Dr. David Lillicrap, Dr. Bhavya Doshi, Dr. Carol Miao, and Dr. Radek Kazmarek who explore the intricacies of immune responses, gene therapy, and novel therapies like emicizumab. They delve into factors like antigen-presenting cells, B cells, T cells, microbiome effects, and glycans that influence inhibitor development and tolerance. Despite advancements in treatment, the experts underscore the enduring importance of ongoing research in understanding and preventing FVIII inhibitors.
Contributors:
Glaivy Batsuli, MD
Bhavya Doshi, MD
David Lillicrap, MD
Carol Miao, PhD
Kathleen Pratt, PhD
Radek Kaczmarek, PhD
Senior Advisor: Donna DiMichele, MD
Hosted & Written by: Patrick James Lynch
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Show Notes:
Listen to the Global Hemophilia Report Episode 1: Inhibitors: Prevention, Eradication, and Lived Experiences
Conflicts of Interest: Dr. Kathleen Pratt is an inventor on patents related to factor VIII immunogenicity, and she has received research funding in the past from pharmaceutical companies that manufacture human FVIII. She has no other relevant conflicts to report.
Disclaimer: The contents of Dr. Pratt's presentation are the sole responsibility of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions or policies of Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc., the Department of Defense (DoD) or the Departments of the Army, Navy, or Air Force. Mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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