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R T Jim

Publications and source records attributed to R T Jim.

At least 19 recordsLinked to original sources
PubMed1994

Allogeneic and autologous bone marrow transplant experiences in Hawaii.

Allogeneic bone marrow transplant (BMT) was first performed successfully at St. Francis Medical Center in 1978. Since that time, 91 BMTs have been performed for aplastic anemia, leukemia, lymphoma, and Stage II, III and IV breast cancers. This article will explain the methods, complications and results of BMT in Hawaii.

Anemia, Aplastic↗
PubMed1994

Prolonged static magnetic field exposure and myeloma.

Recently, concern about exposure to electromagnetic fields has been expressed. Although a definite cause and effect between these fields and cancer has not been established, we report a case in which the patient, who slept on a magnetic mattress for 5 years, developed myeloma.

Aged↗
PubMed1991

Hereditary anemias in Hawaii. 1987.

The differential diagnosis of microcytic anemias in Hawaii presents special problems because of the hereditary anemias prevalent in its large Asian subpopulations. Both the alpha- and beta-thalassemias are important because of morbidity and mortality. Heterozygous carriers for either type mimic iron deficiency, which may lead to inappropriate work-up or treatment. The thalassemias and hemoglobin (Hb) variants are all benign in heterozygotes, but if a couple are both heterozygous for the same or for incompatible variants, their children have 25% risk of inheriting a serious anemia. These can be prevented by detecting the heterozygotes, and by offering genetic counseling and fetal testing to couples at risk of having severely affected children. Early detection is also possible by the screening of newborns. Fetal diagnosis, or early detection and treatment, can greatly reduce the consequences of these anemias. Screening and prevention will cost far less than the cost of care for affected patients.

Anemia↗