Hot Topic 2007: Chagas Disease
Program Code: 5134-TC
Saturday, October 20, 2007
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM (ET)

MODERATOR
Peter Tomasulo, MD, Blood Systems, Inc.

SPEAKERS
Susan Stramer, PhD, American Red Cross Biomedical Services
Silvano Wendel, MD, PhD, Hospital Sirio Libanes - Blood Bank

DESCRIPTION
The speakers of this session will present current data regarding the epidemiology of Chagas' disease worldwide with a focus on the impact of immigration patterns with special reference to the US, disease manifestations and current therapies. They will also highlight updates on test results (true-positive rate) and look-back studies. Attendees will also review model systems for testing.