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The role of the Haematology Department Hematology is the medical specialty that deals with diseases of the blood and immune system. Our department offers comprehensive, specialized care for patients suffering from these diseases. Haematology consultation Our mission is to provide specialized, personalized care for every patient. If you don't yet have a precise diagnosis, you can book an appointment in general hematology, and you will then be referred to one of our experts. Our specialties In addition to general hematology consultations, our department is organized into several clinics and centers of expertise:Thrombosis and haemostasis clinic: management of coagulation disorders and bleeding disorders.Red blood cell and iron disorders clinic: specializing in the management of anemia and iron disorders.Reference center for hereditary red blood cell diseases: sickle cell anemia, thalassemia and other rare red blood cell diseases.Reference center for porphyrias: Diagnosis and treatment of porphyrias.Castelman disease reference center: Management of this rare disease.Reference center for the management of Thrombocytopenic Purpura.Histiocytosis reference center: Care for patients with these rare diseases.Haematological oncological diseases are treated at the Institut Jules Bordet, a center of excellence for cancer care. Our General Hematology care units at Erasme HospitalAn inpatient unit: for patients requiring continuous monitoring and specific care for rare blood disorders (sickle cell disease, thalassemia, porphyria, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura).An outpatient treatment unit: for patients requiring treatment without prolonged hospitalization.  Our Hemato-Oncology care units at the Institut Jules BordetTwo in-patient units: for tailored care of patients with blood cancers.An outpatient treatment unit: for treatments requiring monitoring without prolonged hospitalization.Cytapheresis unit: for treatments involving the separation and collection of blood cells.A cell therapy unit: for innovative therapies such as CAR-T cells and gene therapies. Genetic counselling - hereditary red blood cell disorders Genetic counseling is dedicated to rare hereditary red blood cell diseases (sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, spherocytosis, elliptocytosis, pyruvate kinase deficiency, etc.). The consultation is designed to inform a person or family who is or may be at risk of one of these diseases, to help them understand the disease, the tests required for diagnosis and the interpretation of test results. In this way, a person or family has the opportunity to make an informed choice about the health of their loved ones in relation to a rare hereditary red blood cell disease.For more information, please make an Cons [dot] Hemato [at] hubruxelles [dot] be (appointment with Prof. Béatrice Gulbis)' specialist consultation. Our team The Haematology Department is managed by Prof. Virginie De Wilde, Department Head, and Prof. Nathalie Meuleman, Associate Department Head of the Hematology Department at Institut Jules Bordet.Our team is made up of renowned hematology specialists, supported by nursing and administrative staff dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients. Image Our specialists Focus World Sickle Cell Day 2024Amyloidosis Symposium 2024 Research in Hematology Thanks to our research units, our commitment to scientific excellence and therapeutic innovation translates into rapid access to new medicines.Clinical researchWe work with international partners to access unique resources and participate in large-scale clinical trials. More info.Basic ResearchOur basic research laboratory focuses on the underlying mechanisms of hematological diseases. By better understanding these mechanisms, we can develop more effective and targeted therapies. More infoTranslational researchThe laboratory at LHUB (Laboratoire Hospitalier Universitaire de Bruxelles) plays a crucial role in the transition from fundamental discoveries to practical clinical applications. This process, known as translational research, ensures that our scientific discoveries directly benefit patients. 

Our role Cardiology is the medical discipline dedicated to cardiovascular disease. We treat problems linked to the functioning of the heart and blood vessels. Our activities are diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive. In addition to patients who come to us directly, we are also a key interface for other departments and sectors within our hospital and hospital network. Our approach is multidisciplinary and includes a medico-surgical dimension in the interests of optimal care. Image Our specialities The Erasmus Hospital Cardiology Department includes a cardiovascular centre that provides outpatient care, a hospitalisation care unit (following cardiac surgery), an interventional cardiology unit (with 6 angiography wards, 3 dedicated to cardiology) and a cardiac intensive care unit. In addition to the outpatient and hospitalisation care, the department also provides a round-the-clock cardiology service.   The department spans 8 sectors of activity:   The Interventional Cardiology Clinic treats coronary, valvular and structural disease in a high-tech environment.   The Rhythmology Clinic is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac rhythm abnormalities (auricular fibrillation for example), including by invasive electrophysiological procedure. This clinic also monitors patients with implanted devices.The Echocardiography and Cardiac Assessment Laboratory is a central pivot in treating all persons with a heart problem or a disorder that could have an impact on cardiovascular health.    Affection of the pulmonary circulationThe Cardiac Insufficiency and Pulmonary Vascular Disease Clinic   (see Focus) offers advanced care for patients, including monitoring of implanted devices to assist circulation and a transplant programme. This sector draws on recognised expertise through a network that is a European reference.   Our expertise in cardiovascular genetics and rare cardiac diseases serves to detect the genetic components and family risk of cardiac and/or vascular disease.   The Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation Clinic proposes primary and secondary cardiovascular prevention programmes (for persons with personal antecedents), through multidisciplinary care programmes.    Transplantation and cardiac assistanceThe Cardio-Oncology Pole works with oncologists from the Jules Bordet Institute to anticipate, limit and manage the cardiotoxicity potential of certain anticancer drugs.   Paediatric cardiology is provided in association with HUDERF cardiologists, in particular when young patients become adults. This ensures a structured transition within the HUB for congenital cardiac pathologies.  Our Team Image Our medical specialists Focus The Erasmus Hospital Cardiology Department possesses internationally recognised expertise in treating pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). This rare disease first develops in the blood vessels of the lung and leads to cardiac insufficiency. Early and sufficient treatment makes it possible to increase life expectancy. The department offers access to innovative treatment (medical, surgical and interventional) as well as expertise in the field of genetics. Research The Erasmus Hospital Cardiology Department is very active in fundamental and clinical research. Its participation in many clinical studies gives patients early access to innovative treatment. In cooperation with the Cardiology Laboratory, the Cardiopulmonary Physiology Laboratory, the ULB Genetics Laboratory and the IRIBHM, the Cardiology Department is involved in a number of research projects at Belgian and/or European level with publications  in the fields of rhythmology, cardiac insufficiency, PAH, cardiovascular prevention and cardiogenetics.  The department is also contributing to the development of a new method of studying cardiac movement (known as ballistocardiography), in cooperation with engineers at the ULB. Projects are also underway on the potential contribution of artificial intelligence in cardiology.    Publications ESC/ERS Scientific Document Group. Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension Authors : Humbert M, Kovacs G, Hoeper MM, Badagliacca R, Berger RMF, Brida M, Carlsen J, Coats AJS, Escribano-Subias P, Ferrari P, Ferreira DS, Ghofrani HA, Giannakoulas G, Kiely DG, Mayer E, Meszaros G, Nagavci B, Olsson KM, Pepke-Zaba J, Quint JK, Rådegran G, Simonneau G, Sitbon O, Tonia T, Toshner M, Vachiery JL, Vonk Noordegraaf A, Delcroix M, Rosenkranz S;Journal : . 2022 ESC/ERS. Eur Heart J. 2022 Oct 11;43(38):3618-3731. doi: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehac237. Erratum in: Eur Heart J. 2023 Apr 17;44(15):1312. PMID: 36017548.  Non-invasive cardiac kinetic energy distribution: a new marker of heart failure with impaired ejection fraction (KINO-HF). Authors : De Keyzer E, Hossein A, Rabineau J, Morissens M, Almorad A, van de Borne P.Journal : Front Cardiovasc Med. 2023 May 2;10:1096859. doi: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1096859. PMID: 37200972; PMCID: PMC10185762.  ESC Working Group on e-Cardiology Position Paper: accuracy and reliability of electrocardiogram monitoring in the detection of atrial fibrillation in cryptogenic stroke patients In collaboration with the Council on Stroke, the European Heart Rhythm Association, and the Digital Health Committee.Authors : Dilaveris PE, Antoniou CK, Caiani EG, Casado-Arroyo R, Climent AΜ, Cluitmans M, Cowie MR, Doehner W, Guerra F, Jensen MT, Kalarus Z, Locati ET, Platonov P, Simova I, Schnabel RB, Schuuring M, Tsivgoulis G, Lumens J.Journal : Eur Heart J Digit Health. 2022 Jun 8;3(3):341-358. doi: 10.1093/ehjdh/ztac026. Erratum in: Eur Heart J Digit Health. 2023 Mar 06;4(2):138. PMID: 36712155; PMCID: PMC9707962.  A. Pediatric pulmonary arterial hypertension due to a novel homozygous GDF2 missense variant affecting BMP9 processing and activity. Authors : Chomette L, Hupkens E, Romitti M, Dewachter L, Vachiéry JL, Bailly S, Costagliola S, Smits G, Tillet E, Bondue A.Journal : Am J Med Genet A. 2023 Aug;191(8):2064-2073. doi: 10.1002/ajmg.a.63236. Epub 2023 May 30. PMID: 37249087. 

Our role This multidisciplinary team of healthcare staff exercising different professions aims to ensure continuity of care at the Erasmus Hospital and externally when the patient approaches end of life or requires symptomatic treatment, notably to manage pain and uncomfortable symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, hiccups, constipation, etc. Our mobile team is available on request for the care team, patient and patient’s family.    Image Our specialities Our team consists  of liaison psychiatrists, internists, nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists, dietitians, pharmacists and social workers.  Their missions are to give timely and/or repeated opinions without assuming direct responsibility for the patient, to offer support to those around the patient and the care teams, to prepare for discharge, return home or transfer to another institution or rest home in close cooperation with the family GP and the required outpatient assistance and care structures. All team members listen to the patient, possibly provide advice and increase the awareness of all the interlocutors while respecting their individual philosophical convictions and religious beliefs. The joint approach to a patient with a serious, progressive and incurable illness must be centred around respect for autonomy while seeking to guarantee as much as possible the remaining quality of life and comfort.     Useful links Fédération Bruxelloise de Soins Palliatifs (FBSP)  Association pluraliste de soins palliatifs de la région de Bruxelles (Palliabru) : +32 (0)2 743 45 92

Under construction The Erasmus Hospital offers this service for the care of our patients. The page is currently being updated. However, you can make an appointment for this service by clicking on "make an appointment".   Please note: The Centre Multidisciplinaire d'Evaluation et de Traitement de la Douleur chronique is a 3rd line centre recognised by the S.P.F Santé Publique. In order to make an appointment, you must have a request for treatment from your general practitioner (1st line) or from your specialist (2nd line). This request must be accompanied by the Erasme Hospital medical questionnaire completed by the doctor and the patient questionnaire intended for you. Together, these documents will enable us to determine which specialist is best suited to treat you. Ask your GP or specialist for more information.

Under construction The Erasmus Hospital offers this service for the care of our patients. The page is currently being updated. However, you can make an appointment for this service by clicking on "make an appointment". Our team Image Our specialists

Our role The Hospital Hygiene and Epidemiology Clinic is the operational structure responsible for preventing healthcare-associated infections at Erasme Hospital. It is staffed by doctors and hygiene nurses. Image Image Image Image Our tasks In accordance with legal requirements, the Epidemiology Clinic is mainly responsible for the following tasks: Developing, implementing and monitoring a strategy for standard protective measures aimed at preventing the transmission of infectious germs and monitoring nosocomial infections.Implementing a strategy to combat epidemics.Monitoring hygiene-related aspects of hospital activities, such as building construction and alterations, activities in the Operating Theatre and other medico-technical sectors.Training and informing hospital staff about infection prevention measures.To carry out these various tasks, the Hospital Epidemiology and Hygiene Clinic works closely with the Medical Director, the Director of the Nursing Department and the Hospital Hygiene Committee.Nosocomial infections complicate 5 to 10% of hospital admissions and are one of the most significant causes of serious adverse events occurring in hospital. The consequences are high mortality and morbidity, and prolonged and more costly hospital stays.Preventing them is therefore a strategic priority for all institutions, both in terms of patients and public health authorities.To carry out its preventive missions, the Hospital Epidemiology and Hygiene Clinic works in collaboration with all the hospital's departments. Our core activities Surveillance and prevention programsThe Epidemiology and Hospital Hygiene Clinic of the Erasme Hospital has implemented several epidemiological surveillance programs adapted to our institution. We also participate in national surveillance programs established by the Institute of Public Health.National campaignsErasme Hospital participates in all federal initiatives concerning infection prevention (such as campaigns to promote hand hygiene, and initiatives of the federal hospital hygiene platform).International studiesConcerned about the importance of controlling the consumption of antibiotics in the prevention of bacterial resistance to them, the Erasmus Hospital regularly participates in European research programs focused on nosocomial infections and their prevention.Edition of recommendations and prevention proceduresThe Epidemiology and Hospital Hygiene Clinic at Erasme Hospital publishes information documents or infection prevention procedures. These documents are available on the hospital intranet site or on request from Dr. Byl.Continuing information and trainingThe Hospital Epidemiology and Hygiene Clinic provides you with various training and information tools (available on the intranet site or from Dr Byl).Regional hospital hygiene platform - Brussels/Walloon BrabantThe Hospital Epidemiology and Hygiene Clinic coordinates the activities of the Brussels/Walloon Brabant Regional Hospital Hygiene Platform.To learn about the activities of the Federal Platform and the various regional hygiene platforms, we invite you to visit the website (FPS) Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment.Hygiene trainingThe Free University of Brussels co-organizes a Complementary Master in Hospital Hygiene in collaboration with UCL and ULg. This training is intended to train both doctors and public health nurses.   Our specialists Baudouin Byl, responsible doctorHuguette Strale, nurse coordinator

Our role The H.U.B’s Neuroimaging Department is equipped with two high-tech devices that enable us to map and study the functioning of the brain.  « Our principal activity is research », explains Professor Xavier De Tiège, head of the department. « It is ‘translational’ in the sense that we aim to bring the results of our research to clinical practice, for the benefit of patients ». Image Image The H.U.B’s Neuroimaging Department cooperates regularly with Neurosurgery, ENT, Radiology, la radiologie, Child Psychiatry, etc.To get more info about the service : SecMed [dot] MedNuc [dot] erasme [at] hubruxelles [dot] be (SecMed[dot]MedNuc[dot]erasme[at]hubruxelles[dot]be). Our specialities The H.U.B’s Translational Neuroimaging Department has two leading edge technologies: Magnetoencephalography (MEG) records brain activity in a totally non-invasive way to a high degree of precision in terms of time (millisecond) and space (a few mm).  MEG has 2 clinically recognised indications:  to precisely pinpoint the epileptic source to be operated on in the case of refractory epilepsy;   to precisely locate functionally important areas of the brain  (for language, mobility, vision, etc.) in relation to a brain tumour or lesion that has to be operated on.   The department also contributes internationally to developing the MEG of the future based on a new sensor technology  known as optical pumping magnetometers. This MEG system can be fitted directly to the scalp  and offers a precision that is superior to the present system.   PET-MRI is a technology that combines magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and a  PET-Scan. It makes it possible to visualise the brain’s anatomy and functioning simultaneously. It is very useful for studying the brain’s structure and functioning in the case of brain tumours, multiple sclerosis, cognitive disorders  such as Alzheimer’s, certain learning difficulties in children, autism spectrum disorders, etc.    Our team Image Our specialists Research The functional neuroimaging platform at the ULB – of which the Translational Neuroimaging Department and the Neuroanatomy and Neuroimaging Laboratory  (LN2T) headed by Professor Xavier De Tiège are a part – enables researchers from the ULB’s Institute of Neurosciences, together with other Belgian laboratories and universities, to have access to MEG  and PET-MR technology. Within the ULB itself, research relating to these two devices concentrates on its sensomotor, language and cognitive functions. It is a question of studying how and to what degree certain brain diseases (epilepsy, tumours, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis) affect these major brain functions. Publications Lien vers https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ana.26844  On-Scalp Magnetoencephalography Based On Optically Pumped Magnetometers Can Detect Mesial Temporal Lobe Epileptiform Discharges Feys O, Ferez M, Corvilain P, Schuind S, Rikir E, Legros B, Gaspard N, Holmes N, Brookes M, Wens V, De Tiège X.Ann Neurol. 2024 Mar;95(3):620-622.  Lien vers https://pubs.rsna.org/doi/10.1148/radiol.212453?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:… On-Scalp Optically Pumped Magnetometers versus Cryogenic Magnetoencephalography for Diagnostic Evaluation of Epilepsy in School-aged Children Feys O, Corvilain P, Aeby A, Sculier C, Holmes N, Brookes M, Goldman S, Wens V, De Tiège X.Radiology. 2022 Aug;304(2):429-434.   Lien vers https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00259-020-05154-6  Structural and metabolic brain abnormalities in COVID-19 patients with sudden loss of smell Niesen M, Trotta N, Noel A, Coolen T, Fayad G, Leurkin-Sterk G, Delpierre I, Henrard S, Sadeghi N, Goffard JC, Goldman S, De Tiège X.Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging. 2021 Jun;48(6):1890-1901.   Lien vers https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/hbm.25247  Brain dysconnectivity relates to disability and cognitive impairment in multiple sclerosis Sjøgård M, Wens V, Van Schependom J, Costers L, D'hooghe M, D'haeseleer M, Woolrich M, Goldman S, Nagels G, De Tiège X.Hum Brain Mapp. 2021 Feb 15;42(3):626-643.  

On the day of your consultation please go to one of the registration terminals in the central hall 20 minutes before your appointment.  Documents to bring with you Your identity documents Any document attesting to your rights to receive care (“BIM”, “réquisitoire” to cover medical expenses.) The results of or prescription for any examinations if applicable Documents to bring with you