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LncRNA CASC15 serves as a diagnostic biomarker for postmenopausal osteoporotic fractures and its knockdown enhances HBMSC osteogenic differentiation via miR-152-3p.

OBJECTIVE: Long non-coding RNA CASC15 plays a role in the development of various human diseases. However, the diagnostic role and molecular mechanisms of CASC15 in postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMOP) remain unclear. METHODS: This study enrolled 137 healthy postmenopausal women and 141 PMOP patients. CASC15 and miR-152-3p levels in serum and HBMSCs were measured via RT-qPCR. Western blotting and RT-qPCR were employed to analyze the protein and mRNA expression levels of osteogenic markers (RUNX2, ALP, OCN, Col I). CASC15's diagnostic value was assessed by the ROC curve. Proliferation (CCK-8) and

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Health-Related Quality of Life, Illness Perception, Stigmatization and Optimism Among Hematology Patients: Two Exploratory Path Models.

Background and Objectives: Hematological diseases can cause lasting physical and social impairments. Illness perception and emotional functioning, influenced by stigmatization and optimism, may shape these outcomes, yet their combined effects on health-related quality of life remain underexplored. This study investigates their direct and indirect links with physical and social functioning. Materials and Methods: Ninety-six hematology patients completed the EORTC QoL Scale, the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, the Stigma Scale for Chronic Illness, and the Revised Life Orientation Test. A

Influence of PSMB6 and PSMB9 Genetic Polymorphisms on Bortezomib-Based Therapy Response in Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma.

BACKGROUND: Bortezomib (BTZ)-based regimens play a crucial role in the treatment of multiple myeloma (MM), significantly improving patient outcomes. BTZ, a proteasome inhibitor, interferes with cellular processes essential for cancer cell growth and survival, resulting in high response rates. Its use in initial and recurrent treatment strategies has been associated with extended disease control and improved long-term outcomes, contributing to overall survival. This study aimed to delineate the clinical characteristics of newly diagnosed MM patients and investigate the influence of single nucle

Adoptive JC Virus-Specific T Lymphocytes for the Treatment of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy: Experience from Two Italian Centers.

UNLABELLED: Background: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a rare but fatal disease caused by John Cunningham virus (JCV) in immunocompromised individuals, with no effective antiviral treatment currently available. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of adoptive JCV-specific T lymphocyte therapy in patients with PML. METHODS: Nineteen patients meeting the 2013 consensus criteria for "definite PML" were included, and JCV-specific T lymphocytes expanded from autologous or allogeneic peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) using JCV antigen-derived peptides were admi

Уморальный и клеточный иммунитет после вакцинации от SARS-COV-2 в релапсирующих и излучающих множественный склероз пациентах, обработанных Интерфероном Бетой и Диметил Фумаратом.

О воздействии вакцин против SARS-COV-2 на иммунитет пациентов с множественным склерозом (PwMS) до сих пор не известно в полной мере. Дополнительные разъяснения могли бы помочь в решении медицинских проблем, связанных с использованием иммунодепрессивных и иммуномодулятивных препаратов, известных как терапия для борьбы с заболеваниями (ДМТ), в рамках ПВМС, а также обеспечить надлежащую защиту от серьезных последствий COVID-19. Поэтому цель нашего исследования заключалась в оценке юморальной и клеточной иммунной реакции в PwMS, обработанных DMT.МЕТОДЫ: Концентрации антител " IgG Spike "

Распространение, коморбиды и связанные с болезнями осложнения ревматоидного артрита в Колумбии: национальное межсекторальное исследование на основе данных об административных претензиях.

СПРАВОЧНАЯ ИНФОРМАЦИЯ: До настоящего времени в Колумбии проводились ограниченные исследования, особенно в национальном масштабе, по вопросу о распространенности коморбидов и осложнений, связанных с ревматоидным артритом (RA). Мы поставили перед собой цель проанализировать характер распространенности коморбидов и связанных с болезнями осложнений у пациентов из числа РА, охваченных колумбийским режимом медицинского обслуживания. МЕТОДЫ: Мы провели общенациональное описательное исследование наблюдений с использованием данных об административных претензиях. Мы использовали набор чувствительных и к

На пути к созданию интерфейсов мозга и компьютера для людей с множественным склерозом.

Множественный склероз (MS) может быть серьезным расстройством, приводящим к различным неврологическим симптомам. Интерфейс "Мозг-компьютер" (BCI) может заменить некоторые утраченные функции; однако у людей с MS не хватает исследований BCI. В нынешних проектах BCI также не учитываются уникальные патологические изменения, связанные с MS, и не учитываются потребности пользователей в их родной среде. Для того чтобы эффективно и действенно продвинуться вперед в этой области исследований, мы стремились оценить потребности пользователей и оценить практическую осуществимость и ориентированные на польз

Роль витаминов сыворотки в сдерживании воздействия нейродегенеративных заболеваний на подкорректный объем мозга.

КОЛИЧЕСТВО: Нейродегенеративные заболевания (ND) приводят к постепенной потере нейронных клеток и к атрофии субкортических структур головного мозга, но причинно-следственные промежуточные данные не известны. Для проверки причинно-следственного воздействия на подкорректную атрофию основных ND (болезнь Альцгеймера (АБ), болезнь Паркинсона, множественный склероз и амиотропический боковой склероз) и того, играет ли уровень витамина сыворотки посредническую роль в этом процессе.МЕТОДЫ: С использованием обобщенных данных широкомасштабного исследования, проведенного в рамках ассоциации по геному (GWA

Impact of payment source, referral site, and place of residence on outcomes after allogeneic transplantation in Mexico.

BackgroundThe impact of social determinants of health in allogeneic transplant recipients in low- and middle-income countries is poorly described. This observational study analyzes the impact of place of residence, referring institution, and transplant cost coverage (out-of-pocket vs government-funded vs private insurance) on outcomes after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloHSCT) in two of Mexico's largest public and private institutions.AimTo evaluate the impact of social determinants of health and their relationship with outcomes among allogeneic transplant recipients i

Quality of Life and Symptoms of Hospitalized Hematological Cancer Patients.

Patients with hematological malignancies undergo intensive treatment and prolonged hospitalization, thus having a variety of physical and psychosocial symptoms and worse quality of life (QOL). This study aimed to assess the QOL and investigate the symptoms of hospitalized hematological cancer patients. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the hematology clinics and day units of two general hospitals of Heraklion, Crete. Adult patients with hematological malignancy and an adequate understanding of the Greek language participated. A demographic questionnaire, the European Organization for Re

Short- and Long-Term Prognosis in Hemodynamically Stable Pulmonary Embolism With Unresectable or Metastatic Malignancies: The Role of Performance Status.

BackgroundThe simplified Pulmonary Embolism Severity Index (sPESI) has limitations when evaluating acute pulmonary embolism (PE) in patients with concurrent malignancy. Despite its utility in predicting outcomes among cancer patients, the role of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (ECOG PS) in acute PE remains underexplored. This study aims to assess the prognostic significance of ECOG PS ≥ 3 on short- and long-term mortality in acute PE with malignancy, correlating it with the sPESI.Methods and resultsWe retrospectively analyzed 44 hemodynamically stable acute PE patien

Acute respiratory distress syndrome in patients with hematological malignancies: a one-year retrospective nationwide cohort study.

BACKGROUND: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) occurring in patients with hematological malignancies (HM) is a life-threatening condition with specific features. Mortality rate remains high but improvement has been described over the past several years. We aimed to describe characteristics and outcomes of ARDS in HM patients admitted in French ICUs (Intensive Care Units) during a one year-period. Data for this nationwide cohort study were collected from the French national hospital database (Programme de Médicalisation des Systèmes d'Information (PMSI)). All patients (18 years or older

Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Associated with Bisphosphonates Infusion for Treatment of Plasma Cell Myeloma-A Retrospective Observational Study of Northern Portuguese Population.

Objectives: To verify medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) frequency among patients with plasma cell myeloma (PCM) that had been treated with bisphosphonates, to identify predisposing factors that could influence the development of osteonecrosis. Methods: This observational retrospective study was performed at the Department of Hematology of Hospital Center of Porto (CHUP), Portugal. Results: The study population (n = 112) had a 15.2% (n = 17) prevalence of osteonecrosis. Clinically, bone exposure was the most frequently observed sign, present in 100% (n = 17) of the patients, f

Willingness of advanced cancer patients to receive palliative care and its determinants: A cross-sectional study in Northern Tanzania.

BackgroundThe purpose of this study was to assess willingness of advanced cancer patients to receive palliative care and its determinants at Cancer Care Centre in Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre Northern Tanzania.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to assess willingness of advanced cancer patients to receive palliative care and its determinants at Cancer Care Centre in Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre Northern Tanzania.MethodsThis was an institution-based cross-sectional study and the target population was all advanced cancer patients attending care at Cancer care Centre in Norther

The exploration of B cell maturation antigen expression in plasma cell dyscrasias beyond multiple myeloma.

BACKGROUND: B cell maturation antigen (BCMA) targeted immunotherapies have demonstrated remarkable clinical efficacy in multiple myeloma (MM). Here, we evaluated the BCMA expression in MM and other plasma cell dyscrasias (PCDs), hoping to provide a potential treatment strategy for the relapsed/refractory PCDs besides MM. METHODS: From January 2018 to August 2021, 377 patients with PCDs were enrolled in this study, including 334 MM, 21 systemic light chain amyloidosis (AL), 5 POEMS syndrome, 14 monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), and three monoclonal gammopathy of renal

Clinical exercise therapy program with multiple myeloma patients: Impacts on feasibility, adherence and efficacy.

PurposeMultiple myeloma (MM) is a severe hemato-oncological disease with high mortality and increasing incidence rate. Since evidence on exercise therapy in MM patients remains limited, this study examines feasibility, adherence, and efficacy based on real-life data from an oncologic care structure.MethodsA data evaluation of MM patients who participated in the oncologic exercise and movement therapy (OTT) at the Cologne University Hospital between 2012 and 2019 was conducted. The patient flow was incrementally reduced to four cohorts, intention-to-treat cohort (ITTC), safety cohort (SC), adhe

Use of Nutraceuticals in Elderly to Fight Inflammation and Immuno-Senescence: A Randomized Case-Control Study.

Elderly people are at high risk of suffering from infection and being affected by severe forms of disease because their immunosystem suffers from aging. The alteration of normal immune functions causes the increase of pro-inflammatory cytokines which can expose these people to increased risk of developing pathologies as cancer, diabetes, and/or arthritis. Some supplements could be helpful for restoring normal immune functions. We conducted a case-control study to evaluate the efficacy of a supplement containing Sambucus nigra, zinc, tyndallized Lactobacillus acidophilus (HA122), arabinogalacta

Psychometric Assessment of SpiDiscI: Spiritual Distress Scale for Palliative Care Patients in India.

ObjectivesSpirituality has an impact on the quality of life of palliative care patients and it influences the way in which they experience their disease. Spiritual distress is a common issue among palliative care patients in India that is best assessed through a tool specifically designed for them. This study presents the findings of a psychometric assessment of SpiDiscI: a 16-item spiritual distress scale for Hindi speaking palliative care patients in India.Materials and methodsThis study used a non-experimental cross-sectional sample survey design. 400 cancer patients undergoing pain treatme

Incivility Is Associated with Burnout and Reduced Compassion Satisfaction: A Mixed-Method Study to Identify Causes of Burnout among Oncology Clinical Research Coordinators.

While oncology clinical research coordinators (CRCs) experience a combination of factors that are thought to put them at increased risk for burnout, very little research has been conducted to understand the risk factors associated with burnout among CRCs. We used a mixed-method approach, including self-report questionnaires to assess burnout and compassion satisfaction, as well as individual and interpersonal variables hypothesized to impact CRC well-being. We also conducted a focus group to gain a more nuanced understanding of coordinators' experiences around burnout, teamwork, resilience, an

Clinical, economic and organizational impact of pharmacist interventions on injectable antineoplastic prescriptions: a prospective observational study.

BackgroundPharmacists play a key role in ensuring the safe use of injectable antineoplastics, which are considered as high-alert medications. Pharmaceutical analysis of injectable antineoplastic prescriptions aims to detect and prevent drug related problems by proposing pharmacist interventions (PI). The impact of this activity for patients, healthcare facilities and other health professionals is not completely known. This study aimed at describing the clinical, economic, and organizational impacts of PIs performed by pharmacists in a chemotherapy preparation unit.MethodsA prospective 10-week