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A Retrospective Evaluation of Operative and Postoperative Outcomes in Patients with Spinal Metastases from a Single Center to Compare Vertebrectomy with Combined Vertebrectomy and Radiofrequency Ablation.

BACKGROUND This retrospective study was conducted at a single center and aimed to evaluate operative and postoperative outcomes in patients with spinal metastases using vertebrectomy and combined vertebrectomy and radiofrequency ablation (RFA). MATERIAL AND METHODS Patients diagnosed with spinal metastases between April 2009 and March 2016 (n=49) included patients who underwent vertebrectomy (n=26) and patients who underwent combined vertebrectomy and RFA (n=23). The characteristics of the 2 groups were similar in primary tumor types, comorbidities, Tomita score, vertebral involvement, preoper

Contribution of Real-World Evidence in European Medicines Agency's Regulatory Decision Making.

Real-world data/evidence (RWD/RWE) may provide insightful information on medicines' clinical effects to guide regulatory decisions. While its contribution has been recognized for safety monitoring and disease epidemiology across medicines' life cycles, using RWD/RWE to demonstrate efficacy requires further evaluation. This study aimed to (i) characterize RWD/RWE presented by applicants to support claims on medicines' efficacy within initial marketing authorization applications (MAAs) and extension of indication applications (EoIs), and (ii) analyze the contribution of RWD/RWE to regulatory dec

Development of Targeted Alpha Particle Therapy for Solid Tumors.

Targeted alpha-particle therapy (TAT) aims to selectively deliver radionuclides emitting α-particles (cytotoxic payload) to tumors by chelation to monoclonal antibodies, peptides or small molecules that recognize tumor-associated antigens or cell-surface receptors. Because of the high linear energy transfer (LET) and short range of alpha (α) particles in tissue, cancer cells can be significantly damaged while causing minimal toxicity to surrounding healthy cells. Recent clinical studies have demonstrated the remarkable efficacy of TAT in the treatment of metastatic, castration-resistant prosta

Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome Following High-Dose Chemotherapy and Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in a Pediatric Patient With Neuroblastoma.

Bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome (BOS) is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder most often recognized as a pulmonary manifestation of chronic graft-versus-host disease after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). Its occurrence following autologous HSCT (auto-HSCT) is exceedingly rare, and its clinical features and prognosis remain poorly defined. We report the case of a five-year-old girl with neuroblastoma who developed BOS after high-dose chemotherapy with thiotepa and melphalan followed by auto-HSCT. Respiratory symptoms, including dyspnea, wheeze, and oxygen desatu

CD24 Is a Prognostic Marker for Multiple Myeloma Progression and Survival.

Surface antigens are commonly used in flow cytometry assays for the diagnosis of multiple myeloma (MM). Some of these are directly involved in MM pathogenesis or interactions with the microenvironment, but most are used for either diagnostic or prognostic purposes. In a previous study, we showed that in-vitro, CD24-positive plasma cells exhibit a less tumorigenic phenotype. Here, we assessed the prognostic importance of CD24 expression in patients newly diagnosed with MM as it correlates to their clinical course. Immunophenotyping by flow cytometry of 124 patients uniformly treated by a bortez

Физические упражнения низкой интенсивности связаны с улучшением мелиорации и сокращением микрогранной активации в модели обезвоживания Cuprizone.

Уничтожение таких болезней, как множественный склероз, приводит к повреждению милиновой оболочки, что приводит к неврологическим проблемам. Хотя точные причины НР неясны, известно, что подстрекательские процессы и плохое воспоминание способствуют прогрессированию заболеваний. Упражнения показали, что они являются ненаркотической терапией для MS, и, согласно сообщениям, выгоды для мобильности, настроения и потенциальной нейрозащиты. Однако не в полной мере понимаются конкретные способы воздействия физических упражнений на воспоминание и нейронное воспаление в условиях демиелина. В рамках этого

The Efficacy and Safety of Tandem Transplant Versus Single Stem Cell Transplant for Multiple Myeloma Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: While high-dose therapy and autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT) remain integral to the primary treatment of newly diagnosed transplant-eligible multiple myeloma (MM) patients, the challenge of disease progression persists. The primary objective of this meta-analysis is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tandem ASCT compared to single ASCT. Methods: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and observational studies comparing tandem ASCT with single ASCT in patients with newly diagnosed MM. We searched PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library,

The Surgical Management of Proximal Femoral Metastases: A Narrative Review.

The proximal femur is a common location for the development of bony metastatic disease. Metastatic bone disease in this location can cause debilitating pain, pathologic fractures, reduced quality of life, anemia or hypercalcemia. A thorough history, physical examination and preoperative investigations are required to ensure accurate diagnosis and prognosis. The goals of surgical management is to provide pain relief and return to function with a construct that provides stability to allow for immediate weightbearing. Current surgical treatment options include intramedullary nailing, hemiarthropl

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… Recent studies have attempted to measure the minimally clinical important differences (MCID) in treatment of patients with lower extremity metastases for multiple domains of QoL including PROMIS scores and the SF-36 score [ 46 , 47 ]. … Prospective study for establishing minimal clinically important differences in patients with surgery for lower extremity metastases. Acta Oncol. 2021;60:714–720. doi: 10.1080/0284186X.2021.1890333. 48. Tanaka T., Imanishi J., Charoenlap C., Choong P.F.M. …

Low-dose daratumumab and bortezomib for the treatment of proliferative glomerulonephritis with monoclonal immunoglobulin deposits: a case report.

BACKGROUND: Proliferative glomerulonephritis with monoclonal immunoglobulin deposits (PGNMID) is an exceptionally rare glomerular disease, accounting for only 0.17-3.7% of all renal biopsies, and no consensus-based treatment algo-rithm has been established. Although daratumumab, a humanized anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody, has shown promising efficacy in PGNMID, the existing evidence is limited to small case series using standard-dose regimens (16 mg/kg). Critically, data on reduced-dose daratumumab in elderly patients with CyBorD-refractory disease and multiple comorbidities remain scarce. This

Healing Oral Mucositis With Arrabidaea chica Verlot Mucoadhesive Gel in Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.

INTRODUCTION: Oral mucositis affects up to 80% of patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation, causing painful ulcers, increased infection risk, and impaired quality of life. Current treatments are mainly palliative, highlighting the need for new therapeutic options. Arrabidaea chica Verlot extract has shown wound healing potential through antioxidant activity and collagen synthesis promotion in vitro and significant wound area reduction in vivo. OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study is to evaluate the wound healing potential of a mucoadhesive gel containing 2.5% A. chica extract for trea

Frailty-adjusted therapy in Transplant Non-Eligible patients with newly diagnosed Multiple Myeloma (FiTNEss (UK-MRA Myeloma XIV Trial)): a study protocol for a randomised phase III trial.

INTRODUCTION: Multiple myeloma is a bone marrow cancer, which predominantly affects older people. The incidence is increasing in an ageing population.Over the last 10 years, patient outcomes have improved. However, this is less apparent in older, less fit patients, who are ineligible for stem cell transplant. Research is required in this patient group, taking into account frailty and aiming to improve: treatment tolerability, clinical outcomes and quality of life. METHODS AND ANALYSIS: Frailty-adjusted therapy in Transplant Non-Eligible patients with newly diagnosed Multiple Myeloma is a nati

Photobiomodulation in Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: Outcomes in Stage I and Its Adjunctive Role in Advanced Cases.

Background/Objectives: The development of pharmacotherapy, particularly in antiangiogenic drugs, has led to the emergence of MRONJ as a significant side effect. With the increasing incidence of cancer, the management of MRONJ poses a growing challenge for clinicians. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of photobiomodulation (PBM) in treating patients with stage I, II, and III medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). Methods: A total of 31 patients were divided into two groups: Group 1 (n = 14 patients), with Stage 1 MRONJ; and Group 2 (n = 17 patients), with Stage

Patient-Reported Outcomes with Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Low Back Pain from Vertebral Plana Deformities: A Case Series.

Objectives: This study evaluated peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) as a treatment for vertebra plana fractures, focusing on its impact on pain intensity, physical function, anxiety, depression, fatigue, social role participation, and pain interference. The goal was to assess whether PNS could serve as a minimally invasive alternative for managing pain in patients with severe vertebral fractures. Methods: Four patients with lumbar vertebra plana fractures received PNS implants for 60 days. Pain scores and PROMIS-29 domains (physical function, anxiety, depression, fatigue, social participation,

Risk factors for new vertebral compression fracture after kyphoplasty and efficacy of osteoporosis treatment: A STROBE-compliant retrospective study.

Kyphoplasty (KP) has been widely used to treat vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). However, the issue of new VCFs after KP remains controversial. Identification of risk factors for new VCF after KP may help prevent their occurrence in patients. This study aimed to retrospectively determine the major risk factors for new VCF after KP, including those associated with osteoporosis drugs used after kyphoplasty. We reviewed 117 patients who underwent single-level KP. During the follow-up period of 1 year after KP, the demographic data of these patients were compared by dividing them into two gr

Teams, Tools, Processes and Resources to Manage Oncologic Clinical Decision Support: Lessons Learned from City of Hope's Multistate, Academic, and Community Oncology Enterprise.

Background/Objectives: Clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) consisting of Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) and oncology pathways serve as the foundation of high-quality cancer care. However, the resources needed to develop and maintain these systems have not been characterized for oncology enterprises. Methods: Executive leadership appointed a medical director and clinical pharmacist to develop and lead a Pathways and Protocols Program for the City of Hope (COH) enterprise. This involved developing a program charter and governance committee and a business case for resources to su

ImmunoPET in Multiple Myeloma-What? So What? Now What?

Despite constant progress over the past three decades, multiple myeloma (MM) is still an incurable disease, and the identification of new biomarkers to better select patients and adapt therapy is more relevant than ever. Recently, the introduction of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) (including direct-targeting mAbs and immune checkpoint inhibitors) appears to have changed the paradigm of MM management, emphasizing the opportunity to cure MM patients through an immunotherapeutic approach. In this context, immuno-positron emission tomography (immunoPET), combining the high sensitivity an

Cytokine-induced killer (CIK) cells: from basic research to clinical translation.

The accumulation of basic researches and clinical studies related to cytokine-induced killer (CIK) cells has confirmed their safety and feasibility in treating malignant diseases. This review summarizes the available published literature related to the biological characteristics and clinical applications of CIK cells in recent years. A number of clinical trials with CIK cells have been implemented during the progressive phases of cancer, presenting potential widespread applications of CIK cells for the future. Furthermore, this review briefly compares clinical applications of CIK cells with th

A brief clinical genetics review: stepwise diagnostic processes of a monogenic disorder-hypertriglyceridemia.

The completion of the Human Genome Project and tremendous advances in automated high-throughput genetic analysis technologies have enabled explosive progress in the field of genetics, which resulted in countless discoveries of novel genes and pathways. Many phenotype- or disease-associated single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) with a high statistical significance have been identified through numerous genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and various polygenic risk scoring (PRS) schemes have been proposed to identify individuals with a high risk for a certain trait or disorder. Meanwhile, me

CAR-T: What Is Next?

The year 2017 was marked by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of the first two chimeric antigen receptor-T (CAR-T) therapies. The approved indications were for the treatment of relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) and for the treatment of patients up to 25 years of age with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that is refractory or in a second or later relapse. Since then, extensive research activities have been ongoing globally on different hematologic and solid tumors to assess the safety and efficacy of CAR-T therapy for these diseases. Limitations to CAR

The Bloody Crossroads: Interactions between Periodontitis and Hematologic Diseases.

Periodontitis is a common oral condition that can have a significant impact on the overall health of the body. In recent years, attention has been paid to potential relationships between periodontitis and various hematological disorders. This publication aims to present information available in the literature on this relationship, focusing on examples of red blood cell disorders (such as aplastic anemia and sickle cell anemia) and white blood cell disorders (such as cyclic neutropenia, maladaptive trained immunity, clonal hematopoiesis, leukemia, and multiple myeloma). Understanding these asso