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New Approaches in Oncology for Repositioning Drugs: The Case of PDE5 Inhibitor Sildenafil.

The use of already-approved drugs to treat new or alternative diseases has proved to be beneficial in medicine, because it reduces both drug development costs and timelines. Most drugs can be used to treat different illnesses, due their mechanisms of action are not restricted to one molecular target, organ or illness. Diverging from its original intent offers an opportunity to repurpose previously approved drugs to treat other ailments. This is the case of sildenafil (Viagra), a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor, which was originally designed to treat systemic hypertension and angina but is

Премии победителей и резюме 32nd Ежегодный симпозиум Общества протеинов; Бостон, ОЭТ, июль 9-12, 2018.

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Herpes Zoster in Hematological Disorders: Pathogenesis, Risk Stratification, and Emerging Strategies for Prevention and Immunization.

BACKGROUND: Herpes zoster (HZ), resulting from reactivation of latent varicella-zoster virus (VZV), imposes a significant burden on immunocompromised patients, particularly those with hematological malignancies and recipients of hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT). These populations face markedly increased risks of severe complications, including disseminated disease and postherpetic neuralgia. OBJECTIVE: This review examines the pathogenesis, epidemiology, risk factors, and evolving preventive strategies for HZ in patients with hematological disorders, with an emphasis on antiviral pr

Effects of dyadic-based physical activity intervention on cancer-related fatigue among cancer survivors: A scoping review.

ObjectiveCancer-related fatigue is one of the most common adverse reactions to cancer survivors, which has a significant impact on the daily life. As a traumatic event, cancer not only brings great physical and mental harm to patients, but also poses a threat to the physical and psychological health of caregivers. Current studies have shown that physical activity improves cancer-related fatigue in cancer survivors. And studies have suggested that dyadic interventions are more effective in improving patient outcomes and may also provide some benefits to caregivers. But the literature on the eff

Thrombotic complications in patients with cancer: Advances in pathogenesis, prevention, and treatment-A report from ICTHIC 2021.

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common complication in cancer patients, resulting in deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE), and is responsible for high morbidity and mortality. This article discusses evidence and future perspectives on pathogenesis and prevention and treatment of thrombotic complications in patients with cancer. In April 2021, international basic researchers and clinicians met for the virtual edition of the 10th International Conference on Thrombosis & Hemostasis Issues in Cancer. Pathogenic mechanisms, markers and scores for risk assessment, diagnosis and th

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… New research should focus on real‐world, systems‐based approaches to prevention and treatment, highlighting the often‐overlooked aspect of implementation science. Finally, research on cardio‐oncological complications is an ever‐growing area that should be expanded. …

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

Esid 2014 oral presentations.

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A review of big data and medical research.

Universally, the volume of data has increased, with the collection rate doubling every 40 months, since the 1980s. "Big data" is a term that was introduced in the 1990s to include data sets too large to be used with common software. Medicine is a major field predicted to increase the use of big data in 2025. Big data in medicine may be used by commercial, academic, government, and public sectors. It includes biologic, biometric, and electronic health data. Examples of biologic data include biobanks; biometric data may have individual wellness data from devices; electronic health data include t

Intra-apheresis Cycling to Improve the Clinical Efficacy of Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Donations.

Peripheral blood stem cell (PBSC) donation is the primary procedure used to collect haemopoietic stem cells (HSCs) for transplantation in individuals with haematological malignancies. More than 90,000 HSC transplants take place globally each year, and there is an increasing need to guarantee HSC mobilisation, improve tolerability to apheresis, and optimise immune reconstitution. Currently, mobilisation of HSCs depends upon pharmacological agents, with donors inactive during their subsequent apheresis. A successful yield of HSCs is not always achieved, and greater efficiency of collection proce

Patients' and family members' dyadic experience of post-operative delirium in the intensive care unit: A qualitative study.

BACKGROUND: Post-operative delirium is a complication with long-lasting consequences for both patients and their families. This is particularly true for those transferred to the intensive care unit after surgery, where the incidence of post-operative delirium is high, and patient outcomes are often poor. Despite the acknowledged role of family engagement in delirium management, previous research has mainly focused on patients, with limited exploration of the shared experiences between patients and family members. AIM: This study aims to explore the experiences of patients and family members d

The Application of CAR-T Cells in Haematological Malignancies.

Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cells (CART) remain one of the most advanced and promising forms of adoptive T-cell immunotherapy. CART represent autologous, genetically engineered T lymphocytes expressing CAR, i.e. fusion proteins that combine components and features of T cells as well as antibodies providing their more effective and direct anti-tumour effect. The technology of CART construction is highly advanced in vitro and every element of their structure influence their mechanism of action in vivo. Patients with haematological malignancies are faced with the possibility of disease rela

Medical practitioners' awareness and practices regarding bisphosphonate therapy and oral health risks: a Malaysian cross‑sectional study.

BACKGROUND: Bisphosphonates are widely prescribed for osteoporosis, Paget's disease, and malignancy-related bone disease. While effective in reducing skeletal complications, they are associated with medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ), a serious but preventable condition. Medical practitioners play a central role in initiating therapy, educating patients, and coordinating referrals, yet data on awareness and practices in Malaysia remain limited. OBJECTIVE: This study assessed the awareness, prescribing practices, and perceived roles of medical practitioners at a university hos

Разработка мероприятий по профилактике ВИЧ для новых взрослых МШМ с историей сплочения: качественное исследование.

Опыт, связанный с издевательствами в детстве или подростковом возрасте, влияет на состояние здоровья взрослого человека и является кризисом в области общественного здравоохранения. Особенно страдают молодые люди из числа сексуальных меньшинств, которые подвергаются наибольшему риску жестокого и насильственного издевательства, сероконверсии в связи с ВИЧ и возникновения расстройства, связанного с употреблением наркотиков. Несмотря на то, что научная работа в области борьбы с издевательствами виктимизацией за последние несколько лет позволила добиться значительных успехов за счет совершенствован

Molecular Mechanisms and Biomarkers Associated with Chemotherapy-Induced AKI.

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a life-threatening condition characterized by a rapid and transient decrease in kidney function. AKI is part of an array of conditions collectively defined as acute kidney diseases (AKD). In AKD, persistent kidney damage and dysfunction lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD) over time. A variety of insults can trigger AKI; however, chemotherapy-associated nephrotoxicity is increasingly recognized as a significant side effect of chemotherapy. New biomarkers are urgently needed to identify patients at high risk of developing chemotherapy-associated nephrotoxicity and s

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To what degree is palliative care integrated in guidelines and pathways for adult cancer patients in Europe: a systematic literature review.

BackgroundPalliative Care (PC) aims to improve the quality of life for patients with cancer and their families and its benefits have been demonstrated by several studies. The objective of this systematic review is to assess the integration of PC in the content of guidelines/pathways of adult cancer patients in Europe.MethodsWe included studies of adult patients with cancer published from 01/01/1995 and 31/12/2013 in Europe in six languages. We searched nine electronic databases, hand-searched six journals and also performed citation tracking. Studies were ranked using Emanuel's Integrated Pall

Fit theory: A cancer experience grounded theory emerging from semi-structured interviews with cancer patients and informal caregivers in Manitoba Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.

BackgroundIt is not clear how changes to healthcare delivery related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including virtual care and social distancing restrictions, have impacted the experience of living with cancer. This study aimed to discover a theory capable of describing the cancer experience, how the pandemic impacted it, and for guiding predictions about how to improve it.MethodsBetween October 2020 and July 2021 digitally recorded semi-structured one-on-one interviews were conducted virtually with adult cancer patients and informal caregivers in Manitoba, Canada. Transcriptions and field notes fr

Cytokine-Engineered Chimeric Antigen Receptor-T Cell Therapy: How to Balance the Efficacy and Toxicity.

Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell immunotherapy has revolutionized the paradigm in hematological malignancies. However, its efficacy in treating solid tumors remains limited because the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment (ITME) seriously blocks T cell activation, infiltration, and proliferation. Cytokines, driving potent assisted function by enhanced T cell expansion, persistence, and direct tumor cell killing, have long been acknowledged as promising candidates combined with CAR-T cells to improve treatment outcomes. Despite their preclinical success, significant toxicity occurs in

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment of Older Patients with Multiple Myeloma: A Prospective Observational Study.

Background/Objectives: Multiple myeloma (MM) predominantly affects older adults, a heterogeneous population. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) and abbreviated tools support individualized treatment planning. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of CGA and its impact on clinical outcomes in this subgroup of patients. Methods: Prospective, observational, and single-center study including patients aged ≥65 years assessed at MM diagnosis and one year later in an onco-hematogeriatrics clinic. A CGA was performed, and frailty was evaluated using the following: G8, Geriatric Assessment

Symptom burden and symptom clusters in patients with breast cancer undergoing endocrine therapy: a cross‐sectional survey

OBJECTIVE: In China, many breast cancer (BC) patients opt for traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to manage unpleasant symptoms. This study aimed to investigate the symptom clusters among patients with BC who are undergoing endocrine therapy and actively seek TCM treatment in China. METHODS: Patients with BC who were undergoing endocrine therapy were recruited. Data on symptom burden were gathered using the M.D. Anderson Symptom Inventory-Traditional Chinese Medicine (MDASI-TCM) and a BC-specific symptom questionnaire. The patient's quality of life (QoL) over the previous week was assessed usi