1
|
Szatmári S, Szász JA, Orbán-Kis K, Bataga S, Ciorba M, Nagy E, Neagoe R, Mihály I, Szász PZ, Kelemen K, Frigy A, Csipor-Fodor A, Constantin VA. Starting with 24-h levodopa carbidopa intestinal gel at initiation in a large cohort of advanced Parkinson's disease patients. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3676. [PMID: 38355970 PMCID: PMC10867013 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-54299-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
Abstract
Continuous intra-jejunal infusion of levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) is a long-term proven and effective treatment in advanced Parkinson's Disease (APD). Efficacy and safety of 16-h administration of LCIG has already been established. Additional benefits of 24-h LCIG administration have been reported in several case series and small clinical studies. The aim of this retrospective study was to compare the characteristics of patients who needed 24-h LCIG from the beginning of the DAT (device-aided treatment) with those who remained with the standard 16-h LCIG treatment and to identify particular motives if any. We initiated LCIG in 150 patients out of which in case of 62 patients (41,3%) due to unsatisfactory initial clinical benefits continuous 24-h LCIG was deemed necessary. Despite the subjective complaints and more severe clinical condition, at baseline evaluation we found statistically significant differences between 16-h LCIG cohort and 24-h LCIG cohort only in case of incidence of freezing (47% vs 65%, p = 0.03) and sudden off (32% vs 48%, p = 0.04). Wake hours/daytime LCIG does not always sufficiently improve the patient's quality of life in some patients due to persistent nighttime troublesome symptoms. Instead of labeling the patient as a non-responder, it is worth trying the 24-h LCIG dosage in a carefully selected group of patients, as there is currently no consensus on reliable criteria that serve the decision in these patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Szabolcs Szatmári
- 2nd Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - József Attila Szász
- 2nd Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Károly Orbán-Kis
- 2nd Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania.
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania.
| | - Simona Bataga
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- Department of Gastroenterology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Marius Ciorba
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- Department of Gastroenterology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Előd Nagy
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- Laboratory of Medical Analysis, Clinical County Hospital Mures, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Radu Neagoe
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- 2nd Clinic of Surgery, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - István Mihály
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- Department of Neurology, Emergency County Hospital, Miercurea-Ciuc, Romania
| | - Péter Zsombor Szász
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Krisztina Kelemen
- 2nd Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Attila Frigy
- University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mures, George Emil Palade, Gh. Marinescu Street No 38, 540142, Târgu Mures, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine IV, Clinical County Hospital Mures, Târgu Mures, Romania
| | - Andrea Csipor-Fodor
- 2nd Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
| | | |
Collapse
|
2
|
Auffret M, Weiss D, Stocchi F, Vérin M, Jost WH. Access to device-aided therapies in advanced Parkinson's disease: navigating clinician biases, patient preference, and prognostic uncertainty. J Neural Transm (Vienna) 2023; 130:1411-1432. [PMID: 37436446 PMCID: PMC10645670 DOI: 10.1007/s00702-023-02668-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
Abstract
Device-aided therapies (DAT), which include deep brain stimulation and pump-based continuous dopaminergic stimulation with either levodopa or apomorphine, are among the major advances in the clinical management of Parkinson's disease (PD). Although DAT are being increasingly offered earlier in the disease course, their classical indication remains advanced PD. Theoretically, every patient should be offered transition to DAT when faced with refractory motor and nonmotor fluctuations and functional decline. Worldwide clinical reality is far from these ideal, and, therefore, question the "real-world" equal opportunity of access to DAT for PD patients with advanced PD-even within a single health care system. Differences in access to care, referral pattern (timing and frequency), as well as physician biases (unconscious/implicit or conscious/explicit bias), and patients' preferences or health-seeking behaviour are to be considered. Compared to DBS, little information is available concerning infusion therapies, as well as neurologists' and patients' attitudes towards them. This viewpoint aims to be thought-provoking and to assist clinicians in moving through the process of DAT selection, by including in their decision algorithm their own biases, patient perspective, ethical concerns as well as the current unknowns surrounding PD prognosis and DAT-related long-term side effects for a given patient.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Manon Auffret
- France Développement Electronique (FDE), Monswiller, France.
- Institut des Neurosciences Cliniques de Rennes (INCR), Rennes, France.
- Behavior and Basal Ganglia Research Unit, CIC-IT, CIC1414, Pontchaillou University Hospital and University of Rennes, Rennes, France.
| | - Daniel Weiss
- Centre for Neurology, Department for Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie-Institute for Clinical Brain Research, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
| | - Fabrizio Stocchi
- University San Raffaele Roma and Institute of Research and Medical Care IRCCS San Raffaele Roma, Rome, Italy
| | - Marc Vérin
- Institut des Neurosciences Cliniques de Rennes (INCR), Rennes, France
- Behavior and Basal Ganglia Research Unit, CIC-IT, CIC1414, Pontchaillou University Hospital and University of Rennes, Rennes, France
- Neurology Department, Pontchaillou University Hospital, rue Henri Le Guilloux, 35000, Rennes, France
| | - Wolfgang H Jost
- Parkinson-Klinik Ortenau, Kreuzbergstr. 12-16, 77709, Wolfach, Germany
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Constantin VA, Szász JA, Dulamea AO, Valkovic P, Kulisevsky J. Impact of Infusion Therapies on Quality of Life in Advanced Parkinson's Disease. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat 2023; 19:1959-1972. [PMID: 37727253 PMCID: PMC10506606 DOI: 10.2147/ndt.s422717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023] Open
Abstract
A high burden of motor and non-motor parkinsonian symptoms is known to have a significant negative impact on the quality of life (QoL) of people with Parkinson's disease (PD). Effective control of these symptoms with therapies that enable patients to maintain a good QoL is therefore a key treatment goal in PD management. When symptom control can no longer be accomplished with oral or transdermal PD treatment regimens, device-aided therapies (DAT), namely levodopa and apomorphine infusion therapies, and deep brain stimulation, are valuable options to consider. DAT options may also help reduce pill burden and thereby improve compliance with treatment. Since PD therapy relies on symptomatic management, the efficacy and tolerability of any intervention is undoubtedly important, however the impact of different therapies on patient-related outcome measures, in particular health-related QoL, is also a critical consideration for those living with a chronic and disabling condition. This review discusses clinical evidence and ongoing research regarding the QoL benefits of levodopa and apomorphine infusion therapies from studies that have used validated QoL outcome measures. The data suggest that timing of these interventions is important to achieve optimal treatment effects, and that early initiation onto infusion therapies at the point when motor fluctuations emerge, and before patient QoL and functioning have significantly declined, may provide the best long-term outcomes. Healthcare professionals caring for people with PD should therefore discuss all available DAT options with them at an early stage in the course of their disease so they can make informed and timely choices that best suit them, their families and care network.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Viorelia A Constantin
- Second Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
| | - József A Szász
- Second Clinic of Neurology, Târgu Mures County Emergency Clinical Hospital, Târgu Mureș, Romania
- Department of Neurology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology, Târgu Mureș, Romania
| | - Adriana Octaviana Dulamea
- Neurology Clinic, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
- University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
| | - Peter Valkovic
- Second Department of Neurology, Comenius University Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
| | - Jaime Kulisevsky
- Movement Disorders Unit at the Neurology Department of Sant Pau Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel in advanced Parkinson's disease: long-term results from COSMOS. J Neurol 2023; 270:2765-2775. [PMID: 36802031 PMCID: PMC10130122 DOI: 10.1007/s00415-023-11615-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/21/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND While immediate benefits of levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) are evident in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), long-term LCIG effects require further study. OBJECTIVES We explored long-term LCIG on motor symptoms, nonmotor symptoms (NMS), and LCIG treatment settings in patients with advanced PD (APD). METHODS Data were obtained (medical records and patient visit) from COSMOS, a multinational, retrospective, cross-sectional post-marketing observational study in patients with APD. Patients were stratified into 5 groups based on LCIG treatment duration at the patient visit, from 1-2 to > 5 years LCIG. Between-group differences were assessed for changes from baseline in LCIG settings, motor symptoms, NMS, add-on medications, and safety. RESULTS Out of 387 patients, the number of patients per LCIG group was: > 1- ≤ 2 years LCIG (n = 156); > 2- ≤ 3 years LCIG (n = 80); > 3- ≤ 4 years LCIG (n = 61); > 4- ≤ 5 years LCIG (n = 30); > 5 years LCIG (n = 60). Baseline values were similar; data reported are changes from the baseline. There were reductions in "off" time, dyskinesia duration, and severity across LCIG groups. Prevalence, severity, and frequency of many individual motor symptoms and some NMS were reduced amongst all LCIG groups, with few differences between groups. Doses for LCIG, LEDD and LEDD for add-on medications were similar across groups both at LCIG initiation and patient visit. Adverse events were similar across all LCIG groups and consistent with the established safety profile of LCIG. CONCLUSIONS LCIG may provide sustained, long-term symptom control, while potentially avoiding increases in add-on medication dosages. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03362879. Number and date: P16-831, November 30, 2017.
Collapse
|
5
|
Dalton KR, Kidd CJ, Hack N. Toxin Induced Parkinsonism and Hospitalization Related Adverse Outcome Mitigation for Parkinson's Disease: A Comprehensive Review. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12031074. [PMID: 36769726 PMCID: PMC9918159 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12031074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
Abstract
Patients with Parkinson's disease admitted to the hospital have unique presentations. This unique subset of patients requires a multidisciplinary approach with a knowledge-based care team that can demonstrate awareness of complications specific to Parkinson's disease to reduce critical care admissions, morbidity, and mortality. Early recognition of toxic exposures, medication withdrawals, or medication-induced symptoms can reduce morbidity and mortality. This review can assist in the critical assessment of new or exacerbating Parkinson's disease symptoms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kenneth R. Dalton
- Department of Neurology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
| | - Charles J. Kidd
- Department of Neurology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
| | - Nawaz Hack
- Department of Neurology, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Neurology, UTRGV Institute of Neuroscience, UTRGV School of Medicine, Harlingen, TX 78550, USA
- Correspondence: or or
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Lezzi P, Lupo R, Lezzi T, Vitale E. The Prephase Nursing in Levodopa Carbidopa Intestinal Gel Therapy. J Neurosci Nurs 2022; 54:215-219. [PMID: 35852970 DOI: 10.1097/jnn.0000000000000671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Parkinson disease (PD) affects approximately 1% of women and men worldwide, particularly older than 60 years. It is a multisystem and neurodegenerative disease with genetics and environmental factors that result in deficits in the production of neurotransmitters, including dopamine. The levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) system delivers a continuous infusion of levodopa directly into the proximal small intestine via percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy, largely bypassing gastric emptying and absorption problems and producing more stable plasma concentrations of levodopa, eliminating the development of motor complications (dyskinesias). The aim of this review was to summarize scientific evidence on the nursing role that, together with the multidisciplinary team, made the patient's choice in this therapeutic path (pre-LCIG phase). METHODS: A literature review was carried out, conducted on the MEDLINE databases (through PubMed), The Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, and CINAHL (through EBSCO). Relevant articles for the topic were found to identify indexed primary studies that investigated the relationship between the nurse and the patient/caregiver with PD who undertakes treatment with LCIG according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses checklist. RESULTS: Nineteen studies were included in the review. The selected studies suggested how the pre-LCIG phase of patient choice and the subsequent education and training could avoid selection errors for these therapeutic paths. CONCLUSION: Trained and specialized nursing staff who carry out an adequate pre-LCIG phase associated to the multidisciplinary team improved the choice of the patient and the start of treatment and, consequently, the quality of life of PD patients.
Collapse
|
7
|
Chan GHF. The Role of Genetic Data in Selecting Device-Aided Therapies in Patients With Advanced Parkinson's Disease: A Mini-Review. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:895430. [PMID: 35754954 PMCID: PMC9226397 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.895430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Abstract
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a common neurodegenerative disease. At present, 5–10% of PD patients are found to have monogenic form of the disease. Each genetic mutation has its own unique clinical features and disease trajectory. It is unclear if the genetic background can affect the outcome of device-aided therapies in these patients. In general, monogenic PD patients have satisfactory motor outcome after receiving invasive therapies. However, their long-term outcome can vary with their genetic mutations. It appears that patients with leucine-rich repeat kinase-2 (LRRK2) and PRKN mutations tended to have good outcome following deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. However, those with Glucocerebrosidase (GBA) mutation were found to have poorer cognitive performance, especially after undergoing subthalamic nucleus DBS surgery. In this review, we will provide an overview of the outcomes of device-aided therapies in PD patients with different genetic mutations.
Collapse
|
8
|
Yim RLH, Leung KMM, Poon CCM, Irwin MG. Peri‐operative management of patients with Parkinson’s disease. Anaesthesia 2022; 77 Suppl 1:123-133. [DOI: 10.1111/anae.15617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- R. L. H. Yim
- Department of Anaesthesiology Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong China
| | - K. M. M. Leung
- Department of Anaesthesiology University of Hong Kong Hong Kong China
| | - C. C. M. Poon
- Department of Anaesthesiology Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong China
| | - M. G. Irwin
- Department of Anaesthesiology University of Hong Kong Hong Kong China
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Chaudhuri KR, Antonini A, Pahwa R, Odin P, Titova N, Thakkar S, Snedecor SJ, Hegde S, Alobaidi A, Parra JC, Zadikoff C, Bergmann L, Standaert DG. Effects of Levodopa-Carbidopa Intestinal Gel on Dyskinesia and Non-Motor Symptoms Including Sleep: Results from a Meta-Analysis with 24-Month Follow-Up. JOURNAL OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE 2022; 12:2071-2083. [PMID: 35964203 PMCID: PMC9661331 DOI: 10.3233/jpd-223295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND In advanced Parkinson's disease (PD), dyskinesias and non-motor symptoms such as sleep dysfunction can significantly impair quality of life, and high-quality management is an unmet need. OBJECTIVE To analyze changes in dyskinesia and non-motor symptoms (including sleep) among studies with levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) in patients with advanced PD. METHODS A comprehensive literature review identified relevant studies examining LCIG efficacy. Outcomes of interest were dyskinesia (UDysRS, UPDRS IV item 32), overall non-motor symptoms (NMSS), mentation/behavior/mood (UPDRS I), and sleep/daytime sleepiness (PDSS-2, ESS). The pooled mean (95% confidence interval) change from baseline per outcome was estimated for each 3-month interval with sufficient data (i.e., reported by≥3 studies) up to 24 months using a random-effects model. RESULTS Seventeen open-label studies evaluating 1243 patients with advanced PD were included. All outcomes of interest with sufficient data for meta-analysis showed statistically significant improvement within 6 months of starting LCIG. There were statistically significant improvements in dyskinesia duration as measured by UPDRS IV item 32 at 6 months (-1.10 [-1.69, -0.51] h/day) and 12 months (-1.35 [-2.07, -0.62] h/day). There were statistically and clinically significant improvements in non-motor symptoms as measured by NMSS scores at 3 months (-28.71 [-40.26, -17.15] points). Significant reduction of NMSS burden was maintained through 24 months (-17.61 [-21.52, -13.70] points). UPDRS I scores significantly improved at 3 months (-0.39 [-0.55, -0.22] points). Clinically significant improvements in PDSS-2 and ESS scores were observed at 6 and 12 months in individual studies. CONCLUSION Patients with advanced PD receiving LCIG showed significant sustained improvements in the burden of dyskinesia and non-motor symptoms up to 24 months after initiation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- K. Ray Chaudhuri
- Parkinson Foundation Centre of Excellence, King’s College Hospital and King’s College, London, UK
- Correspondence to: K. Ray Chaudhuri, MBBS, MD, FRCP (Lond), FRCP (Edin), DSc, FEAN, Department of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience, The Maurice Wohl Clinical Neuroscience Institute, King’s College London, Cutcombe Road, London SE5 9RT, UK. Tel.: +44 0 7958249738; E-mail:
| | - Angelo Antonini
- Parkinson and Movement Disorders Unit, Study Center for Neurodegeneration CESNE, Department of Neuroscience, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
| | - Rajesh Pahwa
- University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA
| | - Per Odin
- University of Lund, Lund, Sweden
| | - Nataliya Titova
- N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia
- Federal State Budgetary Institution «Federal center of brain research and neurotechnologies» of the Federal Medical Biological Agency, Moscow, Russia
| | | | | | | | - Ali Alobaidi
- AbbVie Inc., North Chicago, IL, USA
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
| | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
10
|
Antonini A, Odin P, Pahwa R, Aldred J, Alobaidi A, Jalundhwala YJ, Kukreja P, Bergmann L, Inguva S, Bao Y, Chaudhuri KR. The Long-Term Impact of Levodopa/Carbidopa Intestinal Gel on 'Off'-time in Patients with Advanced Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review. Adv Ther 2021; 38:2854-2890. [PMID: 34018146 PMCID: PMC8189983 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-021-01747-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG; carbidopa/levodopa enteral suspension) has been widely used and studied for the treatment of motor fluctuations in levodopa-responsive patients with advanced Parkinson's disease (PD) when other treatments have not given satisfactory results. Reduction in 'off'-time is a common primary endpoint in studies of LCIG, and it is important to assess the durability of this response. This systematic literature review was conducted to qualitatively summarise the data on the long-term effects of LCIG therapy on 'off'-time. METHODS Studies were identified by searching PubMed, EMBASE and Ovid on 30 September 2019. Studies were included if they reported on patients with PD, had a sample size of ≥ 10, LCIG was an active intervention and 'off'-time was reported for ≥ 12 months after initiation of LCIG treatment. Randomised clinical trials, retrospective and prospective observational studies, and other interventional studies were included for selection. Data were collected on: 'off'-time (at pre-specified time periods and the end of follow-up), study characteristics, Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) II, III and IV total scores, dyskinesia duration, quality of life scores, non-motor symptoms and safety outcomes. RESULTS Twenty-seven studies were included in this review. The improvement in 'off'-time observed shortly after initiating LCIG was maintained and was statistically significant at the end of follow-up in 24 of 27 studies. 'Off'-time was reduced from baseline to end of follow-up by 38-84% and was accompanied by a clinically meaningful improvement in quality of life. Stratified analysis of 'off'-time demonstrated mean relative reductions of 47-82% at 3-6 months and up to 83% reduction at 3-5 years of follow-up. Most studies reported significant improvements in activities of daily living and motor complications. Most frequent adverse events were related to the procedure or the device. CONCLUSION In one of the largest qualitative syntheses of published LCIG studies, LCIG treatment was observed to provide a durable effect in reducing 'off'-time. INFOGRAPHIC Video Abstract.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Angelo Antonini
- Parkinson and Movement Disorders Unit, Center for Rare Neurological Diseases (ERN-RND), Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Padua, Italy.
| | - Per Odin
- Division of Neurology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Skåne University Hospital, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
| | - Rajesh Pahwa
- Department of Neurology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, USA
| | - Jason Aldred
- Selkirk Neurology and Inland Northwest Neurological, Spokane, WA, USA
| | - Ali Alobaidi
- AbbVie Inc., North Chicago, USA
- University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, USA
| | | | | | | | - Sushmitha Inguva
- Center for Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management, University of Mississippi, University, Oxford, USA
| | | | - K Ray Chaudhuri
- King's College London, and Parkinson's Foundation International Centre of Excellence, King's College Hospital, London, UK
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Tsunemi T, Oyama G, Saiki S, Hatano T, Fukae J, Shimo Y, Hattori N. Intrajejunal Infusion of Levodopa/Carbidopa for Advanced Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review. Mov Disord 2021; 36:1759-1771. [PMID: 33899262 PMCID: PMC9290931 DOI: 10.1002/mds.28595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2020] [Revised: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Advanced Parkinson's disease is inconsistently defined, and evidence is lacking in relation to device‐aided therapies. To update existing reviews of intrajejunal infusion of levodopa/carbidopa (LCIG), we performed a literature search for relevant articles (to November 3, 2020) using PubMed supplemented by hand searching. Retrieved articles were categorized by relevance to identified research questions, including motor complications and symptoms; nonmotor symptoms; functioning, quality of life, and caregiver burden; optimal timing of treatment initiation and administration duration; discontinuation; and complications. Most eligible studies (n = 56) were open‐label, observational studies including relatively small patient numbers. LCIG consistently reduces OFF time and increased ON time without troublesome dyskinesia with varying effects regarding ON time with troublesome dyskinesia and the possibility of diphasic dyskinesia. More recent evidence provides some increased support for the benefits of LCIG in relation to nonmotor symptoms, quality of life, activities of daily living, and reduced caregiver burden. Patient age does not appear to significantly impact the effectiveness of LCIG. Discontinuation rates with LCIG (~17%–26%) commonly relate to device‐related issues, although the ability to easily discontinue LCIG may represent a potential benefit. LCIG may be a favorable option for patients with advanced Parkinson's disease who show predominant nonmotor symptoms and vulnerability to complications of other advanced therapy modalities. Larger, well‐controlled studies, including precise investigation of cost effectiveness, would further assist treatment selection. © 2021 The Authors. Movement Disorders published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Taiji Tsunemi
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Genko Oyama
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Neurodegenerative and Demented Disorders, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Home Medical Care System Based on Information and Communications Technology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Shinji Saiki
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Taku Hatano
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Neurodegenerative and Demented Disorders, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Jiro Fukae
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo Nerima Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Yasushi Shimo
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo Nerima Hospital, Tokyo, Japan.,Research and Therapeutics for Movement Disorders, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| | - Nobutaka Hattori
- Department of Neurology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Neurodegenerative and Demented Disorders, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Home Medical Care System Based on Information and Communications Technology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.,Research and Therapeutics for Movement Disorders, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Spanaki C, Boura I, Avgoustaki A, Orfanoudaki E, Giannopoulou IA, Giakoumakis E, Chlouverakis G, Athanasakis E, Koulentaki M. Buried Bumper Syndrome: A common complication of levodopa intestinal infusion for Parkinson disease. Parkinsonism Relat Disord 2021; 85:59-62. [PMID: 33743506 DOI: 10.1016/j.parkreldis.2021.02.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Revised: 02/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/27/2021] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) is required for Levodopa/Carbidopa Intestinal Gel (LCIG) delivery in patients with advanced Parkinson's disease (PD) as well as for enteral feeding in a variety of neurological disorders. Buried Bumper Syndrome (BBS) is a serious complication of PEG. The frequency of BBS in patients receiving LCIG treatment has never been reported. OBJECTIVES To compare the frequency of BBS in patients on LCIG treatment or on enteral feeding over the past 12 years and identify possible risk factors. METHODS We reviewed prospectively recorded data from 2009 to 2020 on two case-series: LCIG-treated PD patients and non-PD patients on enteral nutrition. We identified all BBS incidences. Patients' characteristics, clinical manifestations, BBS management, possible risk factors and outcomes were analyzed. RESULTS During the 12 years, 35 PD patients underwent PEG insertion for LCIG infusion, and 123 non-PD patients for nutritional support. There were eight cases of BBS in six PD patients (17.1%). Six of them were effectively managed without treatment discontinuation. Of the enteral feeding patients, only one developed BBS (0.8%) (p < 0.001). We identified inappropriate PEG site aftercare, weight gain, early onset PD, longer survival, treatment duration, dementia and PEG system design as potential risk factors for BBS development. CONCLUSIONS BBS occurs more frequently in LCIG patients than in patients receiving enteral feeding. If detected early, it can be successfully managed, and serious sequalae or treatment discontinuation can be avoided. Regular endoscopic follow-up visits of LCIG-treated patients and increased awareness in patients and clinicians are recommended.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Cleanthe Spanaki
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece; University of Crete, School of Medicine, Voutes University Campus, Heraklion, 70013, Crete, Greece.
| | - Iro Boura
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece; University of Crete, School of Medicine, Voutes University Campus, Heraklion, 70013, Crete, Greece
| | - Aikaterini Avgoustaki
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece
| | - Eleni Orfanoudaki
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece; Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Chania, Mournies, 73300, Chania, Crete, Greece
| | - Irene Areti Giannopoulou
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece; University of Crete, School of Medicine, Voutes University Campus, Heraklion, 70013, Crete, Greece
| | - Emmanouil Giakoumakis
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece
| | - Gregory Chlouverakis
- Department of Social Medicine, Biostatistics Lab, School of Medicine, University of Crete, Voutes Place, 71500, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
| | - Elias Athanasakis
- Department of General Surgery, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece
| | - Mairi Koulentaki
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Voutes, Heraklion, 71110, Crete, Greece
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Thakkar S, Fung VSC, Merola A, Rollins M, Soileau MJ, Kovács N. 24-Hour Levodopa-Carbidopa Intestinal Gel: Clinical Experience and Practical Recommendations. CNS Drugs 2021; 35:137-149. [PMID: 33582982 PMCID: PMC7907013 DOI: 10.1007/s40263-020-00782-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
Infusion of levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG; also designated carbidopa-levodopa enteral suspension) for 16 hours is a standard treatment for patients with advanced Parkinson's disease, and clinical observations suggest that 24-hour LCIG infusion may further reduce symptoms. This review provides practical advice on the management of patients transitioning to 24-hour LCIG infusion. We review available clinical data for 24-hour infusion and discuss adjustments to dosing, recommendations for monitoring, and management of patient concerns, based on our clinical experience. Data from multiple studies suggest that LCIG may improve non-motor symptoms. Although few studies have examined 24-hour LCIG infusion, available data indicate that certain patients may benefit from around-the-clock treatment. Studies of 24-hour LCIG infusion are limited by small sample sizes and open-label study designs, which may hamper translation to clinical practice. In our experience, we have found that patients may benefit from 24-hour infusion when reductions in nocturnal symptoms and improvements to quality of sleep are needed. Levodopa-unresponsive freezing of gait or poorly controlled troublesome dyskinesias may also indicate a patient may benefit from 24-hour infusion. Dose adjustments, especially of the nocturnal rate, are typically necessary and, as with 16-hour infusion, patients should be monitored for autonomic dysfunction; overnight wearing off symptoms; weight changes; fluctuations in plasma levels of vitamins B6/B12, folate, and homocysteine; changes in sleep patterns; or worsening of hallucinations, delusions, and/or nightmares. Available data and our clinical experience suggest that 24-hour LCIG may be warranted among selected patients who have poorly controlled nocturnal fluctuations or early morning "off" symptoms.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Sandeep Thakkar
- Department of Neuroscience, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, 510 Superior Ave, Suite 200A, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, USA.
| | - Victor S. C. Fung
- grid.1013.30000 0004 1936 834XMovement Disorders Unit, Department of Neurology, Westmead Hospital and Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW Australia
| | - Aristide Merola
- grid.412332.50000 0001 1545 0811Department of Neurology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH USA
| | | | | | - Norbert Kovács
- grid.9679.10000 0001 0663 9479Department of Neurology, Medical School, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary ,MTA-PTE Clinical Neuroimaging MR Research Group, Pécs, Hungary
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Niemann N, Billnitzer A, Jankovic J. Parkinson's disease and skin. Parkinsonism Relat Disord 2020; 82:61-76. [PMID: 33248395 DOI: 10.1016/j.parkreldis.2020.11.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2020] [Revised: 10/18/2020] [Accepted: 11/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
Parkinson's disease is associated with a variety of dermatologic disorders and the study of skin may provide insights into pathophysiological mechanisms underlying this common neurodegenerative disorder. Skin disorders in patients with Parkinson's disease can be divided into two major groups: 1) non-iatrogenic disorders, including melanoma, seborrheic dermatitis, sweating disorders, bullous pemphigoid, and rosacea, and 2) iatrogenic disorders related either to systemic side effects of antiparkinsonian medications or to the delivery system of antiparkinsonian therapy, including primarily carbidopa/levodopa, rotigotine and other dopamine agonists, amantadine, catechol-O-methyl transferase inhibitors, subcutaneous apomorphine, levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel, and deep brain stimulation. Recent advances in our understanding of the role of α-synuclein in peripheral tissues, including the skin, and research based on induced pluripotent stem cells derived from skin fibroblasts have made skin an important target for the study of Parkinson's disease pathogenesis, drug discovery, novel stem cell therapies, and diagnostics.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nicki Niemann
- Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, Department of Neurology, Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
| | - Andrew Billnitzer
- Parkinson's Disease Center and Movement Disorders Clinic, Department of Neurology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
| | - Joseph Jankovic
- Parkinson's Disease Center and Movement Disorders Clinic, Department of Neurology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
|
16
|
Burack M, Aldred J, Zadikoff C, Vanagunas A, Klos K, Bilir B, Fernandez HH, Standaert DG. Reply to: DUOPA® is an Excellent Alternative Treatment but with Some Caveats. Mov Disord Clin Pract 2019; 6:336-337. [PMID: 31061847 PMCID: PMC6476597 DOI: 10.1002/mdc3.12738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2018] [Accepted: 12/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
| | | | - Cindy Zadikoff
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of MedicineNorthwestern Memorial HospitalChicagoIllinoisUSA
| | - Arvydas Vanagunas
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of MedicineNorthwestern Memorial HospitalChicagoIllinoisUSA
| | - Kevin Klos
- Movement Disorder Center of OklahomaTulsaOklahomaUSA
| | - Bahri Bilir
- Rocky Mountain GastroenterologyLittletonColoradoUSA
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
17
|
Bhatia K, Merello M. Response from the Editors RE: DUOPA® is an Excellent Alternative Treatment but with Some Caveats. Mov Disord Clin Pract 2019; 6:338. [PMID: 31061848 PMCID: PMC6476624 DOI: 10.1002/mdc3.12737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2019] [Accepted: 01/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Kailash Bhatia
- Institute of Neurology, University College LondonLondonUnited Kingdom
| | - Marcelo Merello
- Raul Carrea Institute for Neurological Research, FLENIBuenos AiresArgentina
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Shimamura M, Shinzaki S, Ikenaka K, Konaka K, Hirozawa D, Ishikura T, Hideshima M, Nakano T, Kitano T, Takehara T, Mochizuki H. [Analysis of PEG-J associated complications in 14 adult patients treated with levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel]. Rinsho Shinkeigaku 2019; 59:153-156. [PMID: 30814443 DOI: 10.5692/clinicalneurol.cn-001195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Abstract
We analyzed 14 patients in our hospital, who underwent levodopa-carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) treatment through a percutaneous endoscopic gastrojejunostomy (PEG-J). The PEG-J related complications were observed in 10 patients (71.4%). Detailed complications are as followings: J-tube related complications such as kinking (3 cases, 21.4%), pump malfunctions (3 cases, 21.4%), skin troubles in the gastrostoma (7 cases, 50.0%), duodenal perforation, peritonitis, and ulcers (2 cases, 14.3%). These results indicated that the sufficient care for PEG-J associated complications are important in LCIG treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Shinichiro Shinzaki
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Kensuke Ikenaka
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Kuni Konaka
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Daisuke Hirozawa
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Teruyuki Ishikura
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Makoto Hideshima
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Tomohito Nakano
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Takaya Kitano
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Tetsuo Takehara
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| | - Hideki Mochizuki
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Lamichhane D. DUOPA Is An Excellent Alternative Treatment But With Some Caveats. Mov Disord Clin Pract 2019; 6:335. [PMID: 31061846 DOI: 10.1002/mdc3.12739] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2018] [Accepted: 12/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
|