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Magee DJ, Kicker S, Thomas A. Descriptive epidemiology demonstrating the All of Us database as a versatile resource for the rare and undiagnosed disease community. J Am Med Inform Assoc 2025; 32:579-585. [PMID: 39715481 PMCID: PMC11833481 DOI: 10.1093/jamia/ocae241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 10/18/2024] [Indexed: 12/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE We aim to demonstrate the versatility of the All of Us database as an important source of rare and undiagnosed disease (RUD) data, because of its large size and range of data types. MATERIALS AND METHODS We searched the public data browser, electronic health record (EHR), and several surveys to investigate the prevalence, mental health, healthcare access, and other data of select RUDs. RESULTS Several RUDs have participants in All of Us [eg, 75 of 100 rare infectious diseases (RIDs)]. We generated health-related data for undiagnosed, sickle cell disease (SCD), cystic fibrosis (CF), and infectious (2 diseases) and chronic (4 diseases) disease pools. CONCLUSION Our results highlight the potential value of All of Us with both data breadth and depth to help identify possible solutions for shared and disease-specific biomedical and other problems such as healthcare access, thus enhancing diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and support for the RUD community.
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- Drenen J Magee
- Department of Biological and Health Sciences, Crown College, St Bonifacius, MN 55375, United States
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- Department of Biological and Health Sciences, Crown College, St Bonifacius, MN 55375, United States
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- Department of Biological and Health Sciences, Crown College, St Bonifacius, MN 55375, United States
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Metin Cakar N, Karabulut S, Yuksel Kalyoncu M, Selcuk Balcı M, Yıldız CA, Kocaman D, Uzunoglu B, Tastan G, Ergenekon AP, Erdem Eralp E, Gokdemir Y, Karakoc F, Karadag B. Associations between income level and health outcomes in people with cystic fibrosis in Turkey. J Cyst Fibros 2025; 24:295-300. [PMID: 39516142 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcf.2024.10.010] [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: 03/23/2024] [Revised: 09/08/2024] [Accepted: 10/22/2024] [Indexed: 11/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND Our study aimed to identify the social domains that pose the greatest barriers to managing and supporting pwCF, particularly in relation to income levels. METHODS To identify associations between income and health outcomes in pwCF in our center the shorter form of the survey "Your Current Life Situation" (YCLS) was used in face-to-face interviews. Participants were also asked to complete the validated Turkish versions of the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-7) to assess depression and anxiety, respectively. RESULTS In total, 282 pwCF were included in this study. 51.1 % were female (n = 144), mean (±SD) age was 13.8 (±8.7) years and 75 % (n = 211) were <18 years old. The median (IQR) values of pwCF; FEV1pp (percent predictive) 83 % (41-97), BMI (body mass index) 17 kg/m2 (15∼20), BMI z-score -0.1 (-1∼0.3). Of the pwCF in the study 89 % (n = 251) had an income below the poverty threshold and 21 % (n = 60) of them had an income below the hunger threshold. The results of YCLS survey showed that the highest level of insecurity was in the social domain (68.5 %, n = 193); this was followed by health and clinical care (62.1 %, n = 173), financial (37.9 %, n = 106), and food insecurity (37.2 %, n = 103). All individuals experiencing housing insecurity stated that they had requested help from local organisations. CONCLUSION The study highlights the substantial socioeconomic challenges faced by pwCF, a significant majority live below the poverty threshold and experience high levels of social and health insecurity, underscoring the need for comprehensive support systems to address these issues.
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- Neval Metin Cakar
- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye.
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Nutrition and Dietetics, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Selim Çöremen Cystic Fibrosis Center, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Selim Çöremen Cystic Fibrosis Center, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Türkiye
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Hoppe JE, Kasi AS, Pittman JE, Jensen R, Thia LP, Robinson P, Tirakitsoontorn P, Ramsey B, Mall MA, Taylor-Cousar JL, McKone EF, Tullis E, Salinas DB, Zhu J, Chen YC, Rodriguez-Romero V, Sosnay PR, Davies G, VX21-121-105 Study Group. Vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor for children aged 6-11 years with cystic fibrosis (RIDGELINE Trial VX21-121-105): an analysis from a single-arm, phase 3 trial. THE LANCET. RESPIRATORY MEDICINE 2025; 13:244-255. [PMID: 39756425 PMCID: PMC12126198 DOI: 10.1016/s2213-2600(24)00407-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Collaborators] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2024] [Revised: 11/27/2024] [Accepted: 11/28/2024] [Indexed: 01/07/2025]
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BACKGROUND In phase 2 trials in people with cystic fibrosis aged 18 years and older, vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor has been shown to be a safe and effective, once-daily cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulator. Restoring normal CFTR function early in life has the potential to prevent manifestations of cystic fibrosis. We aimed to evaluate the safety, tolerability, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics of vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor in children with cystic fibrosis aged 6-11 years. METHODS In this multicentre, single-arm, phase 3 trial (RIDGELINE Trial VX21-121-105), participants were enrolled across 33 clinical sites that care for children with cystic fibrosis in eight countries (Australia, France, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK, and the USA). Eligible participants were aged 6-11 years with at least one elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor-responsive CFTR variant, FEV1 % predicted of 60% or higher, and stable cystic fibrosis as determined by investigators. Before study treatment, participants were either on stable elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor for at least 28 days before screening or received the combination for a 4-week run-in period. Participants then received vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor (<40 kg bodyweight: vanzacaftor 12 mg, tezacaftor 60 mg, and deutivacaftor 150 mg orally as three fixed-dose combination tablets once daily; ≥40 kg bodyweight: vanzacaftor 20 mg, tezacaftor 100 mg, and deutivacaftor 250 mg orally as two fixed-dose combination tablets once daily (manufactured by Patheon Pharmaceuticals, Cincinnati, OH, USA) from day 1 for 24 weeks. The primary endpoint was safety and tolerability, as measured by adverse events, vital signs, clinical laboratory values, electrocardiograms, and pulse oximetry. Endpoints were analysed in all participants who received at least one dose of vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor. This trial is registered with ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT05422222, and evaluation of the 6-11-year-old cohort is complete. FINDINGS Between Feb 6 and May 18, 2023, 83 children were screened, of whom five were not eligible, and 78 children aged 6-11 years received at least one dose of vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor. Median age was 9·3 years (IQR 7·6-10·4), 34 (44%) of 78 participants were female, 44 (56%) were male, 71 (91%) were White, one (1%) was Black or African American, and one (1%) was of multiple races. The analysis for these data was completed on Dec 15, 2023. Median exposure of participants to vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor was 168 days (IQR 166-170). 75 (96%) of 78 participants had adverse events, all of which were mild or moderate; the most common events were generally consistent with cystic fibrosis manifestations, including, cough (36 [46%]), pyrexia (16 [21%]), headache (14 [18%]), infective pulmonary exacerbation of cystic fibrosis (13 [17%]), and oropharyngeal pain (13 [17%]). Serious adverse events occurred in six (8%) participants (two had infective pulmonary exacerbation, one of whom also had failure to thrive; one participant each had adenovirus infection, constipation, pulmonary function test decreased, and cough), and one (1%) participant discontinued due to adverse events of cough and fatigue that were considered possibly related to study drug. INTERPRETATION Vanzacaftor-tezacaftor-deutivacaftor was safe and well tolerated and maintained FEV1 % predicted from elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor baseline with further improved CFTR function. Improvements in CFTR function compared with baseline elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor values demonstrate the potential opportunity to restore normal physiology early and prevent development or progression of cystic fibrosis. Nearly all participants had sweat chloride below the diagnostic threshold for cytstic fibrosis (<60 mmol/L) and more than half had normal levels (<30 mmol/L). Additional long-term data in children with cystic fibrosis are being collected in an open-label extension study to demonstrate clinical benefits and safety. These findings will inform health-care providers and people with cystic fibrosis regarding the benefits of early initiation of CFTR modulators. FUNDING Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
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- Jordana E Hoppe
- University of Colorado School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales, Cardiff, UK
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- The Royal Children's Hospital, Murdoch Children's Institute Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Department of Pediatrics, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Children's Hospital of Orange County, Irvine, CA, USA; University of California, Irvine, CA, USA
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Immunology and Critical Care Medicine, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany; German Center for Child and Adolescent Health (DZKJ), partner site Berlin, Berlin, Germany; German Center for Lung Research (DZL), associated partner site Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- St Vincents University Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- St Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Population Policy and Practice Department, UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, University College London, London, UK; Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.
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Gary McPhail, Karen McCoy, Erica Roesch, Daniel Weiner, Carlos Milla, Jessica Pittman, Rachel Linnemann, Anne Stone, Hugo Escobar, James Chmiel, Fadel Ruiz, Jonathan Gaffin, Hara Levy, Thomas Lahiri, Jordana Hoppe, Brooke Moore, Gwyneth Davies, Alexander Moeller, Anna-Maria Dittrich, Philipp Latzin, Pornchai Tirakitsoontorn, Maria Dowell, Lena Thia, Mirjam Stahl, Florian Stehling, Joan DeCelie-Germana, Isabelle Sermet-Gaudelus, Hettie Janssens, Philippe Reix, Philip Robinson, Claire Wainwright, Andrew Tai, Marcus Svedberg,
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Steinack C, Krapf M, Ernst J, Gaisl T, Schuurmans M, von Känel R, Jordan KD. Psychosocial Wellbeing in Lung Transplants Before and After the COVID-19 Vaccine. EXP CLIN TRANSPLANT 2025; 23:220-226. [PMID: 40223386 DOI: 10.6002/ect.2024.0243] [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: 04/15/2025]
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OBJECTIVES Lung transplant recipients are vulnerable to respiratory infections because of their compromised immune response. Limited research has been published on mental health as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic on lung transplant recipients, and uncertainty remains whether the COVID-19 vaccine affected mental health in lung transplant recipients. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this longitudinal, retrospective study, we assessed the psychosocial wellbeing of lung transplant recipients during the COVID-19 pandemic at 2 different time points (before and after COVID-19 vaccination). We measured wellbeing with the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (cutoff of 11 points indicated anxiety and depression) and the Symptom Checklist consisting of 9 questions. RESULTS Our study included 83 patients (mean age 52.4 ± 14.5 years, 55.4% male). Among the patients, 3.8% and 4.8% of patients with cystic fibrosis had abnormal values for anxiety before and after the vaccine, respectively; abnormal values for depression were shown in 0% and 2.4% of patients with cystic fibrosis before and after the vaccine, respectively. Sex, age, level of education, time since transplant, and chronic allograft dysfunction were not significantly associated with psychosocial wellbeing. Vaccination against COVID-19 was not associated with a change in psychosocial wellbeing. CONCLUSIONS We found no evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine affected the psychosocial wellbeing of lung transplant recipients. However, it may be important to monitor wellbeing closely during a pandemic, especially in patients with cystic fibrosis.
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Gillespie ML, Jayaram S, Eisner M, Sliemers S, Pasley K, McCoy K, Krivchenia K. Edinburgh postnatal depression scale score elevation in caregivers of infants with cystic fibrosis. Pediatr Pulmonol 2025; 60:e27364. [PMID: 39469979 PMCID: PMC11740653 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.27364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2024] [Revised: 09/18/2024] [Accepted: 10/17/2024] [Indexed: 10/30/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The diagnosis of cystic fibrosis (CF) can impact the mental health of caregivers. This study aimed to explore prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms in caregivers of infants with CF or CFTR-related metabolic syndrome (CRMS). METHODS This prospective, observational study was conducted in a CF clinic at a tertiary hospital over 4 years. Caregivers of infants with CF/CRMS completed serial surveys over the first year of life. Surveys included the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and the General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). A control group of healthy infant caregivers was used for comparative analysis of EPDS scores. RESULTS Analyses were conducted on 55 caregivers of 42 infants with CF/CRMS and 915 caregivers of healthy infants. Caregivers of infants with CF/CRMS had a significantly higher prevalence of elevated EPDS scores and higher mean EPDS scores for visit 1 (age 1-2mo) and visit 3 (age 6-9mo) compared to healthy controls (p < 0.001 for both). There was a higher prevalence of caregivers identifying thoughts of self-harm in the CF/CRMS cohort (8.3%) compared to caregivers of healthy controls (1.2%) at visit 1 (p = 0.015) and at visit 3 (CF/CRMS 8.8%; control 1.7%; p = 0.030). EPDS scores correlated with PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores, particularly earlier in the infant's life. CONCLUSIONS Caregivers of infants with CF/CRMS may be at higher risk of PPD and thoughts of self-harm when compared to healthy controls. Given what is known about the impact of PPD on mental and physical health of children, early identification is vital for this population.
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- Michelle L. Gillespie
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineThe Ohio State UniversityColumbusOHUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
- Department of PediatricsThe Ohio State University College of MedicineColumbusOHUSA
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- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
- Department of PediatricsThe Ohio State University College of MedicineColumbusOHUSA
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- Biostatistics ResourceNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
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- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
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- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
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- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
- Department of PediatricsThe Ohio State University College of MedicineColumbusOHUSA
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- Division of Pulmonary MedicineNationwide Children's HospitalColumbusOHUSA
- Department of PediatricsThe Ohio State University College of MedicineColumbusOHUSA
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Kurita GP, Eidemak I, Pressier T, Larsen S, Sjøgren P, Lykke C. Palliative care needs in cystic fibrosis: hospital survey. BMJ Support Palliat Care 2024:spcare-2024-005318. [PMID: 39740962 DOI: 10.1136/spcare-2024-005318] [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: 12/05/2024] [Accepted: 12/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/02/2025]
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BACKGROUND Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an incurable, progressive disease that affects multiple organs, causing burdensome symptoms. This study aimed to explore the palliative care needs in patients with CF, focusing on health-related quality of life (HRQOL), fatigue, anxiety and depression. METHODS From October 2019 to March 2020, a cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted with outpatients with CF at the Infectious Medicine Clinic in a Danish University Hospital. RESULTS 130 patients completed at least one questionnaire. Mean age was 35.5 years (SD 11.5), with 51.7% males. Charlson's comorbidity index mean score was 1.3 (SD 1.6). Patients with CF had significantly lower scores in general health, vitality, social functioning, role emotional and mental health compared with the Danish population. Mean fatigue score of patients was 50.9 (SD 16.2), with the highest scores in general fatigue, physical fatigue and reduced activity. Additionally, 33% indicated anxiety and 19.5% depression. 51.6% were treated with Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor or Lumacaftor/Ivacaftor. CONCLUSION This study found poor HRQOL and burdensome symptoms of fatigue, anxiety and depression in patients with CF compared with the general Danish population. The results suggest that systematic assessments and palliative care interventions should be integrated into routine CF care.
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- Geana Paula Kurita
- Section of Palliative Medicine, Department of Oncology and Department of Anaesthesiology, Pain and Respiratory Support, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Section of Palliative Medicine, Department of Oncology, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Section of Palliative Medicine, Department of Oncology, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Section of Palliative Medicine, Department of Oncology, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Section of Palliative Medicine, Department of Oncology, Rigshospitalet, Kobenhavn, Denmark
- Department of Oncology and Palliative Care, Nordsjaellands Hospital, Hillerod, Denmark
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Sütering T, Bode SFN, Fischer R, Fabricius D. Successful Therapy over 12 Months of People with Cystic Fibrosis with Rare Non-phe508del Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) Mutations with Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor (ETI). Adv Respir Med 2024; 92:559-572. [PMID: 39727500 DOI: 10.3390/arm92060049] [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: 10/04/2024] [Revised: 12/15/2024] [Accepted: 12/18/2024] [Indexed: 12/28/2024]
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Background: Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor (ETI) is a CFTR modulator therapy approved for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) who have at least one phe508del mutation. However, its approval in the European Union (EU) for pwCF with non-phe508del mutations is lacking, because data on treatment response in this subgroup are scarce. Methods: This retrospective observational study evaluated six pwCF (ages 6 to 66) with responsive CFTR mutations (M1101K, R347P, 2789+5G>A, G551D) undergoing off-label ETI therapy. Evaluations were conducted at 0, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, assessing lung function (FEV1), sweat chloride levels, body mass index (BMI), quality of life, medication satisfaction, ear, nose and throat (ENT) symptoms, and physical activity. A control group of four pwCF with classic symptoms and no ETI treatment was included. Results: FEV1 improved significantly after 3 and 6 months (p < 0.05) and stabilized by 12 months. Sweat chloride levels decreased significantly, with four pwCF achieving levels <60 mmol/L. Improvements in the upper and lower airway symptoms, medication satisfaction, and increased BMI were noted. Conclusions: ETI demonstrates high efficacy in this small group of pwCF with rare CFTR mutations, offering a treatment option that warrants further monitoring and evaluation.
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- Tomke Sütering
- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Ulm University Medical Center, Ulm University, 89075 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Ulm University Medical Center, Ulm University, 89075 Ulm, Germany
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- Cystic Fibrosis Center Munich West, Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU), 81241 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Ulm University Medical Center, Ulm University, 89075 Ulm, Germany
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Alemayehu TT, Wassie YA, Tadesse G, Fentahun S, Yazie AS, Mengistie BA, Worku MC, Mulatu A, Bekalu AF, Gebremeskel ED, Abebe RB, Kemal LK, Wubie Z, Geremew GW. Prevalence of depression and associated factors among caregivers of stroke survivors in developing countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Curr Probl Cardiol 2024; 49:102876. [PMID: 39369774 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2024.102876] [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: 10/03/2024] [Accepted: 10/03/2024] [Indexed: 10/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. While caregivers play a vital role in recovery, their long-term support can affect their mental well-being. This study aims to estimate the pooled prevalence of depression and associated factors among caregivers of stroke survivors in developing countries. METHOD A comprehensive literature search using the preferred reporting items for systematic review and meta-analysis (PRISMA) statement was conducted on Scopus, PsycINFO, EMBASE, Google Scholar, Psychiatry Online, and PubMed/MEDLINE. Data were extracted via a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and analyzed via STATA version 11.0. Egger regression tests and funnel plot analysis were used to check for publication bias, and the I2 statistic was used to evaluate statistical heterogeneity. Sensitivity and subgroup analyses were also conducted to identify potential causes of heterogeneity. RESULTS Seventeen articles from 12 different countries were analyzed. The pooled prevalence of depression among caregivers of stroke survivors was 48.75% (95% confidence interval (CI): 38.64- 58.86). However, the prevalence of depression ranged widely from 17.2%-76%, which may be due to the variation in the depression assessment tools used, types of caregivers, and continent. A long duration of caregiving was the only significant factor associated with depression among caregivers of stroke survivors. CONCLUSION The current systematic review and meta-analysis revealed a high prevalence of depression among caregivers of stroke survivors in developing countries. However, there was significant heterogeneity between studies, which could be explained by differences in the depression assessment tools used, types of caregivers, and continents. Factors such as long caregiving times were significantly associated with depression among caregivers of stroke survivors. The study suggests that the depression assessment tool utilized itself could have modified the prevalence of depression among caregivers of stroke survivors. Therefore, a single depression assessment tool needs to be authorized.
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- Tekletsadik Tekleslassie Alemayehu
- Department of Social and Administrative Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Medical Nursing, School of Nursing, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Medical Parasitology, School of Biomedical and Laboratory Sciences College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of General Midwifery, School of Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Social and Administrative Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
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O'Hayer CV, Smith PJ, Drescher CF, Bruschwein H, Nurse CN, Kushner HM, Ingle K, Stephen MJ, Hoag JB. ACT with CF: A randomized trial of acceptance and commitment therapy vs supportive psychotherapy for adults with cystic fibrosis. Gen Hosp Psychiatry 2024; 91:212-222. [PMID: 39626332 DOI: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2024.11.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2024] [Revised: 11/21/2024] [Accepted: 11/22/2024] [Indexed: 12/13/2024]
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PURPOSE Psychological distress, including anxiety and depression, is common among adults with CF, associating with poor quality of life, lung function, and healthcare utilization. This 3-year, multi-site, telehealth-delivered randomized trial sought to determine whether Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT with CF) is superior to supportive psychotherapy (SP), in improving psychological functioning for adults with CF. METHODS One hundred twenty-four adults with CF and elevated anxiety and/or depressive symptoms were recruited coincident with the first COVID lockdown, from Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, University of Virginia, Augusta University, Duke University Medical Center, and social media. Participants were randomized to 6 weeks of either ACT with CF or SP, delivered via Zoom. They completed measures of psychological functioning: depression (BDI-II), anxiety (BAI), cognitive fusion (CFQ-13), acceptance and committed action (AAQ-II); and barriers to adherence at baseline, post-treatment, and at 3-months follow-up. Biobehavioral outcomes, including CF severity and treatment burden, were gathered using EMR data. RESULTS Participants were young adults (mean age 25 years [SD = 12]), female (75 %), on CFTR modulators (67 %), psychotropic medication(s) (60 %), with previous psychotherapy engagement (72 %). Treatment effects were evaluated using analysis of covariance, controlling for baseline levels of respective outcomes, age, biological sex, and FEV1. ACT demonstrated greater improvements in psychological functioning at 6-weeks (mean score = 57.3 [51.6, 63.0]) relative to SP (mean score = 67.8 [62.2, 73.5], Cohen's d = 0.59, P = .017), with largest improvements in cognitive fusion (CFQ-13) and acceptance and committed action (AAQ-II). Treatment improvements in psychological functioning persisted at 3-months (ACT: 59.7 (53.5, 65.9) vs. SP: 69.0 [62.6, 75.4], Cohen's d = 0.40, P = .041), with ACT demonstrating continued improvements in the CFQ-13 and AAQ-II. Negative affect scores were not consistently improved on our mean-rank composite outcome variable (Cohen's d = 0.22, P = .170), despite post hoc reductions in BDI-II scores (ACT: -7.4 [-9.4, -5.4] vs. SP: -4.5 [-6.4, -2.6], P = .040). Improvements in psychological flexibility (CFQ-13 and AAQ-II) were also robustly associated with reductions in negative affect (B = -0.45, P < .001). Individuals in ACT with greater baseline barriers to medication adherence reported greater reductions in barriers after treatment (P = .026). Individuals with lower baseline FEV1/FVC ratios (e.g. ≤ 65 %) demonstrating greater improvements in ACT compared with SP (ACT: 7.3 [1.7, 12.8] vs. SP: 1.3 [-3.2, 5.8], P = .036 for interaction). CONCLUSIONS ACT with CF was superior to SP in improving psychological functioning among adults with CF and elevated psychological distress, with additional benefits in secondary biobehavioral outcomes in a subset of individuals with greater medical burden. Improvements in psychological flexibility strongly associated with reductions in negative affect. CLINICALTRIALS gov ID #NCT04114227 Supported by the Boomer Esiason Foundation.
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- C Virginia O'Hayer
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Dept of Psychiatry & Human Behavior, 33 S. 9th St, Suite 210, Philadelphia, PA, 19107 USA.
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- University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill - Dept of Psychiatry, 317D MacNider Hall 333 S. Columbia st, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514 USA
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- Augusta University - Dept of Psychiatry & Health Behavior, 997 St Sebastian Way, Augusta, GA 30912 USA
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- University of Virginia - Dept of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences, PO Box 800223 Behavioral Medicine Center, Charlottesville, VA 22903 USA
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- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Dept of Psychiatry & Human Behavior, 33 S. 9th St, Suite 210, Philadelphia, PA, 19107 USA
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- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Dept of Psychiatry & Human Behavior, 33 S. 9th St, Suite 210, Philadelphia, PA, 19107 USA
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- Duke University Medical Center - Dept of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Box 3651, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710 USA
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- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Div of Pulmonary & Critical Care Med, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, 3400 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104 USA
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- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - Div of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Med, 843 Walnut Street Suite 650, Philadelphia, PA 19107 USA
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Brown RF, Close CT, Mailes MG, Gonzalez LJ, Goetz DM, Filigno SS, Preslar R, Tran QT, Hempstead SE, Lomas P, Brown AW, Flume PA. Cystic fibrosis foundation position paper: Redefining the cystic fibrosis care team. J Cyst Fibros 2024; 23:1045-1054. [PMID: 39327194 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcf.2024.09.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2024] [Revised: 09/09/2024] [Accepted: 09/16/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024]
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Interdisciplinary teams care for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) at specialized treatment centers. These teams have laid the foundation for the cystic fibrosis (CF) care model responsible for gains in health outcomes and quality of life within the CF community. However, the landscape of CF care is transforming, invigorated by new technologies, accessibility of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) therapies, and increased utilization of telemedicine. In light of these advances, it is appropriate to re-evaluate the CF care team structure. This position paper offers guidance for the structure of a CF care center designed to meet the evolving needs of the CF community. Fundamental to the proposed center structure is recognition of pwCF and their families as integral members of their care teams, underpinning the necessity for shared decision making, awareness of social determinants of health, and active partnership between all healthcare professionals involved in the care of pwCF.
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- Rebekah F Brown
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Pulmonary Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA.
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- Division of Clinical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Departments of Outpatient Pharmacy and Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico Hospitals, Albuquerque, NM, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University at Buffalo School of Medicine, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Divisions of Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology and Pulmonary Medicine, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA Department of Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Community Advisor to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bethesda, MD, USA; Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, VA, USA
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- Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
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Lord L, Wark P, Hew M, Blakeley B, Steeper M, Kirsa S, Ilomäki J. Prevalence of psychotropic medication dispensing to people living with cystic fibrosis in Australia: 2013-2022. J Psychosom Res 2024; 186:111877. [PMID: 39178579 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2024.111877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2024] [Revised: 07/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 08/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE People living with cystic fibrosis (PwCF) are at increased risk of mental health conditions. There is little evidence addressing psychotropic medication use in PwCF. This study aimed to estimate the dispensing prevalence of antidepressant, anxiolytic, antipsychotic, psychostimulant, and hypnotic/sedative medication in PwCF in Australia between 2013 and 2022. METHOD A 10% random sample of Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme data was used to identify PwCF and their medications between 2013 and 2022. Annual prevalence of psychotropic medication dispensing was estimated using a 3-year rolling average, stratified by sex, age, and medication class. RESULTS Psychotropic medications were dispensed to 206/478 (41.3%) PwCF. Antidepressant and anxiolytic dispensing prevalence was highest in adult females, increasing from 201 5 by 50% to their peak in 2021 (antidepressants 36.8%; anxiolytics 12.3%). Psychostimulant prevalence was highest in adolescent males and increased over three-fold during the study period from 3.6% to 13.2%. The prevalence of antipsychotic medication was lower than other classes with adult females having the highest prevalence (3.1% and 5.8% in 201 5 and 2022 respectively). Hypnotic/sedative medications remained consistently low or decreased in all groups except male children, where it increased from 0.6% to 2.8% from 201 5 to 2022. CONCLUSION Psychotropic medication use is higher among Australian PwCF compared to the general population, with varying prevalence across age and sex groups. This is of interest due to complexities with CF comorbidities and potential medication influences and interactions. Future studies should investigate the reasons for psychotropic use disparities within PwCF with the aim to establish targeted guidelines and optimize outcomes.
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- Louise Lord
- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia; Pharmacy, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology Service, Alfred Health, 55 Commercial Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
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- Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology Service, Alfred Health, 55 Commercial Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia
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- Monash Health, Pharmacy Department, 246 Clayton Road, Clayton 3168, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia
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Trevizan-Baú P, Hayes JA, Bolser DC, Reznikov LR. Amygdalar involvement in respiratory dysfunction. Front Physiol 2024; 15:1424889. [PMID: 39263625 PMCID: PMC11387172 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2024.1424889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2024] [Accepted: 08/15/2024] [Indexed: 09/13/2024] Open
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The brainstem has long been recognized as the major respiratory control center, but it has become increasingly appreciated that areas upstream of the brainstem modulate respiration and airway defensive behaviors. This review aims to define the role of the amygdala, a key temporal brain region essential for limbic function, in respiration and airway defenses. We summarize literature describing roles for the amygdala in control of respiration, swallow, cough, airway smooth muscle contraction, and mucus secretion. We emphasize the need to understand how the amygdala regulates these functions both at a local scale and network scale and identify knowledge gaps for current and future investigations. Lastly, we highlight literature suggesting that amygdala dysfunction may contribute to respiratory dysfunction.
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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Wu M, Davis JD, Zhao C, Daley T, Oliver KE. Racial inequities and rare CFTR variants: Impact on cystic fibrosis diagnosis and treatment. J Clin Transl Endocrinol 2024; 36:100344. [PMID: 38765466 PMCID: PMC11099334 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcte.2024.100344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 04/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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Cystic fibrosis (CF) has been traditionally viewed as a disease that affects White individuals. However, CF occurs among all races, ethnicities, and geographic ancestries. The disorder results from mutations in the CF transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR). Varying incidence of CF is reported among Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), who typically exhibit worse clinical outcomes. These populations are more likely to carry rare CFTR variants omitted from newborn screening panels, leading to disparities in care such as delayed diagnosis and treatment. In this study, we present a case-in-point describing an individual of Gambian descent identified with CF. Patient genotype includes a premature termination codon (PTC) (c.2353C>T) and previously undescribed single nucleotide deletion (c.1970delG), arguing against effectiveness of currently available CFTR modulator-based interventions. Strategies for overcoming these two variants will likely include combinations of PTC suppressors, nonsense mediated decay inhibitors, and/or alternative approaches (e.g. gene therapy). Investigations such as the present study establish a foundation from which therapeutic treatments may be developed. Importantly, c.2353C>T and c.1970delG were not detected in the patient by traditional CFTR screening panels, which include an implicit racial and ethnic diagnostic bias as these tests are comprised of mutations largely observed in people of European ancestry. We suggest that next-generation sequencing of CFTR should be utilized to confirm or exclude a CF diagnosis, in order to equitably serve BIPOC individuals. Additional epidemiologic data, basic science investigations, and translational work are imperative for improving understanding of disease prevalence and progression, CFTR variant frequency, genotype-phenotype correlation, pharmacologic responsiveness, and personalized medicine approaches for patients with African ancestry and other historically understudied geographic lineages.
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- Malinda Wu
- Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Pediatric Institute, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Quantitative Biosciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Pediatric Institute, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Pediatric Institute, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Burgel PR, Southern KW, Addy C, Battezzati A, Berry C, Bouchara JP, Brokaar E, Brown W, Azevedo P, Durieu I, Ekkelenkamp M, Finlayson F, Forton J, Gardecki J, Hodkova P, Hong G, Lowdon J, Madge S, Martin C, McKone E, Munck A, Ooi CY, Perrem L, Piper A, Prayle A, Ratjen F, Rosenfeld M, Sanders DB, Schwarz C, Taccetti G, Wainwright C, West NE, Wilschanski M, Bevan A, Castellani C, Drevinek P, Gartner S, Gramegna A, Lammertyn E, Landau EEC, Plant BJ, Smyth AR, van Koningsbruggen-Rietschel S, Middleton PG. Standards for the care of people with cystic fibrosis (CF); recognising and addressing CF health issues. J Cyst Fibros 2024; 23:187-202. [PMID: 38233247 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcf.2024.01.005] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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This is the third in a series of four papers updating the European Cystic Fibrosis Society (ECFS) standards for the care of people with CF. This paper focuses on recognising and addressing CF health issues. The guidance was produced with wide stakeholder engagement, including people from the CF community, using an evidence-based framework. Authors contributed sections, and summary statements which were reviewed by a Delphi consultation. Monitoring and treating airway infection, inflammation and pulmonary exacerbations remains important, despite the widespread availability of CFTR modulators and their accompanying health improvements. Extrapulmonary CF-specific health issues persist, such as diabetes, liver disease, bone disease, stones and other renal issues, and intestinal obstruction. These health issues require multidisciplinary care with input from the relevant specialists. Cancer is more common in people with CF compared to the general population, and requires regular screening. The CF life journey requires mental and emotional adaptation to psychosocial and physical challenges, with support from the CF team and the CF psychologist. This is particularly important when life gets challenging, with disease progression requiring increased treatments, breathing support and potentially transplantation. Planning for end of life remains a necessary aspect of care and should be discussed openly, honestly, with sensitivity and compassion for the person with CF and their family. CF teams should proactively recognise and address CF-specific health issues, and support mental and emotional wellbeing while accompanying people with CF and their families on their life journey.
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- Pierre-Régis Burgel
- Respiratory Medicine and Cystic Fibrosis National Reference Center, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Institut Cochin, Inserm U1016, Université Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Institute in the Park, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, University of Liverpool, Eaton Road, Liverpool L12 2AP, UK.
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- All Wales Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, University Hospital Llandough, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Cardiff, UK
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- Clinical Nutrition Unit, Department of Endocrine and Metabolic Medicine, IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano, and ICANS-DIS, Department of Food Environmental and Nutritional Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Alder Hey Children's NHS Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- University of Brest, Fungal Respiratory Infections Research Unit, SFR ICAT, University of Angers, Angers, France
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- Department of Pharmacy, Haga Teaching Hospital, The Hague, the Netherlands
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland, USA, Falls Church, VA, USA
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- Cystic Fibrosis Reference Centre-Centro, Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Portugal
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- Cystic Fibrosis Reference Center (Constitutif), Service de médecine interne et de pathologie vasculaire, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Hôpital Lyon Sud, RESearch on HealthcAre PErformance (RESHAPE), INSERM U1290, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, 8 avenue Rockefeller, 69373 Lyon Cedex 08, France; ERN-Lung Cystic Fibrosis Network, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- CF Centre at Goethe University Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- CF Center at University Hospital Motol, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Clinical Specialist Paediatric Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian, Leeds Children's Hospital, UK
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- Royal Brompton Hospital, Part of Guys and StThomas's Hospital, London, UK
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- Institut Cochin, Inserm U1016, Université Paris-Cité and National Reference Center for Cystic Fibrosis, Hôpital Cochin AP-HP, ERN-Lung CF Network, Paris 75014, France
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- St.Vincent's University Hospital and University College Dublin School of Medicine, Dublin, Ireland
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- Hospital Necker Enfants-Malades, AP-HP, CF Centre, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Discipline of Paediatrics and Child Health, Faculty of Medicine & Health, Department of Gastroenterology, Sydney Children's Hospital, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Children's Health Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Central Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Child Health, Lifespan and Population Health & Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Department of Pediatrics and Translational Medicine, Research Institute, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, Seattle Children's Research Institute, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division Cystic Fibrosis, CF Center, Clinic Westbrandenburg, HMU-Health and Medical University, Potsdam, Germany
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- Meyer Children's Hospital IRCCS, Cystic Fibrosis Regional Reference Centre, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology Unit, CF Center, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, United Kingdom
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- IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Via Gerolamo Gaslini 5, Genova 16147, Italy
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, Second Faculty of Medicine, Motol University Hospital, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Cystic Fibrosis Unit and Pediatric Pulmonology, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Respiratory Unit and Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center, Università degli Studi di Milano, Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milano, Italy
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- Cystic Fibrosis Europe, Brussels, Belgium and the Belgian CF Association, Brussels, Belgium
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- The Graub CF Center, Pulmonary Institute, Schneider Children's Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Cork Centre for Cystic Fibrosis (3CF), Cork University Hospital, University College Cork, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, Belfast and NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Queens University Belfast, Nottingham, UK
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- Westmead Clinical School, Department Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, Westmead Hospital, University of Sydney and CITRICA, Westmead, Australia
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Ramsey B, Correll CU, DeMaso DR, McKone E, Tullis E, Taylor-Cousar JL, Chu C, Volkova N, Ahluwalia N, Waltz D, Tian S, Mall MA. Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor Treatment and Depression-related Events. Am J Respir Crit Care Med 2024; 209:299-306. [PMID: 37890129 PMCID: PMC10840763 DOI: 10.1164/rccm.202308-1525oc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Rationale: Elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor (ELX/TEZ/IVA) has been shown to be safe and efficacious in people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) aged 2 years and older with at least one F508del-CFTR allele or more. After U.S. approval in 2019, reports emerged of depression-related adverse events in pwCF treated with ELX/TEZ/IVA. Objectives: To review available evidence on depression-related events in pwCF treated with ELX/TEZ/IVA in the context of background epidemiology in pwCF. Methods: Safety data from 14 ELX/TEZ/IVA clinical trials and 10 trials of CF transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators in which placebo was administered, along with data from CF registries in the United States and Germany and cumulative postmarketing adverse event data from 61,499 pwCF who initiated ELX/TEZ/IVA after initial approval in the United States (October 2019) through October 2022, were reviewed and used to calculate exposure-adjusted rates of depression-related adverse events and prevalence of depression. In addition, a scientific literature review was conducted to identify ELX/TEZ/IVA publications reporting depression-related events or changes in depressive symptoms after treatment initiation. Measurements and Main Results: In clinical trials, the exposure-adjusted rate of any depression-related adverse event was 3.32/100 person years (PY) in the pooled ELX/TEZ/IVA group (n = 1,711) and 3.24/100 PY in the pooled placebo group (n = 1,369). The exposure-adjusted rates of suicidal ideation and suicide attempt were also similar between the pooled ELX/TEZ/IVA group and pooled placebo group (ideation: 0.23/100 PY vs. 0.28/100 PY; attempt: 0.08/100 PY vs. 0.14/100 PY). In the postmarketing setting, the exposure-adjusted reporting rates of depression-related events were low in context of the background prevalence in pwCF (all depression-related events: 1.29/PY; suicidal ideation: 0.12/100 PY; and suicide attempt: 0.05/100 PY). Assessments of individual case reports were confounded by preexisting mental health conditions, intercurrent psychosocial stressors (including coronavirus disease [COVID-19] lockdowns), and the heterogeneous and fluctuating nature of depression. Data from CF registries in the United States and Germany showed that patterns of depression prevalence in pwCF exposed to ELX/TEZ/IVA did not change after treatment initiation. Published studies utilizing the nine-item Patient Health Questionnaire did not show evidence of worsening depression symptoms in pwCF treated with ELX/TEZ/IVA. Conclusions: Our review of data from clinical trials, postmarketing reports, an ongoing registry-based ELX/TEZ/IVA postauthorization safety study, and peer-reviewed literature suggests that depression symptoms and depression-related events reported in pwCF treated with ELX/TEZ/IVA are generally consistent with background epidemiology of these events in the CF population and do not suggest a causal relationship with ELX/TEZ/IVA treatment.
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- Bonnie Ramsey
- Seattle Children’s Research Institute and Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- The Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, New York, New York
- Department of Psychiatry and Molecular Medicine, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Hempstead, New York
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- German Center for Mental Health (DZPG), Partner Site Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Immunology and Critical Care Medicine, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin; and
- Berlin Institute of Health at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin and German Center for Lung Research, Associated Partner, Berlin, Germany
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Pitts LN, Woods B, Polen M, Nichols LS, Ladores S. Transcending Limitations: A Phenomenological Exploration of How Hygge Practices Enrich the Lived Experiences of Adults with Cystic Fibrosis. Creat Nurs 2024; 30:74-86. [PMID: 38291619 DOI: 10.1177/10784535241228522] [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] [Indexed: 02/01/2024]
Abstract
Hygge practices embody joy, peace, mindfulness, coziness, and conviviality. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a progressive condition with complex therapies and physical limitations. Little is known about how hygge practice may impact individuals living with CF. A qualitative study explored how adults with CF use hygge practices to promote wellness and cope with their disease. A purposive network sample of 15 adults with CF who utilized hygge practices completed semistructured audio-recorded telephone interviews. Recordings were transcribed and analyzed using Colaizzi's thematic analysis approach. Results reveal that hygge practices influenced individuals' aesthetics, attitudes, and activities, deeply impacting the physical and emotional experience of living with CF. Incorporating hygge into CF care may improve psychological well-being and quality of life for members of this community.
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- Leslie N Pitts
- School of Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- School of Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- School of Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
- School of Nursing, Boise State University, Boise, ID, USA
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- School of Nursing, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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Moreno-Galdó A, Regné-Alegret MC, Aceituno-López MA, Camprodón-Gómez M, Martí-Beltran S, Lara-Fernández R, Del-Toro-Riera M. Implementation of programmes for the transition of adolescents to adult care. An Pediatr (Barc) 2023; 99:422-430. [PMID: 38016858 DOI: 10.1016/j.anpede.2023.09.014] [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: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023] Open
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Up to 15-20% of adolescents have a chronic health problem. Adolescence is a period of particular risk for the development or progression of chronic diseases for both individuals with more prevalent conditions and those affected by rare diseases. The transition from paediatric to adult care begins with preparing and training the paediatric patient, accustomed to supervised care, to assume responsibility for their self-care in an adult care setting. The transition takes place when the young person is transferred to adult care and discharged from paediatric care services. It is only complete when the youth is integrated and functioning competently within the adult care system. Adult care providers play a crucial role in welcoming and integrating young adults. A care transition programme can involve transitions of varying complexity, ranging from those required for common and known diseases such as asthma, whose management is more straightforward, to rare complex disorders requiring highly specialized personnel. The transition requires teamwork with the participation of numerous professionals: paediatricians and adult care physicians, nurses, clinical psychologists, health social workers, the pharmacy team and administrative staff. It is essential to involve adolescents in decision-making and for parents to let them take over gradually. A well-structured transition programme can improve health outcomes, patient experience, the use of health care resources and health care costs.
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- Antonio Moreno-Galdó
- Servicio de Pediatría, Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain; CIBER de Enfermedades Raras (CIBERER), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain.
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- Unidad de Apoyo a la Transición. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Barcelona, Spain; Grupo de Investigación Multidisciplinar de Enfermería, Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), Vall d'Hebron Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- Grupo de Investigación Multidisciplinar de Enfermería, Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), Vall d'Hebron Hospital, Barcelona, Spain; Dirección de Enfermería. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Unidad de Metabolopatías Hereditarias. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Servicio de Neumología. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain; CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias (CIBERES), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain
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- Dirección de Enfermería. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- CIBER de Enfermedades Raras (CIBERER), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain; Sección de Neurología Pediátrica. Unidad de Metabolopatías Hereditarias. Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari, Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus, Barcelona, Spain
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Ladores S, Woods BM, Pitts LN, Belay D, Washington L, Bray LA. The Lived Experience of African American Persons with Cystic Fibrosis. Creat Nurs 2023; 29:374-382. [PMID: 37990506 DOI: 10.1177/10784535231216461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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Background: Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a rare genetic disease affecting approximately 30,000 people in the United States (US). African American persons with CF are even rarer, comprising approximately 5% of this population. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experiences of African American persons with CF to identify potential disparities in health care. Methods: Descriptive phenomenology was used to explore lived experiences of African American persons with CF over age 18 recruited from CF Foundation-accredited Centers in the US, CF-specific social media, and via snowball sampling. Study data was obtained through telephone interviews that were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using Colaizzi's method of thematic analysis. Results: Six men and six women (ages 23-45) completed the study. Interviews revealed three themes: (1) Accepting a Diagnosis of CF; (2) Desiring a Normal Life while Living with an Invisible Disease; and 3) A Slippery Slope of Subtle Racism. Each theme had 2-3 subthemes. Conclusions: It is critical to explore the unique challenges faced by African American persons with CF in order to develop interventions that improve their daily lives and create better futures. Implications for Practice: Findings highlight the unique challenges faced by underrepresented groups with CF and the need to address health inequities to improve care delivery.
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- Sigrid Ladores
- School of Nursing, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Capstone College of Nursing, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
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Lord L, Hew M, Leung MT, Morton JI, Ilomaki J. Medication use in people with cystic fibrosis before and after modulator therapy. Pulm Pharmacol Ther 2023; 83:102264. [PMID: 39491231 DOI: 10.1016/j.pupt.2023.102264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2023] [Revised: 10/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Long-term changes in medication dispensings post cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulator initiation have not been described. Our study aimed to investigate changes in medication use following the initiation of modulator therapy in people with cystic fibrosis (PwCF) in Australia. METHODS Using a 10% sample of the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) data between 2013 and 2022, linear regression was used to analyse dispensings in PwCF who initiated any modulator (cases) and matched PwCF controls not dispensed a modulator. The difference in mean number of total monthly dispensings pre- and post-modulator initiation was analysed, with separate analyses by medication class. RESULTS A total of 247 cases were matched 1:1 to controls (case and control median age 21 years (IQR: 13-32), 55.1% male). Immediately after modulator initiation, the mean number of dispensings was 0.9 higher in the modulator group, but then decreased to the level of controls after approximately 5 years. After 7.5 years, cases had decreased opioids compared to the pre-modulator period (β-coefficient: -0.00131, 95% CI: -0.00164, -0.00097) whilst controls did not (β: -0.00014, 95% CI: -0.00042, 0.00014). Over the same time period controls had an increase in psychotropics (β: 0.00389, 95% CI:0.00295, 0.00484) whilst cases remained stable (β: -0.00014, 95% CI: -0.0006, 0.00031). Women's health medications increased in cases (β:0.00026, 95% CI:0.0001, 0.00042) but decreased in controls (β: 0.00044, 95% CI: 0.00063, -0.00025). CONCLUSIONS Modulator initiation in PwCF was associated with decreased dispensings of opioids and psychotropics, and increased dispensings of women's health medications, suggesting improved patient outcomes across multiple clinical domains.
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- Louise Lord
- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia.
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- Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology Service, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia
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- Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, 381 Royal Parade, Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia; School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Gonzalez NA, Dayo SM, Fatima U, Sheikh A, Puvvada CS, Soomro FH, Osman HA, Haridi M, Khan S. A Systematic Review of Cystic Fibrosis in Children: Can Non-Medical Therapy Options Lead to a Better Mental Health Outcome? Cureus 2023; 15:e37218. [PMID: 37159780 PMCID: PMC10163933 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.37218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/11/2023] Open
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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a chronic disorder that begins at an early age, so it is crucial to be aware of the physical and emotional burden placed on individuals suffering from it and their families. It significantly impacts an individual's life; therefore, it is essential to acknowledge the effects of the disease on physical and mental health. Our systematic review aims to highlight the areas of life affected by cystic fibrosis and evaluate various non-medical treatment options that may support the mental health of CF patients. We selected PubMed, Google Scholar, and MEDLINE (Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online) as our databases. We initially found 146,095 articles and narrowed the number of articles down using filters, exclusion and inclusion criteria, and various combinations of Medical Subheadings (MeSH) and key terms. We decided to use a final count of nine articles for our systematic review. The studies we included highlighted the negative impact of cystic fibrosis on mental health, like depression and anxiety, as well as on sleep, physical health, and overall quality of life. Several non-medical interventions, such as logotherapy, psychological interventions, complementary and alternative medicine, and many more, have been shown to enhance the mental health of many participants. Studies suggested that such therapy options may greatly benefit individuals with cystic fibrosis and their current treatment plan. This review indicates that non-medical therapy options can enhance the mental health of individuals suffering from cystic fibrosis and that it is crucial to bring more attention to preventing and treating mental health issues in cystic fibrosis patients. However, as current data is limited, more research with a larger number of participants over an extended period of time is necessary to better evaluate the efficacy of non-medical interventions on mental health.
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- Natalie A Gonzalez
- Pediatrics, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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- Public Health Sciences, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, PAK
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
- Internal Medicine, Era's Lucknow Medical College and Hospital, Lucknow, IND
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- General Surgery, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
- General Surgery, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Institute of Health Care and Medical Technology, Visakhapatnam, IND
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- General Surgery, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
- General Surgery, Ninewells Hospital, NHS Tayside, Dundee, GBR
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- Pediatrics, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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- Medical Education, Saint Martinus University, Willemstad, CUW
- Research, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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- Internal Medicine, California Institute of Behavioral Neurosciences & Psychology, Fairfield, USA
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Humaj-Grysztar M, Rachel M, Śmiech-Michalec O, Bonior J. Mental Health of Cystic Fibrosis Patients and the COVID-19 Pandemic in Poland: A Single-Center Comparative Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph192316056. [PMID: 36498128 PMCID: PMC9736216 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192316056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Research shows that people with cystic fibrosis are more prone to suffer from psychological problems than healthy people; thus, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in Poland could have had an impact on their mental health. To assess this impact, we examined the mental health of patients before and during the pandemic. Survey participants were asked to fill in questionnaires that consisted of Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), 12-Item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) and Cystic Fibrosis Questionnaire-Revised (CFQ-R; for the purpose of the study, an emotional functioning domain was used) during their hospital visits. A total of 81 patients took part in the study: 39 before the COVID-19 pandemic (BP) and 42 during the COVID-19 pandemic (DP). Patients' medians were lower for the BDI, GHQ-12 and higher for the emotional domain of CFQ-R during the pandemic (3, 6, 75 vs. 4, 10, 73.33). Fewer patients felt that their mental health had deteriorated during the pandemic (Δχ2 = 7.723; p = 0.005), and GHQ-12 scores were lower in the DP group (Z = -3.044; p = 0.002). No significant differences were found between groups in terms of experiencing depressive symptoms (Δχ2 = 1.036; p = 0.309). It was found that patients with cystic fibrosis from our study group not only maintained but also improved their mental health state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Magdalena Humaj-Grysztar
- Laboratory of Fundamentals in Midwifery Care, Institute of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 31-501 Cracow, Poland
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- Institue of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszow University, 35-310 Rzeszow, Poland
- Allergology Outpatient Department, Provincial Hospital No. 2, Lwowska 60, 35-301 Rzeszow, Poland
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- Department of Medical Physiology, Chair of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 31-126 Cracow, Poland
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- Department of Medical Physiology, Chair of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 31-126 Cracow, Poland
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