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Holmer AK, Hudesman D. Positioning Crohn's Disease Therapies in the Era of Small Molecules and Combination Therapies. Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2024; 26:263-272. [PMID: 38970743 DOI: 10.1007/s11894-024-00937-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Ariela K Holmer
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Division of Gastroenterology, NYU Langone Health, 240 East 38Th Street, 23Rd Floor, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Division of Gastroenterology, NYU Langone Health, 240 East 38Th Street, 23Rd Floor, New York, NY, 10016, USA.
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Na JE, Park YE, Park J, Kim TO, Lee JH, Park SB, Kim S, Lee SB. Comparative real-world outcomes between ustekinumab, infliximab, and adalimumab in bio-naïve and bio-experienced Crohn's disease patients: a retrospective multicenter study. BMC Gastroenterol 2024; 24:306. [PMID: 39261766 PMCID: PMC11389048 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-024-03403-8] [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: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 09/04/2024] [Indexed: 09/13/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Numerous studies have compared the efficacy of ustekinumab (UST) and anti-TNF agents [infliximab (IFX) or adalimumab(ADA)] in moderate to severe Crohn's disease (CD) patients. This study aims to compare the efficacy of UST, IFX, and ADA while differentiating between bio-naïve and bio-experienced patients, which is an underexplored aspect, particularly in Asia. METHODS We conducted a retrospective multi-center study from 2012 to 2023, categorizing patients into bio-naïve and bio-experienced groups. We evaluated clinical remission rates after induction therapy and clinical outcomes, including CD-related hospitalization, intestinal resection, and drug discontinuation during maintenance therapy. RESULTS Among the 214 bio-naïve CD patients, 60 received UST, 108 received IFX, and 46 received ADA. After 1:1 propensity score matching between UST and anti-TNF agents groups, 59 patients were analyzed in each group (45 in the IFX group and 14 in the ADA group). We found no significant differences in clinical remission rates (P = 0.071), CD-related hospitalization (P = 0.800), intestinal resection (P = 0.390), or drug discontinuation (P = 0.052) between the UST, IFX, and ADA groups in bio-naïve CD patients. In bio-experienced CD patients, with 35 in the UST group and 13 in the anti-TNF agents group, the UST group showed a lower risk of drug discontinuation (P = 0.004) than the anti-TNF agents group. CONCLUSIONS This study suggests that UST, IFX, and ADA are equally effective in bio-naïve CD patients, while in bio-experienced patients, mostly with previous exposure to anti-TNF agents, UST may offer superior drug durability.
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- Ji Eun Na
- Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, South Korea.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Pusan National University School of Medicine and Research Institute for Convergence of Biomedical Science and Technology, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Yangsan, South Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ulsan University Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan, South Korea
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Faggiani I, D’Amico F, Furfaro F, Zilli A, Parigi TL, Cicerone C, Fiorino G, Peyrin-Biroulet L, Danese S, Allocca M. Small Bowel Cancer in Crohn's Disease. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:2901. [PMID: 39199671 PMCID: PMC11352503 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16162901] [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: 07/24/2024] [Revised: 08/16/2024] [Accepted: 08/18/2024] [Indexed: 09/01/2024] Open
Abstract
Crohn's disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that frequently affects the small bowel. Individuals diagnosed with CD are at increased risk of developing bowel cancer compared to the general population. Small bowel cancer is a rare but significant CD complication. Adenocarcinoma represents the most prevalent of these neoplasms, followed by neuroendocrine tumors and sarcomas. The primary risk factors identified are being of the male sex, disease duration, previous surgical intervention, perianal disease, and chronic inflammation. The precise etiology remains unclear. Another crucial issue concerns the role of immunomodulators and advanced therapies. By inhibiting inflammation, these therapies can reduce the risk of cancer, which is often initiated by the inflammation-dysplasia-adenocarcinoma sequence. In accordance with the most recent guidelines, it is not necessary to conduct surveillance in patients with small bowel cancer among CD patients, as it is considered a rare disease. Nevertheless, it is of significant importance for gastroenterologists to be aware of this potential CD complication, as well as the patients who are most at risk of developing it. The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of CD-SBC, focusing on epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, risk factors, diagnosis, and the role of advanced therapies in CD-SBC.
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- Ilaria Faggiani
- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- IBD Unit, Department of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, San Camillo-Forlanini Hospital, 00152 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France;
- INSERM, NGERE, University of Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
- INFINY Institute, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- FHU-CURE, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- Groupe Hospitalier Privè Ambroise Parè-Hartmann, Paris IBD Center, F-92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, QC H4A 3J1, Canada
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (I.F.); (F.D.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (C.C.); (S.D.)
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Pujol-Muncunill G, Navas-López VM, Ledder O, Cohen S, Lekar M, Turner D, Kolho KL, Levine A, Croft NM, Bronsky J, Shouval DS, Assa A, Harris R, Kiparissi F, Aloi M, Afzal NA, Tzivinikos C, Barrio J, Norden C, Vega MJB, Buderus S, de Valderrama AF, de Ridder L, García-Romero R, Medina E, Sánchez C, Velasco M, Vicente S, Wilson DC, Naik S, Hradsky O, Cococcioni L, Martin-de-Carpi J. STEP-CD study: ustekinumab use in paediatric Crohn's disease-a multicentre retrospective study from paediatric IBD Porto group of ESPGHAN. Eur J Pediatr 2024; 183:3253-3262. [PMID: 38700692 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-024-05588-2] [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: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
Abstract
Ustekinumab is an effective therapy for adult Crohn's disease (CD), but data in paediatric CD patients are scarce. The aim of the study was to describe the real-life effectiveness and safety of ustekinumab in paediatric CD. This is a multicentre review of children with Crohn's disease treated with ustekinumab. The aim of our study was to describe the effectiveness and safety of ustekinumab in paediatric real-life practice. This is a study of the Paediatric IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) Porto group of ESPGHAN. Corticosteroid (CS)- and exclusive enteral nutrition (EEN)-free remission, defined as weighted Paediatric Crohn's Disease Activity Index (wPCDAI) < 12.5, and physician global assessment (PGA) were determined at weeks 12 and 52. A total of 101 children were included at a median age of 15.4 years (IQR 12.7-17.2) with a median follow-up of 7.4 months (IQR 5.6-11.8). Ninety-nine percent had received prior anti-TNF, 63% ≥ 2 anti-TNFα therapies and 22% vedolizumab. Baseline median wPCDAI was 39 (IQR 25-57.5) (71 (70%) patients with moderate-severe activity). Weeks 12 and 52 CS- and EEN-free remission were both 40.5%. Clinical response at week 6, iv induction route and older age at onset of ustekinumab treatment were predictive factors associated with clinical remission at week 12. Seven minor adverse events probably related to ustekinumab were reported. One patient died from an unrelated cause. Conclusion: Our results suggest that ustekinumab is effective and safe in children with chronically active or refractory CD. What is Known: • Ustekinumab is an effective therapy for adult moderate to severe Crohn's disease (CD). • Off-label use of ustekinumab in children is increasing especially in anti-TNF refractory CD. What is New: • Is the largest cohort of real-world use of ustekinumab in paediatric CD to date. • Clinical response at week 6, iv induction and older age at onset of ustekinumab were predictive factors associated with clinical response at week 12.
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Hospital Regional Universitario de Málaga, Málaga, Spain.
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Children's Hospital Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki and Children's Hospital, University of Helsinki and HUS, Helsinki, Finland
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- The Royal London Children's Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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- University Hospital Motol, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Shaare Zedek Medical Center, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Hospital Universitario de Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
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- Erasmus Medical Center Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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- Child Life and Health, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- The Royal London Children's Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK
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Ren H, Kang J, Wang J, Su J, Zou L, Yin A, Li J, Zhou Q, Wang W, Tang Z, Zhang J, Lu Y, Yang Y, Qiu C, Ding Y, Dong W, An P. Efficacy of Ustekinumab Optimization by 2 Initial Intravenous Doses in Adult Patients With Severe Crohn's Disease. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2024; 30:1295-1302. [PMID: 37619248 DOI: 10.1093/ibd/izad184] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Although increasing studies have reported that dose escalation can improve treatment response to ustekinumab in patients with Crohn's disease (CD), their strategies mainly focus on maintenance regimen. Evidence of ustekinumab dose escalation in induction regimen, particularly in severe CD, remains limited. This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of intravenous ustekinumab with 2 initial doses in patients with severely active CD. METHODS A retrospective observational study of 99 adult patients with severe CD treated with ustekinumab from 3 IBD centers included 48 patients with standard and 51 with optimized induction treatment. Clinical outcomes, inflammatory biomarkers including fecal calprotectin (FC) normalization, and endoscopic outcomes were evaluated at weeks 16 and 48. Adverse events and treatment decisions after initial induction were also collected. RESULTS Compared with the standard group, 2 initial intravenous injections of ustekinumab achieved higher clinical response (92.2%, 47 of 51, P = .656), clinical remission (88.2%, 45 of 51, P = .221), endoscopic response (75.8%, 25 of 33, P = .125), and FC normalization (70.6%, 36 of 51, P = .138) at week 16. The mucosal healing rate at week 16 (63.6%, P = .022) was statistically higher in the optimization group. At week 48, patients with optimized treatment achieved higher clinical response (80.4%, 41 of 51, P = .003), clinical remission (70.6%, 36 of 51, P = .007), FC normalization (66.7%, 34 of 51, P = .031), endoscopic response (72.7%, 24 of 33, P = .006), and mucosal healing (57.6%, 19 of 33, P = .004). At the last follow-up, 82.4% of optimally treated patients adhered to continued treatment with ustekinumab (P < .001). CONCLUSIONS Optimization of ustekinumab by 2 initial intravenous inductions is more effective than standard therapy for adult patients with severe CD.
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- Haixia Ren
- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Pathology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang 441021, Hubei Province, China
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- Sports Rehabilitation, College of Sport Medicine, Wuhan Sports University, Wuhan 430079, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Wuhan NO.9 Hospital, NO.20 Jilin Street, Qingshan District, Wuhan 430080, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Hospital of Yangtze University, Jingzhou 434000, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Yichang Central People's Hospital, Institute of Digestive Disease China Three Gorges University, Yichang 443000, Hubei Province, China
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- Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Chengdu 610031, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, 99 Zhangzhidong Road, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Key Laboratory of Hubei Province for Digestive System Disease, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
- Hubei Provincial Clinical Research Center for Digestive Disease Minimally Invasive Incision, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
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Turner D, Rosh JR, Cohen SA, Griffiths AM, Hyams JS, Kierkuś J, Adedokun OJ, Strauss R, Kim L, Volger S. Ustekinumab in paediatric patients with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease: UniStar study long-term extension results. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2024; 79:315-324. [PMID: 38801079 DOI: 10.1002/jpn3.12252] [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: 02/15/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To assess the efficacy, safety, immunogenicity, and pharmacokinetics through 240 weeks of ustekinumab treatment in paediatric patients from the long-term extension (LTE) of the phase 1, double-blind UniStar trial. METHODS Paediatric patients with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (CD) were randomised 1:1 and stratified by body weight (<40 or ≥40 kg) to low- or high-dose intravenous ustekinumab followed by a subcutaneous maintenance dose at Week 8. At Week 16, patients were eligible to enter the LTE at the discretion of the investigator and continued maintenance dosing every 8 weeks up to Week 240. RESULTS Of the 34 patients who entered the LTE, 25 patients with evaluable data completed Week 48, and 41.2% (14/34) achieved clinical remission at Week 48. Among the 24 patients with Week-0 C-reactive protein (CRP) levels ≥3 mg/L, 29.2% (7/24) achieved normalisation of CRP at Week 48, while imputing missing data as failures. Through Week 240, the most common adverse events were infections (n = 28) and gastrointestinal disorders (n = 26). The most common serious adverse event was worsening of CD (n = 6). Only one patient had detectable antibodies to ustekinumab. Median serum ustekinumab concentrations remained consistent through Week 48, were detectable through Week 224, and trended lower in patients <40 kg. CONCLUSIONS Efficacy and pharmacokinetics through 1 year and safety and immunogenicity through 4 years of ustekinumab treatment in paediatric patients with CD were generally comparable to those previously reported in adults.
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- Dan Turner
- The Juliet Keidan Institute of Paediatirc Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology, The Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Lake Success, New York, USA
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Hartford, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Feeding Disorders and Paediatrics, Children's Memorial Health Institute, Warsaw, Poland
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- Clinical Pharmacology, Janssen Research & Development, LLC, Spring House, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Immunology, Janssen Research & Development, LLC, Horsham, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Biostatistics, Janssen Research & Development, LLC, Spring House, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Immunology, Janssen Research & Development, LLC, Spring House, Pennsylvania, USA
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Zhang S, Li G, Qian K, Zou Y, Zheng X, Ai H, Lin F, Lei C, Hu S. Exosomes derived from cancer cells relieve inflammatory bowel disease in mice. J Drug Target 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38958251 DOI: 10.1080/1061186x.2024.2369876] [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: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
Abstract
Exosome therapy has garnered significant attention due to its natural delivery capabilities, low toxicity, high biocompatibility, and potential for personalised treatment through engineering modifications. Recent studies have highlighted the ability of tumour cell-derived exosomes (TDEs) to interact with immune cells or modify the immune microenvironment to suppress host immune responses, as well as their unique homing ability to parental cells. The core question of this study is whether this immunomodulatory property of TDEs can be utilised for the immunotherapy of inflammatory diseases. In our experiments, we prepared exosomes derived from murine colon cancer cells CT26 (CT26 exo) using ultracentrifugation, characterised them, and conducted proteomic analysis. The therapeutic potential of CT26 exo was evaluated in our dextran sulphate sodium salt (DSS)-induced inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) mouse model. Compared to the control and 293 T exo treatment groups, mice treated with CT26 exo showed a reduction in the disease activity index (DAI) and colon shortening rate, with no noticeable weight loss. Haematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining of colon paraffin sections revealed reduced inflammatory infiltration and increased epithelial goblet cells in the colons of CT26 exo-treated group. Furthermore, we conducted preliminary mechanistic explorations by examining the phenotyping and function of CD4+ T cells and dendritic cells (DCs) in the colonic lamina propria of mice. The results indicated that the ameliorative effect of CT26 exosomes might be due to their inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokine secretion by colonic DCs and selective suppression of Th17 cell differentiation in the colon. Additionally, CT26 exo exhibited good biosafety. Our findings propose a novel exosome-based therapeutic approach for IBD and suggest the potential application of TDEs in the treatment of inflammatory diseases.
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- Shuyi Zhang
- Department of Biophysics, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biophysics, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
- School of Gongli Hospital Medical Technology, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
- School of Gongli Hospital Medical Technology, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biophysics, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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Barkai LJ, Gonczi L, Balogh F, Angyal D, Farkas K, Farkas B, Molnar T, Szamosi T, Schafer E, Golovics PA, Juhasz M, Patai A, Vincze A, Sarlos P, Farkas A, Dubravcsik Z, Toth TG, Szekely H, Miheller P, Lakatos PL, Ilias A. Efficacy, drug sustainability, and safety of ustekinumab treatment in Crohn's disease patients over three years. Sci Rep 2024; 14:14909. [PMID: 38942890 PMCID: PMC11213936 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-65987-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/30/2024] Open
Abstract
Long-term data on ustekinumab in real-life Crohn's disease patients are still missing, though randomized controlled trials demonstrated it as a favorable therapeutic option. We aimed to evaluate ustekinumab's clinical efficacy, drug sustainability, and safety in a prospective, nationwide, multicenter Crohn's disease patient cohort with a three-year follow-up. Crohn's disease patients on ustekinumab treatment were consecutively enrolled from 9 Hungarian Inflammatory Bowel Disease centers between January 2019 and May 2020. Patient and disease characteristics, treatment history, clinical disease activity (Harvey Bradshaw Index (HBI)), biomarkers, and endoscopic activity (Simple Endoscopic Score for Crohn's Disease (SES-CD)) were collected for three-years' time. A total of 148 patients were included with an overall 48.9% of complex behavior of the Crohn's disease and 97.2% of previous anti-TNF exposure. The pre-induction remission rates were 12.2% (HBI), and 5.1% (SES-CD). Clinical remission rates (HBI) were 52.2%, 55.6%, and 50.9%, whereas criteria of an endoscopic remission were fulfilled in 14.3%, 27.5%, and 35.3% of the subjects at the end of the first, second, and third year, respectively. Dose intensification was high with 84.0% of the patients on an 8-weekly and 29.9% on a 4-weekly regimen at the end of year 3. Drug sustainability was 76.9% during the follow-up period with no serious adverse events observed. Ustekinumab in the long-term is an effective, sustainable, and safe therapeutic option for Crohn's disease patients with severe disease phenotype and high previous anti-TNF biological failure, requiring frequent dose intensifications.
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- Laszlo J Barkai
- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary.
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Medicine, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
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- Department of Medicine, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Medical Centre, Hungarian Defence Forces, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Medical Centre, Hungarian Defence Forces, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Medical Centre, Hungarian Defence Forces, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Medicine, St. Margit Hospital, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Medicine and Gastroenterology, Markusovszky Hospital, Szombathely, Hungary
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- First Department of Medicine, Medical School, University of Pecs, Pecs, Hungary
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- First Department of Medicine, Medical School, University of Pecs, Pecs, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Bács-Kiskun County Hospital, Kecskemet, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Bács-Kiskun County Hospital, Kecskemet, Hungary
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- Department of Gastroenterology, St. Janos Hospital, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Surgery, Transplantation and Gastroenterology, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Surgery, Transplantation and Gastroenterology, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary
- Montreal General Hospital, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, Canada
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Semmelweis University, Koranyi Sandor Utca 2A, 1083, Budapest, Hungary
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Gordon H, Minozzi S, Kopylov U, Verstockt B, Chaparro M, Buskens C, Warusavitarne J, Agrawal M, Allocca M, Atreya R, Battat R, Bettenworth D, Bislenghi G, Brown SR, Burisch J, Casanova MJ, Czuber-Dochan W, de Groof J, El-Hussuna A, Ellul P, Fidalgo C, Fiorino G, Gisbert JP, Sabino JG, Hanzel J, Holubar S, Iacucci M, Iqbal N, Kapizioni C, Karmiris K, Kobayashi T, Kotze PG, Luglio G, Maaser C, Moran G, Noor N, Papamichael K, Peros G, Reenaers C, Sica G, Sigall-Boneh R, Vavricka SR, Yanai H, Myrelid P, Adamina M, Raine T. ECCO Guidelines on Therapeutics in Crohn's Disease: Medical Treatment. J Crohns Colitis 2024:jjae091. [PMID: 38877997 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjae091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024]
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- Hannah Gordon
- Translational Gastroenterology and Liver Unit, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Regional Health Service, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan, Israel
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- Department Gastroenterology & Hepatology, University Hospitals Leuven, KU Leuven and Dpt. Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Gastroenterology Department. Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-Princesa), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBEREHD), Madrid; Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location VUMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- The Dr. Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
- Center for Molecular Prediction of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (PREDICT), Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- IRCCS Hospital San Raffaele and University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, Milan, Italy
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- First Department of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- CED Schwerpunktpraxis, Münster and Medical Faculty of the University of Münster, Münster, NRW, Germany
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- Gastrounit, Medical Division, Copenhagen University Hospital - Amager and Hvidovre, Hvidovre; Copenhagen Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Children, Adolescents and Adults, Copenhagen University Hospital - Amager and Hvidovre, Hvidovre, Denmark
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- Gastroenterology Department. Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-Princesa), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBEREHD), Madrid. Spain
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- Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing- Midwifery and Palliative Care, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Colorectal Surgery, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, UK
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- OpenSourceResearch Organization (OSRC.Network), Aalborg, Denmark
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Mater Dei Hospital, Malta
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Loures, Portugal
- Division of Gastroenterology, Hospital da Luz, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department. Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-Princesa), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBEREHD), Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana; Chair of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Department of Colon & Rectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- APC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College of Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Surgery, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Worcester, UK
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- Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Health Sciences Postgraduate Program, Pontificia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Outpatients Department of Gastroenterology, University Teaching Hospital Lueneburg, Germany
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- National Institute of Health Research Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, University of Nottingham and Nottingham University Hospitals, Nottingham
- Translational Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham. NG7 2UH. United Kingdom
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- Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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- Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Division of Gastroenterology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Winterthur, Winterthur, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Università Tor Vergata, Roma, Italy
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- Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Unit, The E. Wolfson Medical Center, Holon, Israel
- Tytgat Institute for Liver and Intestinal Research, Amsterdam Gastroenterology Endocrinology and Metabolism, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland
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- IBD Center, Division of Gastroenterology, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva; Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv; Israel
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- Department of Surgery and Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital of Fribourg & Faculty of Science and Medicine, University of Fribourg, Fribourg, Switzerland
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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Sanz Segura P, Gomollón F, Casas D, Iborra M, Vela M, Fernández-Clotet A, Muñoz R, García de la Filia I, García Prada M, Ferrer Rosique JÁ, García MJ, de Francisco R, Arias L, Barrio J, Guerra I, Ponferrada Á, Gisbert JP, Carrillo-Palau M, Calvet X, Márquez-Mosquera L, Gros B, Cañete F, Monfort D, Madrigal Domínguez RE, Roncero Ó, Laredo V, Montoro M, Muñoz C, López-Cauce B, Lorente R, Fuentes Coronel A, Vega P, Martín D, Peña E, Varela P, Olivares S, Pajares R, Lucendo AJ, Sesé E, Botella Mateu B, Nos P, Domènech E, García-López S. Psoriasis induced by antiTNF therapy in inflammatory bowel disease: Therapeutic management and evolution of both diseases in a nationwide cohort study. Dig Liver Dis 2024:S1590-8658(24)00779-5. [PMID: 38876834 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2024.05.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/16/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND some patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treated with antiTNF develop drug-induced psoriasis (antiTNF-IP). Several therapeutic strategies are possible. AIMS to assess the management of antiTNF-IP in IBD, and its impact in both diseases. METHODS patients with antiTNF-IP from ENEIDA registry were included. Therapeutic strategy was classified as continuing the same antiTNF, stopping antiTNF, switch to another antiTNF or swap to a non-antiTNF biologic. IP severity and IBD activity were assessed at baseline and 16, 32 and 54 weeks. RESULTS 234 patients were included. At baseline, antiTNF-IP was moderate-severe in 60 % of them, and IBD was in remission in 80 %. Therapeutic strategy was associated to antiTNF-IP severity (p < 0.001). AntiTNF-IP improved at week 54 with all strategies, but continuing with the same antiTNF showed the worst results (p = 0.042). Among patients with IBD in remission, relapse was higher in those who stopped antiTNF (p = 0.025). In multivariate analysis, stopping antiTNF, trunk and palms and soles location were associated with antiTNF-IP remission; female sex and previous surgery in Crohn´s disease with IBD relapse. CONCLUSION skin lesions severity and IBD activity seem to determine antiTNF-IP management. Continuing antiTNF in mild antiTNF-IP, and swap to ustekinumab or switch to another antiTNF in moderate-severe cases, are suitable strategies.
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain; Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (ISS) Aragón, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (ISS) Aragón, Zaragoza, Spain; Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario La Fe, Valencia, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Ntra. Sra. de Candelaria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona. Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBERehd). Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General Universitario Dr. Balmis, Alicante, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Complejo Asistencial Universitario de León, Spain
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, IDIVAL, Santander, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias, and Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria del Principado de Asturias (ISPA), Oviedo, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de Burgos, Burgos, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Río Hortega. Gerencia Regional de Salud de Castilla y León (SACYL). Valladolid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Infanta Leonor, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Princesa (IIS-Princesa), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM), and Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBERehd), Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de Canarias, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
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- Servei d'Aparell Digestiu. Parc Taulí, Hospital Universitari. Institutd'Investigació i Innovació Parc Taulí(I3PT-CERCA). Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Sabadell, Spain. Centro de Investigación Biomédica En Red de enfermedades hepáticas y digestivas (CIBERehd). Instituto de Salud Carlos III. Madrid, Spain
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- Servei de Digestiu, Hospital del Mar, Barcelona, Spain; IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute), Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Reina Sofía, Córdoba, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitari Germans Trials i Pujol and CIBERehd, Badalona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General La Mancha Centro, Ciudad Real, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital San Jorge, Huesca, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital de Basurto, Bilbao, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General de Ciudad Real, Ciudad Real, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Virgen de La Concha, Complejo Asistencial de Zamora, Zamora, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Ourense, Ourense, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Royo Villanova, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de Cabueñes, Gijón, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Infanta Sofía, San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General de Tomelloso, IIS-IP, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Castilla-La Mancha (IDISCAM) and CIBEREHD Ciudad Real, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Arnau de Vilanova de Lleida, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Infanta Cristina, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario La Fe, Valencia, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitari Germans Trials i Pujol and CIBERehd, Badalona, Barcelona, Spain
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Bessissow T, Narula N, Ma C, In TSH, Pone E, Eberg M, Jairath V. Healthcare resource utilization following ustekinumab initiation among bio-naïve Canadian patients with moderately-to-severely active Crohn's disease. Dig Liver Dis 2024:S1590-8658(24)00718-7. [PMID: 38821813 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2024.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Real-world healthcare resource utilization (HCRU) of bio-naïve patients with Crohn's disease (CD) receiving ustekinumab was assessed. METHODS A multicentre, retrospective chart review study of bio-naïve Canadian adult patients with moderately-to-severely active CD treated with ustekinumab was conducted. CD-related HCRU (i.e., surgery, hospitalization, or emergency room [ER] visits) was evaluated at Months 4, 6, and 12 post-ustekinumab initiation, and associated costs were sourced from a provincial database. Proportion of patients with HCRU events and ustekinumab persistence were summarized at each timepoint. Paired analysis compared HCRU events and associated costs incurred by the same patient whilst in remission vs. when not in remission. RESULTS By Month 12, 11.1 % (17/153) of patients had record(s) of any CD-related HCRU event, with ER visits being the most common (7.7 %; 12/155). Hospitalization had the highest average cost (CAD $436.10; SD $2,089.25) across all patients, accounting for 82.2 % of the mean total annual cost/patient (CAD $530.47; SD $2,229.92). While in remission, ≤5 % of patients experienced some healthcare encounter, compared with 7 % when not in remission (P = 0.289). Finally, 93.5 % of patients persisted on ustekinumab at Month 12. CONCLUSIONS HCRU rates and associated total annual costs were lower for bio-naïve CD patients receiving ustekinumab, and when patients were in remission. Most patients continued with ustekinumab at Month 12.
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- Talat Bessissow
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada.
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- IQVIA Solutions Canada Inc., Kirkland, QC, Canada
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Xu Y, Wang S, Ye Z, Zhang H. Identifying hub genes in response to ustekinumab and the impact of ustekinumab treatment on fibrosis in Crohn's disease. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1401733. [PMID: 38840917 PMCID: PMC11150586 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1401733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024] Open
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Introduction Crohn's disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory disease. Approximately 50% of patients with CD progressed from inflammation to fibrosis. Currently, there are no effective drugs for treating intestinal fibrosis. Biologic therapies for CD such as ustekinumab have benefited patients; however, up to 30% of patients with CD have no response to initial treatment, and the effect of ustekinumab on intestinal fibrosis is still uncertain. Therefore, it is of great significance to explore the predictive factors of ustekinumab treatment response and the effect of ustekinumab on intestinal fibrosis. Materials and methods Public datasets-GSE207465 (blood samples) and GSE112366 and GSE207022 (intestinal samples)-were downloaded and analyzed individually (unmerged) based on the treatment response. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified by the "limma" R package and changes in immune cell infiltration were determined by the "CIBERSORT" R package in both blood and intestinal samples at week 0 (before treatment). To find predictive factors of ustekinumab treatment response, the weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) R package was used to identify hub genes in GSE112366. Hub genes were then verified in GSE207022, and a prediction model was built by random forest algorithm. Furthermore, fibrosis-related gene changes were analyzed in ileal samples before and after treatment with ustekinumab. Results (1) Our analysis found that MUC1, DUOX2, LCN2, and PDZK1IP1 were hub genes in GSE112366. GSE207022 revealed that MUC1 (AUC:0.761), LCN2 (AUC:0.79), and PDZK1IP1 (AUC:0.731) were also lower in the response group. Moreover, the random forest model was shown to have strong predictive capabilities in identifying responders (AUC = 0.875). To explore the relationship between intestinal tissue and blood, we found that ITGA4 had lower expression in the intestinal and blood samples of responders. The expression of IL18R1 is also lower in responders' intestines. IL18, the ligand of IL18R1, was also found to have lower expression in the blood samples from responders vs. non-responders. (2) GSE112366 revealed a significant decrease in fibrosis-related module genes (COL4A1, TUBB6, IFITM2, SERPING1, DRAM1, NAMPT, MMP1, ZEB2, ICAM1, PFKFB3, and ACTA2) and fibrosis-related pathways (ECM-receptor interaction and PI3K-AKT pathways) after ustekinumab treatment. Conclusion MUC1, LCN2, and PDZK1IP1 were identified as hub genes in intestinal samples, with lower expression indicating a positive prediction of ustekinumab treatment response. Moreover, ITGA4 and IL18/IL18R1 may be involved in the treatment response in blood and intestinal samples. Finally, ustekinumab treatment was shown to significantly alter fibrotic genes and pathways.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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Steinberg JM, Chowdhury R, Sharma S, Charabaty A. Biologics, small molecule therapies and surgery in small bowel Crohn's disease. Curr Opin Gastroenterol 2024; 40:203-208. [PMID: 38294885 DOI: 10.1097/mog.0000000000001006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The terminal ileum and small bowel (SB) are involved in 30-45% of patients with Crohn's disease, while 20% have both small and large bowel involvement. Ileal Crohn's is associated with higher risk of progression to stricturing and penetrating disease 1 , hence it's imperative to utilize effective therapies to induce and maintain clinical and endoscopic remission and prevent intestinal complications. We review the available data of biologics and upadacitinib in small bowel disease, and the emerging data on the role of surgery as first line therapy for isolated Crohn's ileitis. RECENT FINDINGS Most trials assessing drug efficacy do not report efficacy by disease location, and robust data on efficacy of therapies in isolated small bowel Crohn's is sparse. Several studies indicate that small bowel disease is generally less responsive to biologics, and could require higher drug trough levels to achieve endoscopic healing. SUMMARY Current therapies for induction and maintenance of remission in moderate to severe Crohn's disease include several classes of monoclonal antibodies and a Janus Kinase inhibitor, upadacitinib. While small bowel Crohn's disease is generally less responsive to treatment, anti-TNFs are still preferred as first line therapy, and the option of early ileocecal resection in early limited ileal disease is gaining interest.
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- Joshua M Steinberg
- Gastroenterology of the Rockies; University of Colorado School of Medicine; Denver, CO
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- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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Bello F, Muhsen S, Sabhan H, Borin A, Johansson F, Höög C, Forsberg O, Wennerström C, Söderman C, Lördal M, Almer S. Long-term real-world data of ustekinumab in Crohn's disease: the Stockholm ustekinumab study. Therap Adv Gastroenterol 2024; 17:17562848241242700. [PMID: 38655034 PMCID: PMC11036920 DOI: 10.1177/17562848241242700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Background Ustekinumab is used to treat inflammatory bowel disease mainly in patients failing anti-tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-agents. Objectives To provide real-world data in unselected patients with Crohn's disease (CD), treated with ustekinumab. Design Longitudinal retrospective study at four hospitals in Stockholm, Sweden. Methods Disease activity (Harvey-Bradshaw index and physician global assessment), laboratory parameters, endoscopic findings and drug persistence were assessed. Follow-up data were obtained in patients that stopped ustekinumab. Results In total, 322 patients (median age 38 years, 48% women) were included. All had luminal disease and 22% also fistulizing disease. A total of 271 (84%) had failed ⩾1 and 148 (46%) ⩾2 anti-TNF drugs; 34% failed vedolizumab. At inclusion, 93% had active disease; 28% were on oral corticosteroids and 18% on thiopurines. The median follow-up on treatment was 13.5 months; overall 67% were followed at least 24 months. By intention to treat analysis, response rate at 3 and 12 months was 43% and 42%, respectively. Among patients with ongoing ustekinumab, 19% were in steroid-free remission at 3 months and 64% at 12 months. The median faecal calprotectin level decreased from 460 µg/g at baseline to 156 µg/g at 3 months and was 182 µg/g at 12 months. C-reactive protein remained stable at 4 mg/L whereas serum albumin increased slightly. About 31% of patients were withdrawn during the first 12 months, mainly due to persisting disease activity 21%, adverse events 5%, bowel surgery 0.6% or malignancy 0.3%. The overall persistence on ustekinumab was 88%, 51%, 34% and 20% at 3, 12, 24 and 36 months, respectively. Within 12 months following withdrawal of ustekinumab in 121 patients, 64% had active disease most of the time, 68% needed another biologic and 24% underwent surgery. Conclusion Among difficult-to-treat patients with CD, ustekinumab was effective in the majority, with high drug persistence at 12 and 24 months in combination with a favourable safety profile.
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- Francesca Bello
- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska University Hospital, Centre for Digestive Health, Department of Gastroenterology, Dermatovenereology and Rheumatology, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Danderyd Hospital, Danderyd, Sweden
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- Gastroenterology Unit, Medical Department, St Göran’s Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden Department of Medicine Huddinge, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden Gastroenterology Unit, Medical Department, St Göran’s Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Danderyd Hospital, Danderyd, Sweden
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- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska University Hospital, Centre for Digestive Health, Department of Gastroenterology B4:09, Dermatovenereology and Rheumatology, SE-171 76 Stockholm, Sweden
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Vasudevan A, Tharayil V, Raffals LH, Bruining DH, Becker M, Murad MH, Loftus EV. Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: The Association Between Serum Ustekinumab Trough Concentrations and Treatment Response in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2024; 30:660-670. [PMID: 37071852 PMCID: PMC10988107 DOI: 10.1093/ibd/izad065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 04/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Optimizing therapy and monitoring response are integral aspects of inflammatory bowel disease treatment. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine whether serum ustekinumab trough concentrations during maintenance therapy were associated with ustekinumab treatment response in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. METHODS A systematic review was performed to March 21, 2022, to identify studies using MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane library. We included studies that reported the association between serum ustekinumab trough concentrations with clinical or endoscopic remission. Outcome measures were combined across studies using the random-effects model with an odds ratio (OR) for binary outcomes of endoscopic and clinical remission. RESULTS We identified 14 observational studies that were included in the analysis for clinical remission (919 patients, 63% with Crohn's disease) or endoscopic remission (290 patients, all with Crohn's disease). Median ustekinumab trough concentrations were higher amongst individuals achieving clinical remission compared with those not achieving remission (mean difference, 1.6 ug/mL; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.21-3.01 ug/mL). Furthermore, individuals with median serum trough concentration in the fourth quartile were significantly more likely to achieve clinical (OR, 3.61; 95% CI, 2.11-6.20) but not endoscopic remission (OR, 4.67; 95% CI, 0.86-25.19) compared with those with first quartile median trough concentrations. CONCLUSION Based on the results of this meta-analysis primarily relating to patients with Crohn's disease on maintenance ustekinumab treatment, it appears that there is an association between higher ustekinumab trough concentration and clinical outcomes. Prospective studies are required to determine whether proactive dose adjustments of ustekinumab therapy provides additional clinical benefit.
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- Abhinav Vasudevan
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA lol
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA lol
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA lol
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA lol
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- Department of Pharmacy, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA lol
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Bai Y, Sun Y, He Q, Bai X, Yang H. Comparative effectiveness and safety of ustekinumab at different intervals of maintenance phase in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2024; 36:359-370. [PMID: 38407891 DOI: 10.1097/meg.0000000000002718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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Ustekinumab has two alternative drug maintenance intervals for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), every 8 weeks (Q8W) and every 12 weeks (Q12W). The current study aimed at evaluating the comparative efficacy and safety of the two maintenance intervals in patients with IBD. A systematic search on PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and EMBASE was carried out. The relative risk (RR) was pooled for efficacy and safety outcomes between the two intervals at various follow-up time points, categorized as short term (less than 44 weeks), medium term (about 92 weeks), and long term (about 152 weeks). A total of 14 studies with 1448 patients were included. Q8W didn't result in a remarkably higher proportion of clinical remission compared to Q12W at short term (RR, 0.99; 95% CI, 0.83-1.16), medium term (RR, 1.05; 95% CI, 0.91-1.20), and long term (RR, 1.07; 95% CI, 0.91-1.26). Similarly, no substantial differences exist at short term in clinical response (RR, 1.00; 95% CI, 0.85-1.17), endoscopic remission (RR, 0.97; 95% CI, 0.26-3.69), and histologic improvement (RR, 1.13; 95% CI, 0.93-1.36) between the two intervals. For safety outcomes, the RR values for any adverse events in the short, medium, and long term were 1.10 (95% CI, 1.00-1.21), 1.14 (95% CI, 1.08-1.20), and 1.12 (95% CI, 1.07-1.17) for Q8W versus Q12W. Finally, we conclude that ustekinumab maintenance therapy administered every 8 and 12 weeks showed similar effectiveness in achieving efficacy outcomes in IBD patients, and most safety outcomes were significantly better for Q12W during the maintenance phase.
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- Yaqing Bai
- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College
- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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Mao YQ, Sun SP, Lv B, Fan YH. Progress in understanding of relationship between use of biological agents and risk of malignant tumors in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. WORLD CHINESE JOURNAL OF DIGESTOLOGY 2024; 32:221-227. [DOI: 10.11569/wcjd.v32.i3.221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/29/2024]
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Mocci G, Tursi A, Onidi FM, Usai-Satta P, Pes GM, Dore MP. Ustekinumab in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Evolving Paradigms. J Clin Med 2024; 13:1519. [PMID: 38592377 PMCID: PMC10933994 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13051519] [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: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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Inflammatory bowel diseases, comprising Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), are chronic, relapsing, and remitting immune-mediated inflammatory diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract. Ustekinumab (UST) is a monoclonal antibody that blocks the p40 subunit of the anti-interleukin (IL) 12/23. Pivotal trials (CERTIFI and UNITI-IM for CD, UNIFI for UC) established the efficacy of UST for the induction and maintenance of remission in both CD and UC, with the most favorable results in naïve patients to biologics. In recent years, a wealth of 'real-world' data has emerged supporting positive clinical, endoscopic, and histological outcomes in patients treated with UST, as well as reassuring safety data. More recently, the results of the first head-to-head trials of UST and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonists were reported. Moreover, a number of studies exploring the role of UST in specific clinical settings, such as perianal CD, postoperative complications and recurrence, extraintestinal manifestations, chronic antibiotic-refractory pouchitis, and pregnancy, were reported. This review explores the results reported to date on UST, including those from pivotal trials, real-world data, and emerging studies regarding therapeutic drug monitoring and immunogenicity. The safety profile of UST was also reviewed.
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- Giammarco Mocci
- Division of Gastroenterology, “Brotzu” Hospital, 09124 Cagliari, Italy; (G.M.); (F.M.O.); (P.U.-S.)
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- Territorial Gastroenterology Service, ASL BAT, 76123 Andria, Italy;
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, School of Medicine, Catholic University, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology, “Brotzu” Hospital, 09124 Cagliari, Italy; (G.M.); (F.M.O.); (P.U.-S.)
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- Division of Gastroenterology, “Brotzu” Hospital, 09124 Cagliari, Italy; (G.M.); (F.M.O.); (P.U.-S.)
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy;
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy;
- Baylor College of Medicine, One Baylor Plaza Blvd., Houston, TX 77030, USA
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Ouranos K, Saleem H, Vassilopoulos S, Vassilopoulos A, Mylona EK, Shehadeh F, Kalligeros M, Abraham BP, Mylonakis E. Risk of Infection in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treated With Interleukin-Targeting Agents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2024:izae031. [PMID: 38427714 DOI: 10.1093/ibd/izae031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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BACKGROUND Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at increased risk of infection. The aim of this study was to assess the cumulative incidence and risk of infection in patients with IBD treated with interleukin (IL)-targeting agents. METHODS We searched PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science for randomized controlled trials including patients with IBD receiving IL-targeting agents compared with patients receiving placebo or treatment that only differed from the intervention arm in the absence of an IL-targeting agent. The primary outcome of interest was the relative risk (RR) of any-grade and severe infection during the induction phase. RESULTS There was no difference in risk of any-grade (RR, 0.98; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.89-1.09) or severe (RR, 0.64; 95% CI, 0.38-1.10) infection in patients receiving any IL-targeting agent compared with the control group. During the maintenance period, the cumulative incidence of any-grade infection in patients receiving IL-12/23p40-targeting agents (mean follow-up 29 weeks) was 34.82% (95% CI, 26.78%-43.32%), while the cumulative incidence of severe infection was 3.07% (95% CI, 0.93%-6.21%). The cumulative incidence of any-grade infection in patients receiving IL-23p19-targeting agents (mean follow-up 40.9 weeks) was 32.16% (95% CI, 20.63%-44.88%), while the cumulative incidence of severe infection was 1.75% (95% CI, 0.60%-3.36%). During the maintenance phase of the included studies, the incidence of infection was 30.66% (95% CI, 22.12%-39.90%) for any-grade and 1.59% (95% CI, 0.76%-2.63%) for severe infection in patients in the control group. CONCLUSIONS There was no difference in risk of infection between patients with IBD who received IL-targeting agents compared with the control group. Case registries and randomized controlled trials reporting the safety of IL inhibitors should provide detailed information about the risk of specific infectious complications in patients with IBD receiving IL-targeting agents.
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- Department of Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Lynda K. and David M. Underwood Center for Digestive Disorders, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
- Department of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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Velikova T, Sekulovski M, Peshevska-Sekulovska M. Immunogenicity and Loss of Effectiveness of Biologic Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients Due to Anti-Drug Antibody Development. Antibodies (Basel) 2024; 13:16. [PMID: 38534206 DOI: 10.3390/antib13010016] [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: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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Many patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) experience a loss of effectiveness to biologic therapy (i.e., anti-TNF therapy, etc.). Therefore, in addition to the adverse effects of the treatment, these patients also face failure to achieve and maintain remission. Immunogenicity, the process of production of antibodies to biological agents, is fundamental to the evolution of loss of response to treatment in IBD patients. The presence of these antibodies in patients is linked to decreased serum drug levels and inhibited biological activity. However, immunogenicity rates exhibit significant variability across inflammatory disease states, immunoassay formats, and time periods. In this review, we aimed to elucidate the immunogenicity and immune mechanisms of antibody formation to biologics, the loss of therapy response, clinical results of biological treatment for IBD from systematic reviews and meta-analyses, as well as to summarize the most recent strategies for overcoming immunogenicity and approaches for managing treatment failure in IBD.
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- Tsvetelina Velikova
- Medical Faculty, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1 Kozyak Str., 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Medical Faculty, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1 Kozyak Str., 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, University Hospital Lozenetz, 1 Kozyak Str., 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
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- Medical Faculty, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, 1 Kozyak Str., 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Lozenetz, 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Tursi A, Mocci G, Del Gaudio A, Papa A. Clinical use of biologics for Crohn's disease in adults: lessons learned from real-world studies. Expert Opin Biol Ther 2024:1-19. [PMID: 38321868 DOI: 10.1080/14712598.2024.2316180] [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: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The therapeutic armamentarium for managing Crohn's disease (CD) has expanded significantly in recent decades. Several biologics with three different mechanisms of action [anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, anti-integrin α4β7, and anti-IL 12/23] are currently available to manage CD. AREA COVERED This narrative review aims to summarize the most significant efficacy and safety data on the use of infliximab (IFX), adalimumab (ADA), vedolizumab (VDZ) and ustekinumab (UST) for the treatment of CD obtained from studies conducted in the real world (RW), compared to the results of randomized clinical trials (RCTs). EXPERT OPINION RW studies reported that biologic agents included in this analysis have higher remission rates and lower adverse event rates than findings from RCTs for treating patients with CD. All biological agents have proven effective and safe in RW studies, even when using biosimilars or switching to subcutaneous administration of the molecules for which they are available. Finally, anti-TNF-α agents, particularly IFX, have a higher rate of adverse events (AEs) than VDZ and UST. Therefore, patients at higher risk of AEs may benefit from other biologics than anti-TNF-α. However, further long-term RW studies are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Antonio Tursi
- Territorial Gastroenterology Service, ASL BAT, Andria, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Catholic University, School of Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gastroenterology, "Brotzu" Hospital, Cagliari, Italy
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- Division of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli" IRCCS Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Catholic University, School of Medicine, Rome, Italy
- Division of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli" IRCCS Foundation, Rome, Italy
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González-Lama Y, Ricart E, Carpio D, Bastida G, Ceballos D, Ginard D, Marin-Jimenez I, Menchen L, Muñoz F. Controversies in the management of anti-TNF therapy in patients with Crohn's disease: a Delphi consensus. BMJ Open Gastroenterol 2024; 11:e001246. [PMID: 38267072 PMCID: PMC10870792 DOI: 10.1136/bmjgast-2023-001246] [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: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite research, there are still controversial areas in the management of Crohn's disease (CD). OBJECTIVE To establish practical recommendations on using anti-tumour necrosis factor (TNF) drugs in patients with moderate-to-severe CD. METHODS Clinical controversies in the management of CD using anti-TNF therapies were identified. A comprehensive literature review was performed, and a national survey was launched to examine current clinical practices when using anti-TNF therapies. Their results were discussed by expert gastroenterologists within a nominal group meeting, and a set of statements was proposed and tested in a Delphi process. RESULTS Qualitative study. The survey and Delphi process were sent to 244 CD-treating physicians (response rate: 58%). A total of 14 statements were generated. All but two achieved agreement. These statements cover: (1) use of first-line non-anti-TNF biological therapy; (2) role of HLA-DQA1*05 in daily practice; (3) attitudes in primary non-response and loss of response to anti-TNF therapy due to immunogenicity; (4) use of ustekinumab or vedolizumab if a change in action mechanism is warranted; (5) anti-TNF drug level monitoring; (6) combined therapy with an immunomodulator. CONCLUSION This document sought to pull together the best evidence, experts' opinions, and treating physicians' attitudes when using anti-TNF therapies in patients with CD.
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- Yago González-Lama
- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Puerta de Hierro, Majadahonda, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, CIBEREHD, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Pontevedra, Pontevedra, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Doctor Negrin, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario Son Espases, Palma, Spain
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- Gastroenterology, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital Universitario de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain
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Liu R, Li Z, Ye L, Hu J, Tang J, Chen B, Chen X, Tan B, Gu Y, Xie C, Ouyang C, Song X, Li F, Fan Y, Ren H, Zhu L, Chen M, Jiang W, Cao Q. Risk of Tuberculosis and Hepatitis B Reactivation in Patients With Crohn's Disease on Ustekinumab: A Nationwide Real-World Study. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2024; 30:45-52. [PMID: 36880432 DOI: 10.1093/ibd/izad032] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ustekinumab (UST) was approved in China for moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease (CD) in 2020. The prevalence rates of tuberculosis and hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection are high in China, and no guideline clearly states that tuberculosis chemoprophylaxis or prophylactic anti-HBV therapy should be prescribed before UST administration. This study aimed to assess the risk of tuberculosis and HBV reactivation in CD patients with latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) and previous HBV infection receiving UST. METHODS A multicenter retrospective cohort study was carried out at 68 hospitals in China to assess 721 adult CD cases administered UST between May 1, 2020, and December 31, 2021. CD and concurrent LTBI or HBV carrier were included. Hepatitis B serology, T-SPOT.TB, and tuberculin skin tests were performed at baseline. The primary outcome was tuberculosis or HBV reactivation. RESULTS Patients with CD-concomitant LTBI or who were HBV carriers receiving UST therapy were retrospectively enrolled from 15 hospitals in China. A total of 53 CD with LTBI patients and 17 CD with HBV carrier patients receiving UST were included. Treatment and follow-up durations were 50 ± 20 weeks and 50 ± 15 weeks in the LTBI and HBV carrier groups, respectively. A total of 25 CD patients with LTBI underwent chemoprophylaxis and 28 did not. A total of 11 HBV carriers had antiviral prophylaxis and 6 did not. No patient experienced tuberculosis or HBV reactivation or liver dysfunction during follow-up. CONCLUSIONS UST was safe for treatment of CD because no patient developed tuberculosis, persistent hepatitis, or acute liver failure during therapy, whether with a prophylactic regimen or not, based on our sample size and limited follow-up time.
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- Rongbei Liu
- Department of Gastroenterology, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
- Center of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
- Center of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Rui Jin Hospital, affiliate to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Chongqing General Hospital, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Zhongshan Hospital, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Union Hospital, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
- Center of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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Colombel JF, Sands BE, Gasink C, Yeager B, Adedokun OJ, Izanec J, Ma T, Gao LL, Lee SD, Targan SR, Ghosh S, Hanauer SB, Sandborn WJ. Evolution of Symptoms After Ustekinumab Induction Therapy in Patients With Crohn's Disease. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2024; 22:144-153.e2. [PMID: 37391056 DOI: 10.1016/j.cgh.2023.06.014] [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: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Ustekinumab is an effective treatment of Crohn's disease (CD). Of interest to patients is knowing how soon symptoms may improve. We analyzed ustekinumab response dynamics from the ustekinumab CD trials. METHODS Patients with CD received intravenous induction with ustekinumab ∼6 mg/kg (n = 458) or placebo (n = 457). Week 8 ustekinumab responders received subcutaneous ustekinumab 90 mg as the first maintenance dose or as an extended induction dose for nonresponders. Patient-reported symptom changes (stool frequency, abdominal pain, general well-being) within the first 14 days and clinical outcomes through week 44 were evaluated using the CD Activity Index. RESULTS After ustekinumab infusion, stool frequency improvement was significantly (P < .05) greater than placebo on day 1 and for all patient-reported symptoms by day 10. In patients with no history of biologic failure or intolerance, cumulative clinical remission rates increased from 23.0% at week 3 to 55.5% at week 16 after the subcutaneous dose at week 8. Corresponding cumulative rates for patients with a history of biologic failure or intolerance increased from 12.9% to 24.1%. Neither change from baseline in CD Activity Index score nor week 8 ustekinumab pharmacokinetics were associated with week 16 response. Among all patients who received subcutaneous ustekinumab 90 mg q8w, up to 66.7% were in clinical response at week 44. CONCLUSIONS Ustekinumab induction provided symptom relief by day 1 post-infusion. Following ustekinumab infusion and a subcutaneous 90 mg injection, clinical outcomes continued to increase through week 16 and up to week 44. Regardless of week 8 clinical status or ustekinumab pharmacokinetics, patients should receive additional treatment at week 8. CLINICALTRIALS gov numbers, NCT01369329, NCT01369342, and NCT01369355.
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- Jean-Frédéric Colombel
- Dr Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York.
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- Dr Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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- Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Horsham, Pennsylvania; Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Morristown, New Jersey
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- Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Horsham, Pennsylvania
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- Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Horsham, Pennsylvania
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- Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Horsham, Pennsylvania
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- University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, Washington
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- IAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Ireland
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- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California; Ventyx Biosciences, Inc., Encinitas, California
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Bessissow T, Narula N, Ma C, In TSH, Eberg M, Karra K, Jairath V. Real-world effectiveness and safety of ustekinumab in bio-naive patients with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease: A Canadian multi-center study. Dig Liver Dis 2024; 56:61-69. [PMID: 37716860 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2023.08.042] [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: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Clinical practice guidelines recommend ustekinumab as a first-line biological treatment option for moderately-to-severely active Crohn's disease (CD). However, there is limited real-world effectiveness and safety data in bio-naïve patients. AIMS To assess ustekinumab effectiveness and safety in bio-naïve CD patients. METHODS Medical charts were reviewed retrospectively at seven Canadian centers. The primary outcome was the proportion of patients achieving clinical remission at Month 6 following ustekinumab initiation. Secondary outcomes included clinical, biochemical, and endoscopic response, and remission at Months 4, 6 and 12. Ustekinumab safety was assessed over the one-year follow-up period. RESULTS 158 charts were reviewed. Clinical remission was achieved by 50.0% (36/72), 67.7% (105/155), and 73.7% (84/114) of patients at Months 4, 6, and 12, respectively. At these study timepoints, biochemical remission was observed in 65.2% (43/66), 71.6% (63/88), and 73.9% (68/92) of patients. At Months 6 and 12, endoscopic remission was observed in 40.5% (15/37) and 56.3% (27/48) of patients, respectively. Most participants (93.5%; 145/155) persisted on ustekinumab through Month 12. No serious adverse drug reactions were reported. CONCLUSION In this real-world study, ustekinumab presents as an effective first-line biologic for induction and maintenance of remission among bio-naïve Canadian patients with moderately-to-severely active CD.
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- Talat Bessissow
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, QC, Canada.
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- IQVIA Solutions Canada Inc., Kirkland, QC, Canada
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Fanizza J, D’Amico F, Lusetti F, Fasulo E, Allocca M, Furfaro F, Zilli A, Parigi TL, Radice S, Peyrin-Biroulet L, Danese S, Fiorino G. The Role of IL-23 Inhibitors in Crohn's Disease. J Clin Med 2023; 13:224. [PMID: 38202231 PMCID: PMC10779938 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13010224] [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: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Promoting a Th17 pathogenic response, the interleukin (IL)-23 pathway is crucial in the pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). With a favorable safety profile, ustekinumab, a monoclonal antibody targeting the shared p40 component of IL-12/23, is currently approved for the treatment of IBD in patients with disease refractory to corticosteroids and biologic drugs. Risankizumab, mirikizumab, and guselkumab are specific IL-23p19 antagonists tested for the treatment of Crohn's disease (CD). However, only risankizumab currently has been approved for its treatment. Trials with guselkumab and mirikizumab are currently ongoing, with promising preliminary efficacy and safety results. In this review, we provide a summary of the current knowledge about selective IL-23 inhibitors, focusing on their positioning in the therapeutic algorithm of patients with moderate to severe CD.
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- Jacopo Fanizza
- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
- Department of Gastroenterology, IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France;
- Inserm, NGERE, University of Lorraine, F-54000 Nancy, France
- INFINY Institute, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- FHU-CURE, Nancy University Hospital, F-54500 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
- Groupe Hospitalier Privé Ambroise Paré-Hartmann, Paris IBD Center, F-92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC H4A 3J1, Canada
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy; (J.F.); (F.D.); (F.L.); (E.F.); (M.A.); (F.F.); (A.Z.); (T.L.P.); (S.R.); (S.D.)
- IBD Unit, Department of Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, San Camillo-Forlanini Hospital, 00152 Rome, Italy
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Danese S, Beaton A, Duncan EA, Mercier AK, Neisen J, Seth H, Zetterstrand S, Sands BE. Long-term safety of brazikumab in the open-label period of a randomized phase 2a study of patients with Crohn's disease. BMC Gastroenterol 2023; 23:451. [PMID: 38124112 PMCID: PMC10731694 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-023-03078-7] [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: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Short-term efficacy and safety of brazikumab (MEDI2070), a human monoclonal antibody and anti-p19 subunit inhibitor of interleukin-23, was demonstrated in a phase 2a trial in patients with moderate-to-severe active Crohn's disease (CD). We report brazikumab long-term safety and tolerability from the open-label period of this phase 2a study. METHODS Patients who completed the 12-week, double-blind induction period were eligible for inclusion in an open-label period where all patients received subcutaneous brazikumab (210 mg) every 4 weeks for 100 weeks. Patients had moderate-to-severe active CD and had failed or were intolerant to ≥ 1 anti-tumour necrosis factor alpha (TNFα) agent. Safety assessments included treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs); further assessments were pharmacokinetics and immunogenicity. RESULTS Of the 104 patients who entered the open-label period, 57 (54.8%) continued to the end of the open-label period and 47 (45.2%) discontinued brazikumab. The most common reasons for discontinuation were lack of response (14.4%), patient decision (12.5%), and TEAEs (11.5%). In total, 44 (84.6%) in the group switching from placebo to brazikumab (placebo/brazikumab) and 43 (82.7%) in the group continuing brazikumab (brazikumab/brazikumab) experienced 1 or more TEAEs. Most TEAEs were mild-to-moderate in severity. Common TEAEs included nasopharyngitis and headache. Numbers of treatment-emergent serious adverse events (TESAEs) were similar between groups. Infections occurred in 40.4% of patients in the placebo/brazikumab group and 50% in the brazikumab/brazikumab group. There were 5 TESAEs of infection, none of which were opportunistic. No major adverse cardiac events, malignancies, or deaths were reported. CONCLUSIONS Brazikumab was well tolerated with an acceptable safety profile over a 100-week period in patients with moderate-to-severe active CD who failed or were intolerant to 1 or more anti-TNFα agents. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT01714726; registered October 26, 2012.
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- Silvio Danese
- Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Dr. Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA, Box 1069, One Gustave L. Levy Place, New York.
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Gorelik Y, Ghersin I, Shlon D, Friss C, Lujan R, Loewenberg Weisband Y, Greenfeld S, Kariv R, Ledderman N, Matz E, Dotan I, Bar-Yoseph H, Chowers Y, Turner D. Association of Antibiotic Use with Durability of Biologic Agents in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: a Report from the epi-IIRN. J Crohns Colitis 2023; 17:1410-1417. [PMID: 37084088 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjad070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 04/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Different antibiotic classes were reported to have variable effects on immunogenicity towards anti-tumour necrosis factor [TNF] agents. However, the impact of antibiotic administration on biologic treatment durability was not investigated. We aimed to assess the association between antibiotic treatment and persistence of different classes of biologic therapy in inflammatory bowel disease [IBD] patients. METHODS Data from the epi-IIRN, a nationwide registry of all Israeli IBD patients were analysed. All patients who filled a prescription of either infliximab, adalimumab, vedolizumab, or ustekinumab, were included. Treatment cessation was defined as drug discontinuation of at least 6 months. Macrolides, cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, and penicillins with beta-lactamase inhibitors were selected as primary exposure variables. Survival analysis was performed using marginal structural models for each drug separately. RESULTS In all 13 513 IBD patients, with a total of 39 600 patient-years, were included. Significant differences of overall treatment persistence were demonstrated, with highest persistence rates for ustekinumab and the lowest for infliximab treatment. Macrolides were found to be significantly associated with reduced risk of infliximab cessation (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR] 0.72, 95% CI 0.62-0.89]. Fluoroquinolones and cephalosporins were associated with an elevated risk of adalimumab treatment cessation [aHR 1.33, 95% CI 1.22-1.46; and aHR 1.20, 95% CI 1.08-1.34, respectively]. No significant effects of the studied antibiotics were observed in ustekinumab and vedolizumab users. CONCLUSIONS Specific antibiotic classes are associated with duration of anti-TNF treatment, but not with durability of vedolizumab or ustekinumab treatments. Further research is required to study the effect of specific antibiotics on response to biologics.
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- Yuri Gorelik
- Department of Gastroenterology, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Juliet Keidan Institute of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
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- Juliet Keidan Institute of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
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- Maccabi Health Services, Tel-Aviv, Israel
- The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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- Maccabi Health Services, Tel-Aviv, Israel
- The Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel
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- Meuhedet Health Services, Meuhedet Research Institue, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Leumit Health Services, Leumit Research Institue, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
- Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Juliet Keidan Institute of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
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Yiu TH, Ko Y, Pudipeddi A, Natale P, Leong RW. Comparing persistence of new biologics to conventional anti-TNF alphas in adult patients with inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e073071. [PMID: 37788929 PMCID: PMC10551959 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073071] [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: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Biological therapy is a cornerstone of managing moderate-to-severe inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease (CD). New biologics have been evolving over the past 20 years and selection of an agent remains challenging.Drug persistence measures the duration of time from initiation to discontinuation of a therapy, which can be a surrogate marker of drug tolerance and efficacy. OBJECTIVES The study aimed to compare drug persistence of new generation biologics for the treatment of UC and CD (vedolizumab, ustekinumab, certolizumab, tofacitinib, natalizumab and golimumab) with conventional anti-tumor necroisis factor alphas (anti-TNF alphas) (adalimumab and infliximab) in adult patients with IBD. Results of the study may provide guidance on the preferred first and subsequent lines of biological treatments in patients with IBD. METHODS AND ANALYSIS Search via electronic databases including EMBASE, MEDLINE, PubMed and clinical trial databases will be conducted on 10 March 2023 with eligible studies included from inception of 2017 to 2023. The primary outcomes are 1-year persistence of individual biologics with comparison of new biologics versus conventional anti-TNF alphas. A meta-analysis will be conducted using Review Manager V.5 and outcome will be presented as relative risk. Heterogeneity will be assessed with forest plot, χ2 and I2, followed with sensitivity analysis and subgroup analysis. Finally, the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation system will be used to assess the quality of evidence. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval is not required as no private information of participants will be used. Results of the present study will be disseminated in a peer-reviewed journal or conference presentation. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42023392236.
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- Tsz Hong Yiu
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Western Sydney University, Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals, Sydney, Canterbury Hospital
- Gastroenterology and Liver Services, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Gastroenterology and Liver Services, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
- Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE-J), University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari, Italy
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- Gastroenterology and Liver Services, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Gara SK, Guntipalli P, Marzban S, Taqi M, Aryal V, Khan QUA, Shah SA, Akbariromani H, Salinger D, Diaz-Miret M. Clinical Outcomes of Ustekinumab in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Cureus 2023; 15:e46833. [PMID: 37954750 PMCID: PMC10636694 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46833] [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] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023] Open
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Inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are characterized by abdominal pain, diarrhea, blood in stools, weight loss, and fatigue. It presents in patients with varying severity from mild to severe depending on the inflammation. Detailed analysis and guidelines are required for the safe usage of biological therapies in the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases as surgery is reserved for more complex cases. There is also geographical variation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) incidence and prevalence based on environmental and climate changes, and socio-demographics. Studies also show that there is more hospitalization and reduced health-related quality of life in IBD patients when compared to normal people. We conducted an extensive literature database search for articles with keywords within the last 10 years on adults >18 years of age with IBD and its treatment, especially with ustekinumab. Ustekinumab is a human immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1) kappa monoclonal antibody, that blocks IL-12 and IL-23 and was approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe IBD, especially in patients who are intolerant to immunomodulators or corticosteroids treatment. There are several retrospective studies that show the effectiveness of ustekinumab dosage escalation every four weeks in IBD patients. This escalation of dose not only improved the clinical outcome but also reduced the worsening of the disease. Previous studies also show the importance of considering dosage escalation before switching biological agents in the IBD treatment. Ustekinumab has also demonstrated both efficacy and safety in the induction and maintenance of the treatment of this disease. There are certain challenges and opportunities associated with ustekinumab usage in IBD patients that require further research. Ustekinumab seems to be more cost-effective in the tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-alpha-inhibitor failure population when compared to previously used biological treatment regimes.
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- Sirisha K Gara
- Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana University, Indianapolis, USA
- Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center, Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, USA
- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
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- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University (KEMU), Lahore, PAK
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- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center, Lalitpur, NPL
- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore, PAK
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- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
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- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
- Clinical Research, Surgical ICU Research Center, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, USA
- Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, IRN
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- Research and Academic Affairs, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA
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- Family Medicine, Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus, Hialeah, USA
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Garg R, Aggarwal M, Mohammed A, Achkar JP, Lashner B, Philpott J, Cohen B, Qazi T, Rieder F, Regueiro M, Click B. Real-world effectiveness and safety of ustekinumab and vedolizumab in elderly patients with Crohn's disease. Indian J Gastroenterol 2023; 42:718-723. [PMID: 37523059 PMCID: PMC10993992 DOI: 10.1007/s12664-023-01391-3] [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: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023]
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Studies report favorable efficacy and safety profiles of ustekinumab (UST) and vedolizumab (VDZ) in Crohn's disease (CD), but effectiveness and safety data in elderly patients with CD is lacking. We retrospectively analyzed 78 elderly patients (39 each UST and VDZ) and found that patients on UST and VDZ experienced similar rates of clinical response, remission and mucosal healing despite high proportion of prior biologic exposure. Both UST and VDZ appear to be effective and safe in this at-risk CD population. Further large studies are needed to validate our findings.
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- Rajat Garg
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Digestive Diseases and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Koo HM, Jun YK, Choi Y, Shin CM, Park YS, Kim N, Lee DH, Shin YK, Yoon H. 10 years of biologic use patterns in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: treatment persistence, switching and dose intensification - a nationwide population-based study. Therap Adv Gastroenterol 2023; 16:17562848231201728. [PMID: 37786473 PMCID: PMC10541745 DOI: 10.1177/17562848231201728] [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: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023] Open
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Background Treatments for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) have evolved in the era of biologics. However, the real-world data on their usage patterns and sequencing are still limited. Objectives We aimed to investigate treatment persistence and dose intensification of first- and second-line biologics in patients with IBD. Design In this retrospective, cohort study using nationwide claims data, 13,087 patients with IBD initiating biologic therapy between 2010 and 2020 were identified. Methods Treatment persistence and dose intensification during the first 2 years and switching patterns of biologics were analysed while identifying predictors of non-persistence. Results As a first-line treatment of Crohn's disease (CD), ustekinumab had a lower risk for non-persistence compared to infliximab [adjusted hazard ratio (aHR), 0.69, p = 0.048]. Second-line ustekinumab and vedolizumab showed the highest and lowest persistence (79.2% and 54.9%), respectively. As a first-line treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC), golimumab had a higher risk for non-persistence compared to infliximab (aHR, 1.68, p < 0.001). Second-line golimumab also showed a significantly lower persistence rate than adalimumab and vedolizumab. The risk of non-persistence was higher in UC than in CD (first line: aHR, 1.97; second line: aHR, 1.39; p < 0.001), and in the second-line treatment than in the first-line treatment for CD (aHR, 1.55; p < 0.001). The cumulative rate of dose intensification was highest with ustekinumab for CD (first line, 43.3%, second line, 69.1%) and adalimumab for second-line UC (40.7%). It was significantly increased in second-line therapy in CD, but not in UC. Among switchers of first-line anti-tumour necrosis factor-α inhibitor therapy, after all biologics were approved, 69% of CD patients and 78.4% of UC patients switched to other classes of second-line treatment. Conclusion Ustekinumab had higher persistence in the first-line treatment of CD, while golimumab had lower persistence for first- and second-line treatments of UC. Dose intensification rates varied, with the highest cumulative rates observed for ustekinumab in CD and adalimumab in second-line UC.
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- Hee Moon Koo
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seongnam, South Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82 Gumi-ro 173 Beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do 13620, South Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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Ren K, Yong C, Wang Y, Wei H, Zhao K, He B, Cui M, Chen Y, Wang J. Cytomegalovirus Pneumonia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Literature Review and Clinical Recommendations. Infect Drug Resist 2023; 16:6195-6208. [PMID: 37724090 PMCID: PMC10505384 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s420244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/20/2023] Open
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Aim The objective was to elucidate the correlation between CMVP and immunosuppressive therapy in IBD patients, we hope this review could expand on the significance of CMV as an opportunistic pathogen and the potential impact on morbidity and mortality in IBD patients. Methods Records and clinical trajectories linked to CMVP in IBD patients were extracted from the PubMed database, irrespective of language barriers. The reference lists incorporated in these studies were manually inspected. Conclusions were generated using straightforward descriptive analysis. Results In total, 18 IBD patients, including Crohn's disease (CD, 67%) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC, 33%), affected by CMVP were identified from 17 published articles. A minority of these patients (17%) exhibited active disease, whereas the majority (83%) presented with quiescent disease. Fever (100%) and dyspnea (44%) emerged as the most prevalent clinical symptoms. All the patients had undergone immunosuppressive therapy. A significant proportion, up to 89%, had received thiopurine treatment prior to the CMVP diagnosis. Interestingly, none of the patients were subjected to biological therapy. Half of the patients manifested with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). Almost all patients (94%) were administered antiviral treatment and a substantial 83% experienced full recovery. Immunosuppressive agents were either tapered or discontinued altogether. A subset of patients, 17%, suffered fatal outcomes. Conclusion Our findings underscore the need for heightened suspicion of CMVP in IBD patients who exhibit symptoms such as fever and dyspnea. During the COVID-19 pandemic, CMVP should be considered a potential differential diagnosis. It was observed that CMVP primarily transpires during CD remission. Azathioprine emerged as the predominant immunosuppressant linked to CMV reactivation. The prompt application of effective antiviral therapy can substantially enhance patient outcomes. CMV vaccine might serve as a viable prevention strategy.
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- Keyu Ren
- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pathology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pathology, School of Basic Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, 266000, People’s Republic of China
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Miklusiak K, Miklusiak K, Kaczmarczyk O, Cibor D, Zwolińska-Wcisło M. Ustekinumab in the treatment of acute disseminated pyoderma gangrenosum in a patient with Crohn's disease. Dermatol Reports 2023; 15:9630. [PMID: 37908604 PMCID: PMC10614552 DOI: 10.4081/dr.2023.9630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023] Open
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Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is an auto-inflammatory dermatosis characterized by lesions that often cause ulcers. We present a case of successful ustekinumab treatment for acute general PG in a 31-year-old woman with coexisting Crohn's disease (CD). For a month, the patient suffered from skin ulcers, two of them deep and necrotic; a histopathological examination revealed PG. Treatment included: methylprednisolone, azathioprine, betamethasone, gentamicin and zincic ointments, antiseptic compresses, and adalimumab therapy. Due to resistance to the implemented treatment, the patient was enrolled in a clinical trial that included the administration of an anti-cytokines drug, ustekinumab. Subsequently, a significant reduction was observed in the severity of symptoms of PG with no relapse. The use of ustekinumab in patients with PG who have an inadequate response to current treatment or cannot receive first-line treatment can be considered. This applies especially to patients with accompanying autoimmune diseases such as CD.
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- Polish Red Cross Maritime Hospital with Oncology Centre, Gdynia
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Cracow, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Cracow, Poland
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Chow V, Mytych DT, Das S, Franklin J. Pharmacokinetic Similarity of ABP 654, an Ustekinumab Biosimilar Candidate: Results from a Randomized, Double-blind Study in Healthy Subjects. Clin Pharmacol Drug Dev 2023; 12:863-873. [PMID: 37415567 DOI: 10.1002/cpdd.1301] [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: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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ABP 654 is a proposed biosimilar to ustekinumab reference product (RP) which works through antagonism of interleukin-12 and interleukin-23. Ustekinumab RP is used for the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions, including some forms of plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. A randomized, double-blinded, single-dose, 3-arm, parallel-group study was conducted to assess the pharmacokinetic (PK) similarity of ABP 654 with ustekinumab RP sourced from the United States (US) and the European Union (EU); the PK similarity of ustekinumab US versus ustekinumab EU; and the comparative safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of all 3 products. A total of 238 healthy subjects were randomized 1:1:1 and stratified by gender and ethnicity (Japanese versus non-Japanese) to receive a single 90 mg subcutaneous injection of ABP 654 or ustekinumab US or ustekinumab EU. PK similarity was established based on 90% confidence intervals (CIs) for the primary endpoints of area under the concentration-time curve from time 0 extrapolated to infinity (AUCinf ) and maximum observed serum concentration (Cmax ) being contained within the prespecified margin of 0.8-1.25. No clinically meaningful differences in immunogenicity were found among the 3 products. Adverse events were similar between treatment groups and consistent with the safety profile of ustekinumab RP. Results indicate that ABP 654, ustekinumab US and ustekinumab EU share similar PK and safety profiles.
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Allez M, Sands BE, Feagan BG, D'Haens G, De Hertogh G, Randall CW, Zou B, Johanns J, O'Brien C, Curran M, Rebuck R, Wang ML, Sabins N, Baker T, Kobayashi T. A Phase 2b, Randomised, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-arm, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Tesnatilimab in Patients with Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease. J Crohns Colitis 2023; 17:1235-1251. [PMID: 36939629 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjad047] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 03/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Tesnatilimab, a monoclonal antibody targeting NKG2D, was evaluated in Crohn's disease [CD] patients who had failed or were intolerant to biologic or conventional therapy. METHODS TRIDENT was a phase 2b, two-part, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-arm, multicenter study. In Part 1 [proof of concept], 145 patients who were biologic intolerant or refractory [Bio-IR] or had not failed biologic therapy [Bio-NF] were randomised in a 1:1 ratio to placebo subcutaneously [SC] or tesnatilimab 400 mg SC. In Part 2 [dose ranging], 243 Bio-IR and Bio-NF patients were randomised in a 1:1:1:1:1 ratio to placebo, tesnatilimab [50 mg, 150 mg, 400 mg], or intravenous infusion of ustekinumab ~6 mg/kg at Week 0 and 90 mg SC at Weeks 8 and 16. The primary endpoint was mean change from baseline in Crohn's Disease Activity Index [CDAI] at Week 8 [Part 1] and Week 12 [Part 2]. Clinical and endoscopic remission/response were evaluated. Efficacy analyses were also assessed by NKG2D and MICB single nucleotide polymorphism [SNP] status [SNP-positive means positive in at least one of two SNPs]. Safety events were summarised. RESULTS In Part 1, mean change from baseline in CDAI score was significantly greater with tesnatilimab vs placebo at Week 8 [-103.6 vs -60.0; p < 0.01]. In Part 2, no dose-response signal was detected. Mean changes from baseline in CDAI at Week 12 were -93.2, -72.2, and -84.3 for low, middle, and high doses of tesnatilimab, respectively, vs -59.2 for placebo and -148.8 for ustekinumab. Similar reductions from baseline in CDAI score were observed in patients receiving tesnatilimab, regardless of SNP status. Clinical remission rates were greater with tesnatilimab than placebo in Parts 1 and 2, whereas endoscopic response rates were greater with tesnatilimab only in Part 1. No unexpected safety events occurred. CONCLUSIONS Tesnatilimab was well tolerated. The efficacy of tesnatilimab in patients with CD was significant for the primary endpoint in Part 1; however, no dose-response signal was detected for the primary endpoint in Part 2. Based on these inconsistent findings, tesnatilimab was not considered an effective treatment for patients with CD and no further development is planned. CLINICALTRIALS.GOV IDENTIFIER NCT02877134.
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- Matthieu Allez
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Saint-Louis, AP-HP, INSERM U1160, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
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- Dr. Henry D. Janowitz Division of Gastroenterology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- Western University and Alimentiv Inc., Department of Medicine, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- University Hospitals Leuven, Lab of Translational Cell and Tissue Research, Department of Imaging and Pathology, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Gastroenterology Research of America and University of Texas, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Statistics, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Statistics, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Immunology, Raritan, NJ, Japan
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- Janssen Research & Development, Immunology, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Immunology, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Translational Science, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Janssen Research & Development, Immunology, Spring House, PA, USA
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- Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Zhou S, Yu J. Crohn's disease and breast cancer: a literature review of the mechanisms and treatment. Intern Emerg Med 2023; 18:1303-1316. [PMID: 37138170 PMCID: PMC10412481 DOI: 10.1007/s11739-023-03281-0] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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This is a literature review describes Crohn's disease (CD) concomitant with breast cancer and summarizes possible common pathogenic mechanisms shared by the two diseases involving the IL-17 and NF-κB signaling pathways. Inflammatory cytokines including TNF-α and Th17 cells in CD patients can induce activation of the ERK1/2, NF-κB and Bcl-2 pathways. Hub genes are involved in the generation of cancer stem cells (CSCs) and are related to inflammatory mediators, including CXCL8, IL1-β and PTGS2, which promote inflammation and breast cancer growth, metastasis, and development. CD activity is highly associated with altered intestinal microbiota processes, including secretion of complex glucose polysaccharides by Ruminococcus gnavus colonies; furthermore, γ-proteobacteria and Clostridium are associated with CD recurrence and active CD, while Ruminococcaceae, Faecococcus and Vibrio desulfuris are associated with CD remission. Intestinal microbiota disorder promotes breast cancer occurrence and development. Bacteroides fragilis can produce toxins that induce breast epithelial hyperplasia and breast cancer growth and metastasis. Gut microbiota regulation can also improve chemotherapy and immunotherapy efficacy in breast cancer treatment. Intestinal inflammation can affects the brain through the brain-gut axis, which activates the hypothalamic‒pituitary‒adrenal (HPA) axis to induce anxiety and depression in patients; these effects can inhibit the antitumor immune responses of the immune system and promote breast cancer occurrence in patients with CD. There are few studies on the treatment of patients with CD concomitant with breast cancer, but published studies show three main strategies: new biological agents combined with breast cancer treatment methods, intestinal fecal bacteria transplantation, and dietary treatment.
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- Sisi Zhou
- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, 515041, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, 515041, Guangdong Province, China.
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Derikx LAAP, Plevris N, Su S, Gros B, Lyons M, Siakavellas SI, Constantine-Cooke N, Jenkinson P, O'Hare C, Noble C, Arnott ID, Jones GR, Lees CW. Rates, predictive factors and effectiveness of ustekinumab intensification to 4- or 6-weekly intervals in Crohn's disease. Dig Liver Dis 2023; 55:1034-1041. [PMID: 36283944 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2022.10.002] [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: 07/12/2022] [Revised: 10/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND The UNITI trial reports efficacy of ustekinumab (UST) dose intensification in Crohn's disease (CD) from 12- to 8-weekly, but not 4-weekly. We aimed 1) to assess the cumulative incidence of UST dose intensification to 4- or 6-weekly, 2) to identify factors associated with dose intensification, and 3) to assess the effectiveness of this strategy. METHODS We performed a retrospective, observational cohort study in NHS Lothian including all UST treated CD patients (2015-2020). RESULTS 163 CD patients were treated with UST (median follow-up: 20.3 months [13.4-38.4]), of whom 55 (33.7%) underwent dose intensification to 4-weekly (n = 50, 30.7%) or 6-weekly (n = 5, 3.1%). After 1 year 29.9% were dose intensified. Prior exposure to both anti-TNF and vedolizumab (HR 9.5; 1.3-70.9), and concomitant steroid use at UST start (HR 1.8; 1.0-3.1) were associated with dose intensification. Following dose intensification, 62.6% patients (29/55) remained on UST beyond 1 year. Corticosteroid-free clinical remission was achieved in 27% at week 16 and 29.6% at last follow-up. CONCLUSION One third of CD patients treated with UST underwent dose intensification to a 4- or 6-weekly interval within the first year. Patients who failed both anti-TNF and vedolizumab, or required steroids at initiation were more likely to dose intensify.
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- Lauranne A A P Derikx
- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK; Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands; Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK; Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Reina Sofía University Hospital, Córdoba, Spain
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- MRC Human Genetics Unit, Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine, University of Edinburgh, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK; Centre for Genomics and Experimental Medicine, Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK; Centre for Inflammation Research, The Queen's Medical Research Institute, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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- Edinburgh IBD Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK; Centre for Genomics and Experimental Medicine, Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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Yao J, Peng X, Zhong Y, Su T, Bihi A, Zhao J, Liu T, Wang W, Hu P, Zhang M, Zhi M. Extra intravenous Ustekinumab reinduction is an effective optimization strategy for patients with refractory Crohn's disease. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1105981. [PMID: 37554510 PMCID: PMC10406215 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1105981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/10/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Ustekinumab (UST) optimization strategies, including shortening intervals and intravenous reinduction, should be administered to patients with partial or loss of respond. Evidence comparing these types of optimization treatments is limited. We evaluated the efficacy and safety of weight-based UST intravenous reinduction in patients with refractory Crohn's disease (CD). METHODS This was a single-center retrospective observational study. Optimization strategies were designed for patients showing partial or loss of response to standardized UST therapy. Clinical, biochemical, and endoscopic response and remission rate were determined by Crohn's disease activity index (CDAI), C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, and SES-CD evaluation. UST trough concentrations were detected and adverse events were recorded. RESULTS A total of 128 patients receiving UST optimization therapies were included, with 105 patients administered shortening intervals of q8w or q4w, and 23 receiving intravenous reinduction followed by subcutaneous q8w or q4w. The follow-up duration for the shortening interval and reinduction cohorts were 15.0 (10.0, 31.0) and 23.0 (13.0, 70.0) weeks, respectively. A significant CDAI delta variation pre-and post-treatment could be found between groups [17.0 (-4.4, 65.9) vs. 69.0(10.7, 151.0), p = 0.013]. the trough concentration of UST increased [2.5 (1.3, 5.3) vs. 1.1 (0.5, 2.3), p = 0.001] after intravenous reinduction. Clinical and endoscopic remission were achieved in 69.6 and 31.8% of patients in the intravenous reinduction cohort, and 62.9 and 22.2% of patients in the shortening interval cohort, respectively. No significant difference was found between groups regarding safety. CONCLUSION Intravenous reinduction brought about favorable recapture of clinical and endoscopic remission, and should have significant priority over the strategy of merely shortening drug intervals, which should be launched before switching to other biologics targeting different inflammatory pathways.Clinical Trial Registration: identifier NCT04923100. https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04923100?id=04923100&draw=2&rank=1.
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- Jiayin Yao
- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Disease, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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Sarangi SC, Pattnaik SS, Sinha S, R G. An update on efficacy and safety comparison of biologics in treatment of inflammatory bowel disease targeting TNF-α, interleukins, leukocyte trafficking, Janus-kinase, and sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2023; 17:837-861. [PMID: 36469630 DOI: 10.1080/17474124.2022.2155136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/08/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Along with the rising prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) [Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC)], biological therapies need an update/insight. AREA COVERED This review included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from PubMed database (2000-October 2022) of approved biologics and small molecules with primary outcome analysis on efficacy (clinical response/remission/mucosal healing) and/or adverse events (AEs). Considered for this review under biologics classes are TNF-α inhibitors, leukocyte trafficking inhibitors, and anti IL-12/IL-23; and under small molecules are Janus-kinase inhibitors, and sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor modulators. EXPERT OPINION In CD, clinical response and remission were better with tofacitinib (61.23%) and infliximab (44.86%), respectively, in the induction phase, and these were better with ustekinumab in the maintenance phase. In UC, the maximum rate of response, remission, and mucosal healing were obtained with infliximab during the induction phase (67.49%, 35.99%, and 60.25%, respectively). During the maintenance phase, response rate was better with ustekinumab, but remission and mucosal healing were better with vedolizumab. The combined percentage of AEs was highest with infliximab (174.45%) and least with ozanimod (23.04%), and most commonly belonged to the 'infection and infestation system organ class (SOC).' These efficacy and safety analyses will help in the optimization of biologic treatment in IBD.
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- Department of Pharmacology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, NEIGRIHMS, Shilong, India
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Desmedt V, Jauregui-Amezaga A, Fierens L, Aspeslagh S, Dekervel J, Wauters E, Peeters M, Sabino J, Crapé L, Somers M, Hoorens A, Dutré J, Lobatón T. Position statement on the management of the immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced colitis via multidisciplinary modified Delphi consensus. Eur J Cancer 2023; 187:36-57. [PMID: 37116287 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejca.2023.03.025] [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: 07/20/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 04/30/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The use of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) in cancer immunotherapy has shown increased overall survival in a wide range of cancer types with the associated risk of developing severe immune-mediated adverse events, commonly involving the gastrointestinal tract. AIM The aim of this position statement is to provide an updated practice advice to the gastroenterologists and oncologists on the diagnosis and management of ICI-induced gastrointestinal toxicity. METHODOLOGY The evidence reviewed in this paper includes a comprehensive search strategy of English language publications. Consensus was reached using a three-round modified Delphi methodology and approved by the members of the Belgian Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research and Development Group (BIRD), Belgian Society of Medical Oncology (BSMO), Belgian group of Digestive Oncology (BGDO), and Belgian Respiratory Society (BeRS). CONCLUSIONS The management of ICI-induced colitis requires an early multidisciplinary approach. A broad initial assessment is necessary (clinical presentation, laboratory markers, endoscopic and histologic examination) to confirm the diagnosis. Criteria for hospitalisation, management of ICIs, and initial endoscopic assessment are proposed. Even if corticosteroids are still considered the first-line therapy, biologics are recommended as an escalation therapy and as early treatment in patients with high-risk endoscopic findings.
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- Valérie Desmedt
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Antwerp, Belgium; Laboratory of Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP), Division of Gastroenterology-Hepatology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Belgium.
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- Department of Chronic Diseases, Metabolism and Ageing (CHROMETA), Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Leuven, Belgium
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- Respiratory Oncology Unit (Pulmonology), University Hospitals KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Digestive Oncology, University Hospital Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Algemeen Stedelijk Ziekenhuis Aalst, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Pathology, University Hospital Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ziekenhuis Netwerk Antwerpen Jan Palfijn, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospital Ghent, Belgium; Department of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Roblin X, Duru G, Papamichael K, Cheifetz AS, Kwiatek S, Berger AE, Barrau M, Waeckel L, Nancey S, Paul S. Development of Antibodies to Ustekinumab Is Associated with Loss of Response in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12103395. [PMID: 37240501 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12103395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2023] [Revised: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Monitoring of anti-drug antibodies in patients on ustekinumab is not routinely recommended in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) due to low rates of immunogenicity. AIM OF STUDY The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between anti-drug antibodies detected by a drug-tolerant assay and loss of response (LOR) to therapy in a cohort of patients with IBD being treated with ustekinumab. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective study consecutively enrolled all adult patients with moderate to severe active IBD who had at least 2 years of follow-up after ustekinumab was initiated. LOR was defined as CDAI > 220 or HBI > 4 for Crohn's disease (CD) and partial Mayo subscore > 3 for ulcerative colitis (UC) and with a modification in disease management. RESULTS Ninety patients were included (78 CD and 12 UC; mean age 37 years). Median levels of anti-ustekinumab antibodies (ATU) were significantly higher in patients with LOR compared to those with ongoing clinical response (15.2 µg/mL-eq CI (7.9-21.5) and 4.7 µg/mL-eq CI (2.1-10.5), respectively; p = 0.04). The area under the ROC curve (AUROC) for ATU in predicting LOR was 0.76. The optimal cut-off point for identifying patients with LOR was 9.5 µg/mL-eq with a sensitivity of 80% and specificity of 85%. Uni- and multivariate analyses showed that serum ATU ≥ 9.5 µg/mL-eq (hazard ratio (HR) 2.54, 95%CI (1.80-5.93)), p = 0.022, prior vedolizumab (HR 2.78, 95%CI (1.09-3.34), p = 0.019) and prior azathioprine (HR 0.54, 95%CI (0.20-0.76), p = 0.014) exposures were the only factors independently associated with LOR to UST. CONCLUSION In our real-life cohort, ATU was identified as an independent predictor of LOR to ustekinumab in patients with IBD.
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- Xavier Roblin
- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42270 Saint-Etienne, France
- CIRI-Centre International de Recherche en Infectiologie, Team GIMAP, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Inserm, U1111, CNRS, UMR5308, F42023 Saint-Etienne, France
- CIC 1408 Inserm Vaccinology, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42055 Saint-Etienne, France
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- Department of Statistics, University Claude Bernard Lyon 1, F69008 Lyon, France
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- Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Saint-Denis de la Réunion, F97400 Saint-Denis de la Réunion, France
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- CIRI-Centre International de Recherche en Infectiologie, Team GIMAP, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Inserm, U1111, CNRS, UMR5308, F42023 Saint-Etienne, France
- Immunology Department, iBioThera Reference Center, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42055 Saint-Etienne, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42270 Saint-Etienne, France
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- CIRI-Centre International de Recherche en Infectiologie, Team GIMAP, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Inserm, U1111, CNRS, UMR5308, F42023 Saint-Etienne, France
- Immunology Department, iBioThera Reference Center, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42055 Saint-Etienne, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyon Sud Hospital, Hospices Civils de Lyon, University Claude Bernard Lyon 1 and INSERM U1111, F69003 Lyon, France
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- CIRI-Centre International de Recherche en Infectiologie, Team GIMAP, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Inserm, U1111, CNRS, UMR5308, F42023 Saint-Etienne, France
- CIC 1408 Inserm Vaccinology, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42055 Saint-Etienne, France
- Immunology Department, iBioThera Reference Center, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, F42055 Saint-Etienne, France
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Pizano-Martinez O, Mendieta-Condado E, Vázquez-Del Mercado M, Martínez-García EA, Chavarria-Avila E, Ortuño-Sahagún D, Márquez-Aguirre AL. Anti-Drug Antibodies in the Biological Therapy of Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12093271. [PMID: 37176711 PMCID: PMC10179320 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12093271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Revised: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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Autoimmune rheumatic diseases are a cluster of heterogeneous disorders that share some clinical symptoms such as pain, tissue damage, immune deregulation, and the presence of inflammatory mediators. Biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs are some of the most effective treatments for rheumatic diseases. However, their molecular and pharmacological complexity makes them potentially immunogenic and capable of inducing the development of anti-drug antibodies. TNF inhibitors appear to be the main contributors to immunogenicity because they are widely used, especially in rheumatoid arthritis. Immunogenicity response on these treatments is crucial since the appearance of ADAs has consequences in terms of safety and efficacy. Therefore, this review proposes an overview of the immunogenicity of biological agents used in autoimmune rheumatic diseases highlighting the prevalence of anti-drug antibodies.
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- Oscar Pizano-Martinez
- Instituto de Investigación en Reumatología y del Sistema Músculo-Esquelético (IIRSME), Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Departamento de Morfología, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Cuerpo Académico UDG-CA-703, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
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- Laboratorio Estatal de Salud Pública (LESP), Secretaría de Salud Jalisco, Zapopan 46170, JAL, Mexico
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- Instituto de Investigación en Reumatología y del Sistema Músculo-Esquelético (IIRSME), Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Cuerpo Académico UDG-CA-703, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Departamento de Biología Molecular y Genómica, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
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- Instituto de Investigación en Reumatología y del Sistema Músculo-Esquelético (IIRSME), Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Cuerpo Académico UDG-CA-703, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Departamento de Fisiología, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
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- Instituto de Investigación en Reumatología y del Sistema Músculo-Esquelético (IIRSME), Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Departamento de Disciplinas Filosófico, Metodológicas e Instrumentales, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
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- Departamento de Biología Molecular y Genómica, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Instituto de Investigación en Ciencias Biomédicas (IICB), Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
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- Departamento de Biología Molecular y Genómica, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, JAL, Mexico
- Unidad de Biotecnología Médica y Farmacéutica, Centro de Investigación y Asistencia en Tecnología y Diseño del Estado de Jalisco A.C. (CIATEJ), Guadalajara 44270, JAL, Mexico
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Miyatani Y, Kobayashi T. De-escalation of Therapy in Patients with Quiescent Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Gut Liver 2023; 17:181-189. [PMID: 36375794 PMCID: PMC10018304 DOI: 10.5009/gnl220070] [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: 02/20/2022] [Revised: 05/25/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic disease of unknown origin that requires long-term treatment. The optical duration of maintenance treatment once remission has been achieved remains unclear. When discussing a de-escalation strategy, not only the likelihood of relapse but also, the outcome of retreatment for relapse after de-escalation should be considered. Previous evidence has demonstrated controversial results for risk factors for relapse after de-escalation due to the various definitions of remission and relapse. In fact, endoscopic or histologic remission has been suggested as a treatment target; however, it might not always be indicative of a successful drug withdrawal. For better risk stratification of relapse after de-escalation, it may be necessary to evaluate both the current and previous treatments. Following de-escalation, biomarkers should be closely monitored. In addition to the risk of relapse, a comprehensive understanding of the overall outcome, such as the long-term safety, patient quality of life, and impact on healthcare costs, is necessary. Therefore, a shared decision-making with patients on a case-by-case basis is imperative.
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- Yusuke Miyatani
- Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Bozon A, Nancey S, Serrero M, Caillo L, Gilletta C, Benezech A, Combes R, Danan G, Akouete S, Pages L, Bourgaux JF, Cosquer GL, Boivineau L, Meszaros M, Altwegg R. Risk of Infection in Elderly Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease under biologics: A Prospective, Multicenter, Observational, One-Year follow-up comparative study. Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol 2023; 47:102107. [PMID: 36906225 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinre.2023.102107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2022] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The emergence of biologics has improved the course of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) in the elderly population despite a potential higher risk of infections. We conducted a one-year, prospective, multicenter, observational study to determine the frequency of occurrence of at least one infectious event in elderly IBD patients under anti-TNF therapy compared with that in elderly patients under vedolizumab or ustekinumab therapies . METHODS All IBD patients over 65 years exposed to anti-TNF, vedolizumab or ustekinumab therapies were included. The primary endpoint was the prevalence of at least one infection during the whole one year follow-up. RESULTS Among the 207 consecutive elderly IBD patients prospectively enrolled, 113 were treated with anti-TNF and 94 with vedolizumab (n=63) or ustekinumab (n=31) (median age 71 years, 112 Crohn's disease). The Charlson index was similar between patients under anti-TNF and those under vedolizumab or ustekinumab as well as the proportion of patients under combination therapy and under concomitant steroid therapy did not differ between both both groups. The prevalence of infections was similar in patients under anti-TNF and in those under vedolizumab or ustekinumab (29% versus 28%, respectively; p=0.81). There was no difference in terms of type and severity of infection and of infection-related hospitalization rate. In multivariate regression analysis, only the Charlson comorbidity index (≥ 1) was identified as a significant and independent risk factor of infection (p=0.03). CONCLUSION Around 30 % of elderly patients with IBD under biologics experienced at least one infection during the one-year study follow-up period. The risk of occurrence of infection does not differ between anti-TNF and vedolizumab or ustekinumab therapies, and only the associated comorbidity was linked with the risk of infection.
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- Anne Bozon
- Department of Gastroenterology, Saint-Eloi Hospital, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyon-Sud University Hospital, Hospices Civils de Lyon and INSERMU1111-CIRI, Lyon, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Marseille Nord Hospital, APHM, Marseille, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital of Nîmes, Nîmes, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Henri Duffaut Hospital, Avignon, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Languedoc Gastroentérologie, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Gastrodoc, Montpellier, France
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- Clinical Research and Epidemiology Unit, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Clinical Research and Epidemiology Unit, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Saint-Eloi Hospital, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Saint-Eloi Hospital, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Saint-Eloi Hospital, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier, France.
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Alhalabi M. Ustekinumab for steroid-refractory pancolitis in a biologically naive child: A case report and literature review. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e33061. [PMID: 36862878 PMCID: PMC9981362 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000033061] [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] [Indexed: 03/04/2023] Open
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Ustekinumab is not recommended for the treatment of children with inflammatory bowel disease, but its off-label use is increasing despite a lack of pediatric pharmacokinetic data. The purpose of this review is to evaluate the therapeutic effects of Ustekinumab on children with inflammatory bowel disease and to recommend the best treatment regimen. Ustekinumab was the first biological treatment for a 10-year-old Syrian boy with steroid-refractory pancolitis who weighed 34 kg. A 260 mg/kg (~6 mg/kg) intravenous dose was followed by 90 mg of subcutaneous Ustekinumab at week 8 (induction). The patient was supposed to receive the first maintenance dose after twelve weeks, but after ten weeks, he developed acute severe ulcerative colitis which was managed according to treatment guidelines, except receiving 90 mg of subcutaneous Ustekinumab when he was discharged. The maintenance dose of 90 mg subcutaneous Ustekinumab was intensified to every 8 weeks. Throughout the treatment period, he achieved and maintained clinical remission. In pediatric inflammatory bowel disease, a dose of intravenous ~6 mg/kg of Ustekinumab is a common induction regimen, while children weighing < 40 kg may require a dose of 9 mg/kg. For maintenance, children may require 90 mg of subcutaneous Ustekinumab every 8 weeks. The outcome of this case report is interesting with improved clinical remission and highlighting the expansion of clinical trials on Ustekinumab for children.
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- Marouf Alhalabi
- Syrian Board in Gastroenterology, a Gastroenterologist at the Gastroenterology Department of Damascus Hospital, Damascus, Syria
- * Correspondence: Marouf Alhalabi, Syrian Board in Gastroenterology, a Gastroenterologist at the Gastroenterology Department of Damascus Hospital, Almujtahed Street, Damascus, Syria (e-mail: )
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Esaki M, Ihara Y, Tominaga N, Takedomi H, Tsuruoka N, Akutagawa T, Yukimoto T, Kawasaki K, Umeno J, Torisu T, Sakata Y. Predictive factors of the clinical efficacy of ustekinumab in patients with refractory Crohn's disease: tertiary centers experience in Japan. Int J Colorectal Dis 2023; 38:57. [PMID: 36856849 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-023-04359-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Therapeutic efficacy of ustekinumab in the real-world data is limited in patients with refractory Crohn's disease (CD). In addition, factors predictive of better therapeutic efficacy of ustekinumab remains unsolved in CD. We aimed to evaluate therapeutic efficacy of ustekinumab in patients with refractory CD and to identify the factors associated with the efficacy of ustekinumab. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 72 patients treated with ustekinumab for refractory CD. Therapeutic efficacy was assessed at weeks 8, 26, 52, and 104 on the basis of dual remission, defined as the combination of Crohn's Disease Activity Index < 150 and CRP < 0.3 mg/dL, and factors predictive of the induction and maintenance of dual remission were investigated. The cumulative continuation rates and safety of ustekinumab were assessed. RESULTS The dual remission rates at weeks 8, 26, 52, and 104 were 31.9%, 37.9%, 47.5%, and 42.6%, respectively. A short disease duration (≤ 2 years) and higher baseline serum albumin levels (≥ 3.1 g/dL) were positively associated with dual remission at weeks 8 and 52. Meanwhile, higher serum CRP levels (≥ 1.19 mg/dL) were negatively associated with dual remission at week 8. The cumulative ustekinumab continuation rate was favorable, and no severe adverse events were found. CONCLUSION A short disease duration and higher baseline serum albumin levels might be predictive of favorable therapeutic efficacy of ustekinumab in refractory CD. Induction efficacy appears to be lower in patients with higher serum CRP levels.
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- Motohiro Esaki
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, 849-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Saga Medical Center Koseikan, Saga, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, 849-8501, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, 849-8501, Japan
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- Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics, Saga University Hospital, Saga, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, 849-8501, Japan
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, 849-8501, Japan
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Liefferinckx C, Hubert A, Thomas D, Bottieau J, Minsart C, Cremer A, Amininejad L, Vallée F, Toubeau JF, Franchimont D. Predictive models assessing the response to ustekinumab highlight the value of therapeutic drug monitoring in Crohn's disease. Dig Liver Dis 2023; 55:366-372. [PMID: 35977875 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2022.07.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite the therapeutic efficacy of Ustekinumab (UST) in Crohn's disease (CD), loss of response (LOR) is observed over time. This study aims to evaluate the impact of the UST pharmacokinetics (PK) at induction on clinical and endoscopic outcomes, as well as to find predictive markers of UST response. METHODS This retrospective study included 80 CD patients. Pharmacokinetics data (trough levels (TLs)) combined with clinical and biological parameters were fed into tailored logistic regression and tree-based ensemble techniques to predict clinical and endoscopic outcomes at one year of follow-up. RESULTS TLs at week 16 were significantly lower among patients with moderate to severe endoscopic activity during the follow-up (p = 0.04). The best model to predict endoscopic outcome was obtained at week 16 by Random Forest with an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of 0.92 ± 0.08, sensitivity 91% and specificity 75%, with key inputs such as lymphocyte and monocyte counts at week 8, and UST TLs and CRP at week 16. CONCLUSIONS This real-world study confirms the relationship between early UST TLs and both clinical and endoscopic outcomes. Models were developed for the task of predicting clinical and endoscopic remission in CD patients treated with UST, highlighting the clinical relevance of UST TLs at week 16.
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- Claire Liefferinckx
- Laboratory of Experimental Gastroenterology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, Brussels 1070, Belgium; Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Gastroenterology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, Brussels 1070, Belgium; Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Gastroenterology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, Brussels 1070, Belgium; Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Gastroenterology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, Brussels 1070, Belgium; Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Mons, Mons, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Gastroenterology, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik 808, Brussels 1070, Belgium; Department of Gastroenterology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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Shehab M, Alrashed F, Heron V, Restellini S, Bessissow T. Comparative Efficacy of Biologic Therapies for Inducing Response and Remission in Fistulizing Crohn's Disease: Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Inflamm Bowel Dis 2023; 29:367-375. [PMID: 35604382 DOI: 10.1093/ibd/izac103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND The medical treatment of fistulizing Crohn's disease (CD) remains a challenge to clinicians. Over the last 20 years, biologic therapies have been the mainstay of medical treatment of fistulizing CD. The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of biologic therapies in inducing response and remission in fistulizing CD. METHODS We performed a systematic review of the EMBASE, MEDLINE, and Cochrane Central databases from inception to December 2021. Inclusion criteria were any randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that evaluated the efficacy of biologic therapies against an active comparator or placebo for induction of response or remission in adults with fistulizing CD. The proportion of patients with fistula response or remission, as defined by each clinical trial, was our primary study outcome. A Bayesian random-effects network meta-analysis was used to measure treatment effects and results were reported as odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). RESULTS In our analysis, 10 studies were included, and all were RCTs. Infliximab was superior to adalimumab in inducing response (OR, 0.24; 95% CI, 0.06-0.99) but not in inducing remission (OR, 0.31; 95% CI, 0.04-2.27). Tumor necrosis factor antagonists were superior to placebo in the induction of response (OR, 0.51; 95% CI, 0.35-0.750) and remission (OR, 0.36; 95% CI, 0.22-0.58). Infliximab was superior to placebo in inducing response (OR, 0.36; 95% CI, 0.17-0.75) and remission (OR, 0.17; 95% CI, 0.03-0.87). Ustekinumab was superior to placebo in inducing response (OR, 0.48; 95% CI, 0.26-0.860) but not in inducing remission (OR, 0.50; 95% CI, 0.13-1.93). When comparing biologic therapies against each other, there was no statistical difference in inducing remission. Vedolizumab was not superior to placebo in inducing remission (OR, 0.32; 95% CI, 0.04-2.29). Certolizumab was not superior to placebo in inducing response (OR, 0.78; 95% CI, 0.40-1.55) or remission (OR, 0.78; 95% CI, 0.40-1.55). CONCLUSIONS Tumor necrosis factor antagonists are effective in inducing response and remission in fistulizing CD. Infliximab was superior to adalimumab for inducing response but not for inducing remission. Ustekinumab is effective in the induction of response but not in the induction of remission. When compared against each other, biologic therapies showed no significant difference in the induction of remission. Based on the available data, infliximab is the preferred first-line treatment. As for other biologics, the limited published data do not allow us to make firm recommendations. This study supports current practice and emphasizes the need for dedicated RCTs to evaluate the efficacy of biologic therapies in fistulizing CD.
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- Mohammad Shehab
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mubarak Alkabeer University Hospital, Aljabreyah, Kuwait
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- Department of Public Health, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmacy, Health Science Center, Kuwait University, Jabirya, Kuwait
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital, University of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Division of Qastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University Hospital of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Montreal General Hospital, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Viazis N, Drygiannakis I, Karmiris K, Theodoropoulou A, Zampeli E, Tzouvala M, Bamias G, Liatsos C, Theocharis G, Vrakas S, Tsironi E, Mathou N, Mantaka A, Christidou A, Koustenis K, Veretanos C, Papathanasiou E, Zacharopoulou E, Tribonias G, Kitsou V, Kartsoli S, Theodoulou A, Michopoulos S, Thomopoulos K, Koutroubakis IE, Mantzaris GJ. The natural history of COVID-19 in vaccinated inflammatory bowel disease patients. Dig Liver Dis 2023; 55:305-309. [PMID: 36658043 PMCID: PMC9843500 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2022.12.012] [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: 09/26/2022] [Revised: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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AIM Assess the characteristics of break through COVID-19 in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients, despite complete vaccination. METHODS Patients who reported a COVID-19 at least 3 weeks after complete vaccination were asked to answer an on-line anonymous questionnaire which included patient and disease characteristics, vaccination history, and the evolution of COVID-19. RESULTS Among 3240 IBD patients who reported complete vaccination between 1st May 2021 and 30thJune 2022, 402 (12.4%) were infected by SARS Cov-2 [223 male, 216 Crohn's disease (CD), 186 Ulcerative Colitis (UC), mean (SD) age 42.3 (14.9) years, mean (SD) IBD duration 10.1 (9.7) years]. Three hundred and sixty-nine patients (91.8%) were infected once and 33 (8.2%) twice. The mean (SD) time between last vaccination and infection was 4.1 (1.6) months. Overall, 351 (87.3%) patients reported mild constitutional and/or respiratory symptoms, 34 (8.4%) were asymptomatic and only 17 patients (4.2%) required hospitalization. Of hospitalized patients, 2 UC patients died of COVID-19 pneumonia. The remaining hospitalized patients did not need high flow oxygen supply or ICU admission. CONCLUSIONS A minority of completely vaccinated IBD patients developed COVID-19 which evolved with mild symptoms and a favorable outcome. These results reinforce the importance of vaccination especially in vulnerable populations.
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- N Viazis
- Gastroenterology Department, Evangelismos-Polykliniki General Hospital, Athens, Greece.
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital of Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Venizeleio General Hospital Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Venizeleio General Hospital Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Alexandra General Hospital, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, General Hospital Nikaia Piraeus Agios Panteleimon-General Hospital Dytikis Attikis Agia Varvara, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Unit, 3rd Academic Department of Internal Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Sotiria Hospital, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, 401 General Military Hospital of Athens, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital of Patras, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Tzaneio Hospital, Piraeus, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Metaxa Hospital, Piraeus, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, "Konstantopoulio-Patision" General District Hospital, Nea Ionia, Athens, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, General Hospital of Chania, Crete, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Evangelismos-Polykliniki General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Evangelismos-Polykliniki General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Evangelismos-Polykliniki General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Alexandra General Hospital, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, General Hospital Nikaia Piraeus Agios Panteleimon-General Hospital Dytikis Attikis Agia Varvara, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, General Hospital Nikaia Piraeus Agios Panteleimon-General Hospital Dytikis Attikis Agia Varvara, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Unit, 3rd Academic Department of Internal Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Sotiria Hospital, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Tzaneio Hospital, Piraeus, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Metaxa Hospital, Piraeus, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Alexandra General Hospital, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital of Patras, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, University Hospital of Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Gastroenterology Department, Evangelismos-Polykliniki General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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