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Malagón T, Franco EL, Tejada R, Vaccarella S. Epidemiology of HPV-associated cancers past, present and future: towards prevention and elimination. Nat Rev Clin Oncol 2024:10.1038/s41571-024-00904-z. [PMID: 38760499 DOI: 10.1038/s41571-024-00904-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024]
Abstract
Cervical cancer is the first cancer deemed amenable to elimination through prevention, and thus lessons from the epidemiology and prevention of this cancer type can provide information on strategies to manage other cancers. Infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) causes virtually all cervical cancers, and an important proportion of oropharyngeal, anal and genital cancers. Whereas 20th century prevention efforts were dominated by cytology-based screening, the present and future of HPV-associated cancer prevention relies mostly on HPV vaccination and molecular screening tests. In this Review, we provide an overview of the epidemiology of HPV-associated cancers, their disease burden, how past and contemporary preventive interventions have shaped their incidence and mortality, and the potential for elimination. We particularly focus on the cofactors that could have the greatest effect on prevention efforts, such as parity and human immunodeficiency virus infection, as well as on social determinants of health. Given that the incidence of and mortality from HPV-associated cancers remain strongly associated with the socioeconomic status of individuals and the human development index of countries, elimination efforts are unlikely to succeed unless prevention efforts focus on health equity, with a commitment to both primary and secondary prevention.
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- Talía Malagón
- Department of Oncology, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada.
- St Mary's Research Centre, Montréal West Island CIUSSS, Montréal, Quebec, Canada.
- Department of Epidemiology Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada.
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- Department of Oncology, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Epidemiology Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Oncology, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Epidemiology Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Brzeziński M, Stukan M. Anal Cancer and Anal Intraepithelial Neoplasia Risk among Patients Treated for HPV-Related Gynecological Diseases-A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4216. [PMID: 37445251 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12134216] [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: 05/11/2023] [Revised: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 06/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The most important causative agent of neoplasms in the anogenital area is the human papillomavirus (HPV). Due to the anatomical proximity of the genital and anus area and the ease with which HPV infection is transmitted, it seems that patients after the treatment of HPV-related gynecological diseases may have an increased risk of developing a second HPV-related neoplasm anal cancer. The aim of this study was to determine the risk of anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN) and anal cancer (AC) among patients after the treatment of HPV-related gynecological diseases. METHODS We conducted a comprehensive review of the available literature from multiple databases. The study was performed following Cochrane Reviewers' Handbook and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2009 guidelines. Moreover, we assessed the quality of each study using QUADAS-2. RESULTS Twenty-five studies were included in the final analysis. Patients after the treatment of HPV-related gynecological diseases have a significantly higher risk of AC (mean standardized incidence ratio (SIR) = 5.387, mean incidence risk (IR) = 0.096%, mean IR per 100,000 person-years = 10.37) and AIN (mean IR = 23.683%) compared to the population risk. CONCLUSIONS patients with HPV-related gynecological diseases should constitute a group for which an appropriate primary and secondary screening for AC should be introduced.
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- Michał Brzeziński
- Department of Gynecological Oncology, Pomeranian Hospitals, 81-519 Gdynia, Poland
- Division of Oncological Propedeutics, Medical University of Gdańsk, 80-210 Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Gynecological Oncology, Pomeranian Hospitals, 81-519 Gdynia, Poland
- Division of Oncological Propedeutics, Medical University of Gdańsk, 80-210 Gdańsk, Poland
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Waters AV, Dorsey KA, Allston A, Woods A, Furness BW, Doshi RK. Risk Factors for Human Papillomavirus-Associated Cancers Among People Living with HIV in Washington, District of Columbia. AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses 2023; 39:195-203. [PMID: 36656664 PMCID: PMC10958483 DOI: 10.1089/aid.2022.0128] [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] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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District of Columbia (DC) has high rates of HIV infection and human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated cancers. People living with HIV (PLWH) are at risk for developing HPV-associated cancers. Previous studies identified factors that may further increase the risk of HPV-associated cancer among PLWH such as age, race/ethnicity, sex, risk factor for HIV transmission, stage of HIV infection, and age at HIV diagnosis. The extent to which PLWH in DC are affected by HPV-associated cancers has not previously been well described, and to our knowledge, the relationship between bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and subsequent development of HPV-associated cancer among PLWH in DC has not been explored. This was a retrospective case-control analysis of surveillance data on cancer, STIs, and HIV in Washington, DC from 1996 to 2015. There were 20,744 PLWH included in this study, of whom 335 (1.6%) had been diagnosed with an HPV-associated cancer. Among males living with HIV (MLWH), for every additional STI per 10 person-years, risk of developing an HPV-associated cancer increased by 11%. Exposure to STIs was not a significant risk factor for HPV-associated cancer among females. Ever being diagnosed with stage three HIV infection increased risk of HPV-associated cancers among males by 109% and females living with HIV by 111%. STI exposures were associated with HPV-associated cancers among MLWH in DC and ever being diagnosed with advanced HIV infection was associated with HPV-associated cancers among all PLWH. Clinicians treating MLWH should ensure their patients receive primary HPV infection prevention and HPV-associated cancer screenings.
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- Ansley V. Waters
- Department of Epidemiology, Milken School of Public Health, George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Milken School of Public Health, George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration, District of Columbia Department of Health, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration, District of Columbia Department of Health, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- District of Columbia Cancer Registry, District of Columbia Department of Health, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration, District of Columbia Department of Health, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Milken School of Public Health, George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Administration, District of Columbia Department of Health, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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Damgacioglu H, Lin YY, Ortiz AP, Wu CF, Shahmoradi Z, Shyu SS, Li R, Nyitray AG, Sigel K, Clifford GM, Jay N, Lopez VC, Barnell GM, Chiao EY, Stier EA, Ortiz-Ortiz KJ, Ramos-Cartagena JM, Sonawane K, Deshmukh AA. State Variation in Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anus Incidence and Mortality, and Association With HIV/AIDS and Smoking in the United States. J Clin Oncol 2023; 41:1228-1238. [PMID: 36441987 PMCID: PMC9937095 DOI: 10.1200/jco.22.01390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2022] [Revised: 10/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Squamous cell carcinoma of the anus (SCCA) incidence and mortality rates are rising in the United States. Understanding state-level incidence and mortality patterns and associations with smoking and AIDS prevalence (key risk factors) could help unravel disparities and provide etiologic clues. METHODS Using the US Cancer Statistics and the National Center for Health Statistics data sets, we estimated state-level SCCA incidence and mortality rates. Rate ratios (RRs) were calculated to compare incidence and mortality in 2014-2018 versus 2001-2005. The correlations between SCCA incidence with current smoking (from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System) and AIDS (from the HIV Surveillance system) prevalence were evaluated using Spearman's rank correlation coefficient. RESULTS Nationally, SCCA incidence and mortality rates (per 100,000) increased among men (incidence, 2.29-3.36, mortality, 0.46-0.74) and women (incidence, 3.88-6.30, mortality, 0.65-1.02) age ≥ 50 years, but decreased among men age < 50 years and were stable among similar-aged women. In state-level analysis, a marked increase in incidence (≥ 1.5-fold for men and ≥ two-fold for women) and mortality (≥ two-fold) for persons age ≥ 50 years was largely concentrated in the Midwestern and Southeastern states. State-level SCCA incidence rates in recent years (2014-2018) among men were correlated (r = 0.47, P < .001) with state-level AIDS prevalence patterns. For women, a correlation was observed between state-level SCCA incidence rates and smoking prevalence (r = 0.49, P < .001). CONCLUSION During 2001-2005 to 2014-2018, SCCA incidence and mortality nearly doubled among men and women age ≥ 50 years living in Midwest and Southeast. State variation in AIDS and smoking patterns may explain variation in SCCA incidence. Improved and targeted prevention is needed to combat the rise in SCCA incidence and mitigate magnifying geographic disparities.
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- Haluk Damgacioglu
- Center for Health Services Research, Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Center for Health Services Research, Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- University of Puerto Rico (UPR) Comprehensive Cancer Center, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Department of Health Services Research, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Center for Health Services Research, Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Center for Health Services Research, Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
- Department of Biostatistics and Data Science, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Department of Biostatistics and Data Science, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Clinical Cancer Center, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
- Center for AIDS Intervention Research, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mt Sinai Icahn School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France
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- Anal Neoplasia Clinic, Research, and Education Center, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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- University of Puerto Rico (UPR) Comprehensive Cancer Center, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Kaiser Permanente, Oakland Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Oakland, CA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Boston Medical Center/Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
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- University of Puerto Rico (UPR) Comprehensive Cancer Center, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- The University of Puerto Rico/MD Anderson Cancer Center Partnership for Excellence in Cancer Research Program, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
- Hollings Cancer Center, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
- Hollings Cancer Center, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
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Wei F, Xia N, Ocampo R, Goodman MT, Hessol NA, Grinsztejn B, Ortiz AP, Zhao F, Kojic EM, Kaul R, Heard I, Morhason-Bello IO, Moscicki AB, de Pokomandy A, Palefsky JM, Rodrigues LLS, Dube Mandishora RS, Ramautarsing RA, Franceschi S, Godbole SV, Tso FK, Menezes LJ, Lin C, Clifford GM. Age-Specific Prevalence of Anal and Cervical Human Papillomavirus Infection and High-Grade Lesions in 11 177 Women by Human Immunodeficiency Virus Status: A Collaborative Pooled Analysis of 26 Studies. J Infect Dis 2023; 227:488-497. [PMID: 35325151 PMCID: PMC10152502 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiac108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Age-specific data on anal, and corresponding cervical, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection are needed to inform female anal cancer prevention. METHODS We centrally reanalyzed individual-level data from 26 studies reporting HPV prevalence in paired anal and cervical samples by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) status and age. For women with HIV (WWH) with anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions or worse (HSIL+), we also investigated concurrent cervical cytopathology. RESULTS In HIV-negative women, HPV16 prevalence decreased significantly with age, both at anus (4.3% at 15-24 years to 1.0% at ≥55 years; ptrend = 0.0026) and cervix (7.4% to 1.7%; ptrend < 0.0001). In WWH, HPV16 prevalence decreased with age at cervix (18.3% to 7.2%; ptrend = 0.0035) but not anus (11.5% to 13.9%; ptrend = 0.5412). Given anal HPV16 positivity, concurrent cervical HPV16 positivity also decreased with age, both in HIV-negative women (ptrend = 0.0005) and WWH (ptrend = 0.0166). Among 48 WWH with HPV16-positive anal HSIL+, 27 (56%) were cervical high-risk HPV-positive, including 8 with cervical HPV16, and 5 were cervical HSIL+. CONCLUSIONS Age-specific shifts in HPV16 prevalence from cervix to anus suggest that HPV infections in the anus persist longer, or occur later in life, than in the cervix, particularly in WWH. This is an important consideration when assessing the utility of cervical screening results to stratify anal cancer risk.
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- Feixue Wei
- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer/World Health Organization, Lyon, France
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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- Agencia Costarricense de Investigaciones Biomédicas-Fundación INCIENSA, San José, Costa Rica
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- Cancer Prevention and Control Program, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of California, San Francisco, California, USA
- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Instituto Nacional de Infectologia Evandro Chagas, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Puerto Rico Cancer Control and Population Sciences Division, University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Graduate School of Public Health, Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Department of Cancer Epidemiology, National Cancer Center & Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, Mount Sinai West and Morningside, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Toronto and University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine, Institut Endocrinologie, Maladies Métaboliques et Médecine Interne, Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris, Groupe Hospitalier Pitié- Salpêtrière, Paris, France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
- Institute of Advanced Medical Research and Training, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
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- McGill University Department of Family Medicine and McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Instituto de Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal do Oeste do Pará, Santarém, Pará, Brazil
- Laboratório de AIDS e Imunologia Molecular, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer/World Health Organization, Lyon, France
- Medical Microbiology Unit, University of Zimbabwe Faculty of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Centro di Riferimento Oncologico, Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico, Aviano, Italy
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- Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Indian Council of Medical Research, National AIDS Research Institute, Pune, India
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- Department of Gynecology, Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Division of Infectious Disease and International Medicine, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- National Cancer Center, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, and Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer/World Health Organization, Lyon, France
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Demes M, Pession U, Jeroch J, Schulze F, Eichler K, Martin D, Wild P, Waidmann O. Site of analysis matters - Ongoing complete response to Nivolumab in a patient with HIV/HPV related metastatic anal cancer and MLH1 mutation. Oncotarget 2022; 13:1034-1042. [PMID: 36128324 PMCID: PMC9477220 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.28274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
Abstract
Anal cancer is a rare disease with increasing incidence. In patients with locally recurrent or metastatic disease which cannot be treated with chemoradiotherapy or salvage surgery systemic first-line chemotherapy with carboplatin and paclitaxel is standard of care. For patients who progress after first-line therapy and are still eligible for second-line therapy Programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) antibodies are potential therapeutic options. However, prediction of response to immunotherapy is still challenging including anal cancer. We report here to our knowledge the first anal cancer case with microsatellite instability (MSI) due to MLH1 mutation and a deep and ongoing response to Nivolumab treatment. Namely, thorough analysis of the primary tumor as well as metastatic sites by next generation sequencing (NGS) revealed that MSI was formally only found in the metastatic sites but not in the primary tumor. Concomitantly, tumor mutational burden (TMB) was higher in the metastatic site than in the primary tumor. Therefore, we conclude that all anal cancer patients should be tested for MSI and whenever possible molecular analysis should be performed rather from metastatic sites than from the primary tumor.
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- Melanie Demes
- Dr. Senckenbergisches Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Klinik für Allgemein- und Viszeralchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Dr. Senckenbergisches Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Dr. Senckenbergisches Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Klinik für Strahlentherapie und Onkologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Dr. Senckenbergisches Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
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- Universitäres Centrum für Tumorerkrankungen (UCT), Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Medizinische Klinik 1, Schwerpunkte Gastroenterologie und Hepatologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt 60590, Germany
- Centrum für Hämatologie und Onkologie, Frankfurt 60389, Germany
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Compton ML, Taylor SS, Weeks AG, Weiss VL, Hogan MM, Wang H, Ely KA. Cytology and LGBT+ health: establishing inclusive cancer screening programs. J Am Soc Cytopathol 2022; 11:241-252. [PMID: 35840516 PMCID: PMC10132263 DOI: 10.1016/j.jasc.2022.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
There are substantial disparities in cancer screening for sexual minorities and gender non-conforming patients. In additional to patients having trauma due to negative experiences with the healthcare system, disparities may be heightened due to heteronormative and cisnormative design of screening programs and electronic medical record systems. Furthermore, there are morphologic challenges specific to certain specimen types from the LGBT + population, such as anal cytology samples, cervical cytology from transgender men taking testosterone, and neovaginal cytology samples. Men who have sex with men are at increased risk for anal cancer compared with the general population. While early detection of anal dysplasia decreases the risk of invasive carcinoma, screening programs are not widespread. Cervical cancer screening may be psychologically and physically challenging for transgender men and non-binary patients. The use of exogenous testosterone therapy causes atrophic changes in cervical cytology samples which mimic high-grade dysplasia. The rate of unsatisfactory samples are also increased in this population. Although HPV driven cancers have been reported in patients with neovaginas, there are currently no guidelines about appropriate screening for transgender women and intersex patients who have neovaginas. Cytopathologists can optimize the health of LGBT + patients in many ways including advocating for inclusive screening guidelines, validating self-collection for HPV and cytology samples, updating requisition forms to better capture the spectrum of gender expression, and recognizing the morphologic changes in cytology samples due to exogenous hormone use.
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- Margaret L Compton
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee.
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- Vanderbilt University Medical Center for Transgender Health, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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Zhang ER, Pfeiffer RM, Austin A, Clarke MA, Hayes J, Horner MJ, Monterosso A, Pawlish KS, Engels EA, Shiels MS. Impact of HIV on Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Rates in the United States, 2001-2015. J Natl Cancer Inst 2022; 114:1246-1252. [PMID: 35575389 DOI: 10.1093/jnci/djac103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Incidence of anal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) has increased in the U.S. Persons living with HIV (PLWH) have an elevated risk of anal SCC, and changes in the number of anal SCCs among PLWH may have influenced general population trends. METHODS Data were obtained from a linkage of HIV and cancer registries in 12 U.S. regions. The proportion of anal SCCs occurring among PLWH was estimated by sex, age group and race and ethnicity. To assess the impact of anal SCCs among PLWH on general population trends, annual percentage changes (APCs) in incidence rates including and excluding anal SCCs among PLWH were estimated. RESULTS Between 2001-2015, 14.5% of 16,110 anal SCC diagnoses occurred in PLWH. In 2013-2015, 33% of anal SCCs among men occurred in PLWH, but only 3% among women. The proportion of anal SCCs among PLWH was highest among 20-49-year-olds and Black and Hispanic individuals. General population anal SCC trends among men were strongly influenced by cases among PLWH: rates increased 4.6%/year [95% confidence interval (CI): 1.4%, 8.0%] from 2001-2009 followed by a non-significant decline (APC: -2.7%/year [95%CI: -7.1, 2.0%]) from 2009-2015, but without anal SCCs among PLWH, rates were stable (APC: 0.7%, [95%CI: -0.8%-2.3%]). Anal SCC rates among women increased 3.8%/year (95%CI 3.2%-4.4%) during 2001-2012 and then declined non-significantly (APC=-3.8; 95%CI -6.9, -0.6), and anal SCCs among PLWH had little impact on these trends. CONCLUSION During 2001-2015, anal SCCs among PLWH contributed strongly to changes in incidence trends in the general U.S. population among men, but not women.
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- Elizabeth R Zhang
- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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- New York State Cancer Registry, New York Department of Health, Albany, NY; United States
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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- Maryland Cancer Registry,Maryland Department of Health, Baltimore, MD; United States
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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- HIV/STD/HCV Epidemiology and Surveillance, Branch, Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX; United States
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- New Jersey State Cancer Registry, New Jersey Department of Health, Trenton, NJ; United States
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD; United States
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Chaussade H, Le Marec F, Coureau G, Leleux O, Neau D, Lazaro E, Amadeo B, Duffau P, Ferrand H, Courtault C, Foucan AS, Wittkop L, Bonnet F. Incidence of lung and human papilloma virus-associated malignancies in HIV-infected patients. AIDS 2022; 36:665-673. [PMID: 34923517 DOI: 10.1097/qad.0000000000003152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Cancers represent one of the leading cause of mortality/morbidity in patients with HIV (PWH) in industrialized countries. The objective of our study was to compare incidence of lung and human papilloma virus (HPV)-related cancers among PWH with general population over the 2010-2017 period. DESIGN Prospective and multicenter cohort study. METHODS The study included patients with lung and HPV-related cancers from the ANRS CO3 Aquitaine cohort (PWH) and the general population-based cancer registry in Gironde area. We calculated incidence rates for 100 000 person-years and incidence rate ratios (IRR). RESULTS Among the 3572 PWH, 70 cancers were diagnosed in 68 patients including 35 lung and 35 HPV-related cancers (18 oropharyngeal, 11 anal, 6 cervix). Incidence rates of lung and HPV-related-cancers were 311.1 in PWH and 209.8 in general population for 100 000 person-years, respectively. IRR were significantly increased in PWH for lung 1.8 [1.4-2.2] and HPV-related cancer 1.3 [1.0-1.6] and particularly high for patients between 40 and 49 years old [IRR 4.4 (2.3-8.4) for lung cancer and 3.7 (2.1-6.5) for HPV-related cancer]. CONCLUSION We emphasized the persistent high risk of lung and HPV-related cancer despite advent of antiretroviral therapies, particularly in the age strata of 40-49 years. Screening procedures should take into account this finding.
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- Hélène Chaussade
- CHU Bordeaux, Services de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses
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- University Bordeaux, ISPED, Inserm, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, team MORPH3Eus
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- Registre général des cancers de la Gironde, University of Bordeaux, Inserm Population Health Research Centre, Epicene Team, UMR 1219
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- University Bordeaux, ISPED, Inserm, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, team MORPH3Eus
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- CHU Bordeaux, Service des maladies infectieuses et tropicales, Bordeaux
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- CHU Bordeaux, Services de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses, Pessac
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- Registre général des cancers de la Gironde, University of Bordeaux, Inserm Population Health Research Centre, Epicene Team, UMR 1219
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- CHU Bordeaux, Services de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses
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- Service de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses, Arcachon, France
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- Registre général des cancers de la Gironde, University of Bordeaux, Inserm Population Health Research Centre, Epicene Team, UMR 1219
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- University Bordeaux, ISPED, Inserm, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, team MORPH3Eus
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- CHU Bordeaux, Services de médecine interne et maladies infectieuses
- University Bordeaux, ISPED, Inserm, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, team MORPH3Eus
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McNeil CJ, Lee JS, Cole SR, Patel SA, Martin J, Mathews WC, Moore RD, Mayer KH, Eron JJ, Saag MS, Kitahata MM, Achenbach CJ. Anal cancer incidence in men with HIV who have sex with men: are black men at higher risk? AIDS 2022; 36:657-664. [PMID: 34923519 PMCID: PMC10115425 DOI: 10.1097/qad.0000000000003151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess differences in anal cancer incidence between racial/ethnic groups among a clinical cohort of men with HIV who have sex with men. DESIGN Clinical cohort study. METHODS We studied men who have sex with men (MSM) in the Centers for AIDS Research Network of Integrated Clinical Systems (CNICS) who initiated antiretroviral therapy (ART) under HIV care in CNICS. We compared anal cancer incidence between Black and non-Black men and calculated hazard ratios controlling for demographic characteristics (age, CNICS site, year of ART initiation), HIV disease indicators (nadir CD4+, peak HIV RNA), and co-infection/behavioral factors including hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), tobacco smoking and alcohol abuse. RESULTS We studied 7473 MSM with HIV who contributed 41 810 person-years of follow-up after initiating ART between 1996 and 2014 in CNICS. Forty-one individuals had an incident diagnosis of anal cancer under observation. Crude rates of anal cancer were 204 versus 61 per 100 000 person-years among Black versus non-Black MSM. The weighted hazard ratio for anal cancer in Black MSM (adjusting for demographics, HIV disease factors, and co-infection/behavioral factors) was 2.37 (95% confidence interval: 1.17, 4.82) compared to non-Black MSM. CONCLUSIONS In this large multicenter cohort, Black MSM were at significantly increased risk for anal cancer compared to non-Black MSM. Further detailed studies evaluating factors impacting anal cancer incidence and outcomes in Black men with HIV are necessary. Inclusion of more diverse study cohorts may elucidate modifiable factors associated with increased anal cancer risk experienced by Black MSM.
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- Candice J. McNeil
- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Infectious Diseases, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Epidemiology, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Epidemiology, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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- Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco
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- Department of Medicine, University of California-San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, California
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- Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- The Fenway Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Medicine, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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- Department of Medicine, University of Alabama-Birmingham School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Departments of Medicine and Preventive Medicine, Institute for Global Health, Third Coast Center for AIDS Research, and The Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Wells J, Chandler R, Flowers L, Paul S, Sharma A, Kalifa N, Holstad M. Perceptions of Anal Cancer Risk Among HIV-Positive and High-Risk HIV-Negative Women. J Low Genit Tract Dis 2022; 26:181-185. [PMID: 35019899 PMCID: PMC8940637 DOI: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Women living with HIV (WLWH) have a greater risk of anal cancer than women without HIV; however, there are limited studies that examine awareness of anal cancer risk among WLWH and "high-risk" HIV-negative women. This study examines risk factors for anal cancer, perceptions of risk for anal cancer, and perceptions of anal cancer screening among a cohort of WLWH and high-risk HIV-negative women. MATERIALS AND METHODS From the Atlanta, GA, and Bronx, NY, sites of the Women's Interagency HIV Study, 155 WLWH and HIV-negative women were enrolled and the Champion Health Belief Model Scale questionnaire measuring risk perceptions to anal cancer was administered to each participant. RESULTS The WLWH perceived anal cancer to be less serious and perceived facing fewer barriers to anal cancer screening than HIV-negative women (both p = .01). Older women (≥50 years) felt that they had less barriers to anal cancer screening (p = .047). Moreover, women who had less than a high school education felt more susceptible to anal cancer (p = .001), as did women who reported a history of anal intercourse (p = .017). CONCLUSIONS Despite being at an increased risk for anal cancer, perceptions of susceptibility to anal cancer and seriousness of anal cancer were low among WLWH. These findings highlight opportunities for provider and patient educational interventions to improve awareness of anal cancer risk among WLWH.
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- Jessica Wells
- Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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- Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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- Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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- Department of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
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- Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA
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- Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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Domogauer J, Cantor T, Quinn G, Stasenko M. Disparities in cancer screenings for sexual and gender minorities. Curr Probl Cancer 2022; 46:100858. [DOI: 10.1016/j.currproblcancer.2022.100858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Lee JY, Lensing SY, Berry-Lawhorn JM, Jay N, Darragh TM, Goldstone SE, Wilkin TJ, Stier EA, Einstein M, Pugliese JC, Palefsky JM. Design of the ANal Cancer/HSIL Outcomes Research study (ANCHOR study): A randomized study to prevent anal cancer among persons living with HIV. Contemp Clin Trials 2022; 113:106679. [PMID: 35017115 PMCID: PMC8844243 DOI: 10.1016/j.cct.2022.106679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2021] [Revised: 01/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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It is well established that persons living with HIV (PLWH) have highly elevated rates of anal HSIL and anal cancer compared with those who are not living with HIV. The 5-year risk of anal cancer following anal HSIL has been reported to be as high as 14.1% among PLWH compared with 3.2% among those who are not living with HIV. To address these concerns, the AIDS Malignancy Consortium completed a large-scale, randomized trial to compare strategies for the prevention of anal cancer among PLWH with anal HSIL. The objective of the study was to determine whether treating anal HSIL was effective in reducing the incidence of anal cancer in PLWH compared with active monitoring. This paper describes the design of the ANal Cancer/HSIL Outcomes Research Study (ANCHOR) with respect to estimating the anal cancer event rate in this high risk population.
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- Jeannette Y Lee
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 West Markham, Slot #781, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 West Markham, Slot #781, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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- University of California, San Francisco, Hematology Oncology, 1600 Divisadero Street, Room A641, Box 1699, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.
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- University of California, San Francisco, Mt. Zion Medical Center, 1701 Divisadero Street, Suite 480, Box 1217, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.
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- University of California, San Francisco, Mt. Zion Medical Center Depts. of Pathology, OB/Gyn Box 1785, 1600 Divisadero Street, Room B618, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.
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- Laser Surgery Care Center, 420 West 23rd Street, Suite PB, New York, NY 10011, USA
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- Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Cornell Clinical Trials Unit, 53 West 23rd Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10010, USA.
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- Boston Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 85 E. Concord Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02118, USA.
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- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Medical Science Building (MSB), 185 South Orange Avenue, Room E-506, Newark, NJ 07101, USA.
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- Emmes Company, LLC, 401 N. Washington Street, Rockville, MD 20850, USA.
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- University of California, San Francisco, 513 Parnassus Ave, Room S420, Box 0654, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.
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Yang N, Xu L, Wang Q, Chen F, Zhou Y. Construction and validation of a prognostic nomogram for anal squamous cell carcinoma. Cancer Med 2021; 11:392-405. [PMID: 34850581 PMCID: PMC8729044 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.4458] [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: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 11/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC) is the main subtype of anal cancer and has great heterogeneity in prognosis. We aimed to construct a nomogram for predicting their 1‐, 3‐, and 5‐year overall survival (OS) rates. Methods Patients with ASCC, enrolled between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2017, were identified from the SEER database. They were divided into a training group and a validation group in a ratio of 7:3. Univariate and multivariate Cox analyses were used to identify the prognostic factors for OS. Then a prognostic nomogram was established and validated by Harrell consistency index (C‐index), area under the curve (AUC) of the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, calibration plots, and decision curve analysis (DCA). Results We identified 761 patients in training group and 326 patients in validation group. Four prognostic factors including age, sex, AJCC stage, and radiotherapy were identified and integrated to construct a prognostic nomogram. The C‐index and AUC values proved the model's effectiveness and calibration plots manifested its excellent discrimination. Furthermore, in comparison to the AJCC stage, the C‐index, AUC, and DCA proved the nomogram to be of good predictive value. Finally, we constructed a risk stratification model for dividing patients into low‐risk, medium‐risk, and high‐risk groups, and there were obvious differences in OS. Conclusions A prognostic nomogram was firstly established for predicting the survival probability of ASCC patients and helping clinicians improve their risk management.
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- Ningning Yang
- Department of Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Hubei Cancer Clinical Study Center, Hubei Key Laboratory of Tumor Biological Behaviors, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Hubei Cancer Clinical Study Center, Hubei Key Laboratory of Tumor Biological Behaviors, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Hubei Cancer Clinical Study Center, Hubei Key Laboratory of Tumor Biological Behaviors, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Department of Ultrasound, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Hubei Cancer Clinical Study Center, Hubei Key Laboratory of Tumor Biological Behaviors, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.,Hubei Cancer Clinical Study Center, Hubei Key Laboratory of Tumor Biological Behaviors, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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HPV-driven anal neoplasia: review and recent developments. Pathology 2021; 54:184-194. [PMID: 34645567 DOI: 10.1016/j.pathol.2021.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2021] [Revised: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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A host of human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated squamous and glandular lesions may be identified in the anal canal in men and women. Given their relative rarity, familiarity with the morphological spectrum associated with HPV-driven anal neoplasia is important for proper identification and diagnosis. In this article, we review the classification and basic histopathological features of HPV-related squamous intraepithelial and invasive lesions as well as associated pitfalls. In addition, we provide an update on recently described HPV-driven, non-squamous tumours. As our experience with these lesions evolves, we expect the histological spectrum to further expand, particularly as it relates to non-squamous HPV-driven neoplasia.
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Wei F, Gaisa MM, D'Souza G, Xia N, Giuliano AR, Hawes SE, Gao L, Cheng SH, Donà MG, Goldstone SE, Schim van der Loeff MF, Neukam K, Meites E, Poynten IM, Dai J, Combes JD, Wieland U, Burgos J, Wilkin TJ, Hernandez AL, Iribarren Díaz M, Hidalgo-Tenorio C, Valencia Arredondo M, Nyitray AG, Wentzensen N, Chow EP, Smelov V, Nowak RG, Phanuphak N, Woo YL, Choi Y, Hu Y, Schofield AM, Woestenberg PJ, Chikandiwa AT, Hickey AC, de Pokomandy A, Murenzi G, Péré H, Del Pino M, Ortiz AP, Charnot-Katsikas A, Liu X, Chariyalertsak S, Strong C, Ong JJ, Yunihastuti E, Etienney I, Ferré VM, Zou H, Segondy M, Chinyowa S, Alberts CJ, Clifford GM. Epidemiology of anal human papillomavirus infection and high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions in 29 900 men according to HIV status, sexuality, and age: a collaborative pooled analysis of 64 studies. Lancet HIV 2021; 8:e531-e543. [PMID: 34339628 PMCID: PMC8408042 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-3018(21)00108-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2021] [Revised: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Robust age-specific estimates of anal human papillomavirus (HPV) and high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL) in men can inform anal cancer prevention efforts. We aimed to evaluate the age-specific prevalence of anal HPV, HSIL, and their combination, in men, stratified by HIV status and sexuality. METHODS We did a systematic review for studies on anal HPV infection in men and a pooled analysis of individual-level data from eligible studies across four groups: HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM), HIV-negative MSM, HIV-positive men who have sex with women (MSW), and HIV-negative MSW. Studies were required to inform on type-specific HPV infection (at least HPV16), detected by use of a PCR-based test from anal swabs, HIV status, sexuality (MSM, including those who have sex with men only or also with women, or MSW), and age. Authors of eligible studies with a sample size of 200 participants or more were invited to share deidentified individual-level data on the above four variables. Authors of studies including 40 or more HIV-positive MSW or 40 or more men from Africa (irrespective of HIV status and sexuality) were also invited to share these data. Pooled estimates of anal high-risk HPV (HR-HPV, including HPV16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, and 68), and HSIL or worse (HSIL+), were compared by use of adjusted prevalence ratios (aPRs) from generalised linear models. FINDINGS The systematic review identified 93 eligible studies, of which 64 contributed data on 29 900 men to the pooled analysis. Among HIV-negative MSW anal HPV16 prevalence was 1·8% (91 of 5190) and HR-HPV prevalence was 6·9% (345 of 5003); among HIV-positive MSW the prevalences were 8·7% (59 of 682) and 26·9% (179 of 666); among HIV-negative MSM they were 13·7% (1455 of 10 617) and 41·2% (3798 of 9215), and among HIV-positive MSM 28·5% (3819 of 13 411) and 74·3% (8765 of 11 803). In HIV-positive MSM, HPV16 prevalence was 5·6% (two of 36) among those age 15-18 years and 28·8% (141 of 490) among those age 23-24 years (ptrend=0·0091); prevalence was 31·7% (1057 of 3337) among those age 25-34 years and 22·8% (451 of 1979) among those age 55 and older (ptrend<0·0001). HPV16 prevalence in HIV-negative MSM was 6·7% (15 of 223) among those age 15-18 and 13·9% (166 of 1192) among those age 23-24 years (ptrend=0·0076); the prevalence plateaued thereafter (ptrend=0·72). Similar age-specific patterns were observed for HR-HPV. No significant differences for HPV16 or HR-HPV were found by age for either HIV-positive or HIV-negative MSW. HSIL+ detection ranged from 7·5% (12 of 160) to 54·5% (61 of 112) in HIV-positive MSM; after adjustment for heterogeneity, HIV was a significant predictor of HSIL+ (aPR 1·54, 95% CI 1·36-1·73), HPV16-positive HSIL+ (1·66, 1·36-2·03), and HSIL+ in HPV16-positive MSM (1·19, 1·04-1·37). Among HPV16-positive MSM, HSIL+ prevalence increased with age. INTERPRETATION High anal HPV prevalence among young HIV-positive and HIV-negative MSM highlights the benefits of gender-neutral HPV vaccination before sexual activity over catch-up vaccination. HIV-positive MSM are a priority for anal cancer screening research and initiatives targeting HPV16-positive HSIL+. FUNDING International Agency for Research on Cancer.
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- Feixue Wei
- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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- Center for Immunization and Infection Research in Cancer, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Department of Health Services, and Department of Global Health, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- NHC Key Laboratory of Systems Biology of Pathogens, Institute of Pathogen Biology, and Center for Tuberculosis Research, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taoyuan, Taiwan; School of Public Health, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Sexually Transmitted Infections/HIV Unit, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Public Health Service of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Department of Internal Medicine, Amsterdam institute for Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Unidad Clínica de Enfermedades Infecciosas y Medicina Preventiva, UCEIMP, Instituto de Biomedicina de Sevilla, CSIC, Universidad de Sevilla, Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío, Seville, Spain
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- Division of Viral Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Public Health, Xinjiang Medical University, Xinjiang, Urumqi, China
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France
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- Institute of Virology, University of Cologne, National Reference Center for Papilloma and Polyomaviruses, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of infectious Diseases, Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA; Public Health Program, College of Education and Health Sciences, Touro University, Vallejo, CA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Vigo-Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro, Vigo, Spain
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- Infectious Disease Unit, Biosanitary Research Institute Granada, University Hospital Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Universidad de Antioquia, Escuela de Microbiología, Grupo de investigación Salud Sexual y Cáncer, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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- Clinical Cancer Center and Center for AIDS Intervention Research, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia; Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France; Division of Country Health Programmes, WHO Regional Office for Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Institute of Human Virology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Institute of HIV Research and Innovation, Bangkok, Thailand; Center of Excellence in Transgender Health, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Immunology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Health and Maternal Care, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Cancer Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Center for Infectious Disease Control, National Institute for Public Health and the Environment, Bilthoven, Netherlands
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- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Nonthaburi, Thailand
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- Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre and Department of Family Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Rwanda Military Hospital and Research for Development Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda
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- Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris-Centre, Service de Microbiologie (Unité de virologie), Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou, Paris, France; Centre de Recherche des Cordeliers, Sorbonne Université, Inserm, Université de Paris, Functional Genomics of Solid Tumors Laboratory, Equipe Labellisée Ligue Nationale contre le Cancer, Labex OncoImmunology, Paris, France
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- Institute Clinic of Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Neonatology, Gynecology Oncology Unit, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain; Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer, Barcelona, Spain; Medicine Faculty, Barcelona University, Barcelona, Spain
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- Cancer Control and Population Sciences Program, University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Juan, PR, USA; Graduate School of Public Health, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR, USA
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- Department of Pathology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA; MolDx Program, Palmetto GBA, Columbia, SC, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, and the Key Laboratory of Public Health Safety of Ministry of Education, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Faculty of Public Health, Chiang Mai University and Research Institute for Health Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Public Health, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
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- Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Université de Paris, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Service de Virologie, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France; Decision Science in Infectious Disease Prevention, Control and Care, INSERM, Université de Paris, Paris, France
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia; School of Public Health (Shenzhen), Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, China; School of Public Health, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China; Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Pathogenesis and Control of Chronic Infections, INSERM, CHU, University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Department of Surgery, College of Health Sciences University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France
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- Early Detection, Prevention and Infections Branch, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), Lyon, France.
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Chiao EY, Coghill A, Kizub D, Fink V, Ndlovu N, Mazul A, Sigel K. The effect of non-AIDS-defining cancers on people living with HIV. Lancet Oncol 2021; 22:e240-e253. [PMID: 34087151 DOI: 10.1016/s1470-2045(21)00137-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2021] [Revised: 02/28/2021] [Accepted: 03/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Non-AIDS-defining cancers are a growing source of morbidity for people with HIV globally. Although people living with HIV have a disproportionately increased risk of developing virally mediated cancers, cancer burden for common non-AIDS-defining cancers that are not virally associated and are linked to ageing, such as prostate cancer, is becoming higher than for virally mediated cancers. Ageing, behavioural, and HIV-specific factors drive the incidence and affect the outcomes of non-AIDS-defining cancers, presenting different challenges for addressing global morbidity and mortality from non-AIDS-defining cancer. Although large population-based studies have shown that people living with HIV with non-AIDS-defining cancers have poorer cancer outcomes than do people without HIV, current guidelines emphasise that people living with HIV with non-AIDS-defining cancers should receive standard, guideline-based treatment, and infectious disease and oncology providers should work closely to address potential drug interactions between antiretroviral therapy and antineoplastic treatment. Most trials target preventive measures focusing on non-AIDS-defining cancers. However, treatment trials for the optimal management of people living with HIV and non-AIDS-defining cancer, including interventions such as immunotherapies, are needed to improve non-AIDS-defining cancer outcomes.
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- Elizabeth Y Chiao
- Department of Epidemiology, Division of Cancer Prevention and Population Sciences, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA; Department of General Oncology, Division of Cancer Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA.
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- Cancer Epidemiology Program, H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA; Center for Immunization and Infection Research in Cancer, H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of General Oncology, Division of Cancer Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Clinical Research, Fundación Huésped, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Washington University School of Medicine, Washington University, St Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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Deshmukh AA, Suk R, Shiels MS, Sonawane K, Nyitray AG, Liu Y, Gaisa MM, Palefsky JM, Sigel K. Recent Trends in Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anus Incidence and Mortality in the United States, 2001-2015. J Natl Cancer Inst 2021; 112:829-838. [PMID: 31742639 DOI: 10.1093/jnci/djz219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 157] [Impact Index Per Article: 52.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2019] [Revised: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 10/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Squamous cell carcinoma of the anus (SCCA) incidence is rising in the United States. Study of incidence trends by stage at diagnosis, age-specific and birth cohort patterns, and trends in mortality could provide evidence for a true increase and etiological clues for the increase in incidence. METHODS Using the US Cancer Statistics dataset, we examined trends in SCCA incidence (2001-2015) and mortality (2001-2016) rates. Join-point regression was used to compute annual and average annual percentage change (AAPC). Incidence patterns by 5-year age group and birth cohort were evaluated using incidence rate ratios (IRRs) and age-period-cohort modeling. RESULTS SCCA incidence increased 2.7% per year (95% confidence interval [CI] = 2.1% to 3.3%), with pronounced increases in age groups 50 years and older. Distant-stage SCCA incidence tripled (AAPC = 8.6%, 95% CI = 5.4% to 12.0%, among men and AAPC = 7.5%, 95% CI = 4.8% to 10.2%, among women) and regional-stage SCCA incidence nearly doubled (AAPC = 4.7% for men and women) in both sexes; the AAPC for localized stage was 1.3% (95% CI = 0.6% to 2.0%) in men and 2.3% (95% CI = 1.8% to 2.8%) in women. Compared with adults born circa 1946, recently born black men (born circa 1986) had a nearly fivefold higher risk (IRR = 4.7, 95% CI = 2.1 to 10.2) of SCCA, and the risk doubled among white men (IRR = 2.0, 95% CI = 1.7 to 2.2) and white women (IRR = 2.1, 95% CI = 1.9 to 2.3) born after circa 1960. Anal cancer mortality rates increased 3.1% per year (95% CI = 2.6% to 3.5%) with statistically significant increases in age groups 50 years and older. SCCA incidence-based mortality increased 1.9% annually (95% CI = 0.5% to 3.4%), with a notable (4.9%, 95% CI = 2.4% to 7.3%, per year) rise in adults ages 60-69 years. CONCLUSION The increase in SCCA incidence, particularly advanced-stage disease, and a similar increase in mortality suggest a true increase in the occurrence of SCCA. Future research and improved prevention are urgently needed to mitigate the increasing disease burden.
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- Center for Health Services Research and Center for Healthcare Data
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, MD
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- Center for Health Services Research and Center for Healthcare Data
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- Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, UTHealth School of Public Health, Houston, TX
- Clinical Cancer Center/Center for AIDS Intervention Research, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Pathology (YL) and Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine
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- Department of Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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- Department of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine (KSi), Mt. Sinai Icahn School of Medicine, New York, NY
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Mejía CRV, Jaramillo MV, Jaramillo PV. Cancer of the anal canal, a reality in the Colombian coffee region. Clinical-epidemiological review 2000-2019. Ecancermedicalscience 2021; 15:1181. [PMID: 33777174 PMCID: PMC7987495 DOI: 10.3332/ecancer.2021.1181] [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: 08/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Anal cancer is a rare pathology which has increased over the last few decades, and, therefore, gained importance for the quality of life of affected individuals. Thus, a review has been conducted in the Colombian coffee region (Departments of Caldas, Quindío y Risaralda) describing its behaviour and clinical-epidemiological profile. MATERIALS AND METHODS Descriptive review of 437 patients of Western SAS Oncologists between January 2000 and December 2019 with a diagnosis of anal cancer. RESULTS 62% of cases presented in women with a median age of 62 years, 30% in the sixth decade; centred at 65% in three main cities designated as capitals (Manizales, Pereira and Armenia); 62% as localised disease, with 40% stage II-A and 6% as initial metastasis; 29% presented positive ganglia, particularly N1a; squamous cell or epidermoid histology in 90%; 16% poorly differentiated; 5% related to Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection; localisation in the medial area of the anal canal in 63% of cases; 83% completed treatment, and 92% of them received chemotherapy/radiation therapy with 87% based on the Nigro protocol; finally, 11% presented with relapse in the liver in 10% of cases and 55% local. CONCLUSION Four hundred and thirty-seven patients evaluated over 20 years with follow up at median 34.13 months (standard deviation 41.75) with median survival at later ages decreasing to 62% in patients older than 80 years, and differences in survival in localised disease at 78% in comparison to 46% in advanced metastasis. Finally, the overall 5-year survival rate is 69% with a median survival of 191 months in the study.
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- Carlos Raúl Villegas Mejía
- Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy, Oncology Service, Oncologists of West SAS, Caldas 170004641, Colombia
- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0103-6844
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- University of Manizales, Health Faculty, School of Medicine, Manizales, Caldas 170004641, Colombia
- https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8672-3370
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- University of Manizales, Health Faculty, School of Medicine, Manizales, Caldas 170004641, Colombia
- https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5445-4989
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Susko MS, Lazar AA, Wang CCJ, Van Loon K, Feng M, Hope TA, Behr S, Anwar M. Use of advanced PET-volume metrics predicts risk of local recurrence and overall survival in anal cancer. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0246535. [PMID: 33539412 PMCID: PMC7861457 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0246535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objective Anal cancer is an uncommon malignancy with the primary treatment for localized disease being concurrent radiation and chemotherapy. Pre-treatment PET/CT is useful for target delineation, with minimal exploration of its use in prognostication. In the post-treatment setting there is growing evidence for advanced PET metrics in assessment of treatment response, and early identification of recurrence essential for successful salvage, however this data is limited to small series. Methods Patient with non-metastatic anal cancer from a single institution were retrospectively reviewed for receipt of pre- and post-treatment PET/CTs. PET data was co-registered with radiation therapy planning CT scans for precise longitudinal assessment of advanced PET metrics including SUVmax, metabolic tumor volume (MTV), and total lesion glycolysis (TLG), for assessment with treatment outcomes. Treatment outcomes included local recurrence (LR), progression free survival (PFS), and overall survival (OS), as defined from the completed radiation therapy to the time of the event. Cox proportional hazard modeling with inverse probability weighting (IPW) using the propensity score based on age, BMI, T-stage, and radiation therapy dose were utilized for assessment of these metrics. Results From 2008 to 2017 there were 72 patients who had pre-treatment PET/CT, 61 (85%) had a single follow up PET/CT, and 35 (49%) had two follow up PET/CTs. The median clinical follow-up time was 25 months (IQR: 13–52) with a median imaging follow up time of 16 months (IQR: 7–29). On pre-treatment PET/CT higher MTV2.5 and TLG were significantly associated with higher risk of local recurrence (HR 1.11, 95% CI: 1.06–1.16, p<0.001; and HR 1.12, 95% CI: 1.05–1.19, p<0.001), and worse PFS (HR 1.09, 95% CI: 1.04–1.13, p<0.001; and HR 1.09, 95% CI: 1.03–1.12, p = 0.003) and OS (HR 1.09, 95% CI: 1.04–1.16, p = 0.001; and HR 1.11, 95% CI: 1.04–1.20, p = 0.004). IPW-adjusted pre-treatment PET/CT showed higher MTV2.5 (HR 1.09, 95% CI: 1.02–1.17, p = 0.012) and TLG (HR 1.10, 95% CI: 1.00–1.20, p = 0.048) were significantly associated with worse PFS, and post-treatment MTV2.5 was borderline significant (HR 1.16, 95% CI: 1.00–1.35, p = 0.052). Conclusion Advanced PET metrics, including higher MTV2.5 and TLG, in the pre-treatment and post-treatment setting are significantly associated with elevated rates of local recurrence, and worse PFS and OS. This adds to the growing body of literature that PET/CT for patient with ASCC should be considered for prognostication, and additionally is a useful tool for consideration of early salvage or clinical trial of adjuvant therapies.
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- Matthew S. Susko
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
- Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital–Medical Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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Finneran C, Johnson Peretz J, Blemur D, Palefsky J, Flowers L. "That's Only for Women": The Importance of Educating HIV-Positive Sexual Minority Men on HPV and High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA). J Int Assoc Provid AIDS Care 2021; 20:23259582211016134. [PMID: 34056930 PMCID: PMC8170352 DOI: 10.1177/23259582211016134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Revised: 04/07/2021] [Accepted: 04/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) experience disproportionately high burdens of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)-associated anal cancers. Recent focus has shifted to anorectal cancer prevention through high-resolution anoscopy (HRA); however, little is known about sexual minority men's perceptions, attitudes, or beliefs regarding HRA. We conducted 4 qualitative Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) (n = 15) with sexual minority men, focusing on their beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions of undergoing HRA. Participants discussed their experiences of HPV/HRA as influenced by both their gender and sexuality, including unawareness of HPV disease as a male health issue, challenges relating to female-oriented HPV/HRA language, conception of HPV/HRA as related to prostate health, and connecting their sexual behavior identification as "bottoms" to their need for HRA. As efforts to improve HRA knowledge, access, and uptake among sexual and gender minority communities increase, special attention should be paid to language and messaging choices around HRA.
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- Catherine Finneran
- Department of Internal Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine
in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Global Health and Clinical Science, University of California San
Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics; Emory University School of
Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Infectious Disease; University of California San
Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics; Emory University School of
Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Wheldon CW, Maness SB, Islam JY, Deshmukh AA, Nyitray AG. Gay and Bisexual Men in the US Lack Basic Information About Anal Cancer. J Low Genit Tract Dis 2021; 25:48-52. [PMID: 32947485 PMCID: PMC9101414 DOI: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess knowledge of human papillomavirus (HPV) as a cause of anal cancer among at-risk gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBM). MATERIALS AND METHODS Secondary analysis was conducted of cross-sectional data from 3 cycles of the Health Information National Trends Survey (2017, 2018, 2019). Results were reported for the subset of adults who identified as GBM (N = 212). Knowledge that HPV can cause anal cancer was the main outcome. Differences in knowledge were evaluated (using χ2 and multiple logistic regression) by demographic, health information factors, and access to care. RESULTS Sixty-eight percent of GBM were aware of HPV. Knowledge that HPV causes anal cancer was low (<20%) in the overall sample and sample of GBM (17.9%; 95% CI = 11.0-24.7). Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men were no more knowledgeable that HPV causes anal cancer than heterosexual men (14.8%; 95% CI = 12.9-16.9; p = .376). College-educated GBM had higher odds (adjusted odds ratio = 3.50; 95% CI = 1.02-11.97) of knowing HPV causes anal cancer than GBM with no college degree. No other factors were associated with knowledge. CONCLUSIONS Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men are largely unaware that HPV can cause anal cancer, despite high awareness of HPV itself. This is concerning given that GBM are at increased risk of HPV-associated anal cancer than the general population. Our findings suggest that information about anal cancer and health information about the benefits of HPV vaccination for anal cancer prevention are only reaching a small subset of college-educated GBM. Targeted anal cancer education programs are needed.
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- Christopher W Wheldon
- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Temple University College of Public Health, Philadelphia, PA
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- University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Center for Health Services Research, UT Health School of Public Health, Houston, TX
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- Clinical Cancer Center/Center for AIDS Intervention Research, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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Racial Disparities in Time to Treatment Initiation and Outcomes for Early Stage Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Am J Clin Oncol 2021; 43:762-769. [PMID: 32804778 DOI: 10.1097/coc.0000000000000744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Although cure rates for early stage anal squamous cell cancer (ASCC) are overall high, there may be racial disparities in receipt of treatment and outcome precluding favorable outcomes across all patient demographics. Therefore, the authors aimed to assess the time to treatment initiation and overall survival (OS) in Black and White patients receiving definitive chemoradiation for early stage ASCC. MATERIALS AND METHODS The authors identified patients diagnosed with early stage (stage I-II) ASCC and treated with chemoradiation diagnosed between 2004 and 2016 in the National Cancer Database. Clinical and treatment variables were compared by race using the χ test, and OS assessed through Cox regression with 1:1 nearest neighbor propensity score matching. RESULTS Among 9331 patients, 90.6% were White. Black patients had longer median time to treatment initiation as compared with White patients (47 vs. 36 d, P<0.001), and on multivariable analysis, the Black race was associated with higher odds of >6 weeks of time to treatment initiation (hazard ratio, 1.78; 95% confidence interval, 1.53-2.08; P<0.001). Furthermore, Black patients had worse OS (5-year survival 71% vs. 77%; P<0.001), which persisted after propensity score matching (P=0.007). CONCLUSIONS Black patients had a longer time to treatment initiation and worse OS as compared with White patients with early stage ASCC treated with chemoradiation. Further research is needed to better elucidate the etiologies of these disparities.
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Clifford GM, Georges D, Shiels MS, Engels EA, Albuquerque A, Poynten IM, de Pokomandy A, Easson AM, Stier EA. A meta-analysis of anal cancer incidence by risk group: Toward a unified anal cancer risk scale. Int J Cancer 2021; 148:38-47. [PMID: 32621759 PMCID: PMC7689909 DOI: 10.1002/ijc.33185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 195] [Impact Index Per Article: 65.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2020] [Revised: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 06/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Certain population groups are known to have higher than average anal cancer risk, namely persons living with HIV (PLHIV), men who have sex with men (MSM), women diagnosed with human papillomavirus (HPV)-related gynecological precancerous lesions or cancer, solid organ transplant recipients (SOTRs) and patients with autoimmune diseases. Our aim was to provide robust and comparable estimates of anal cancer burden across these groups. Summary incidence rates (IRs), as cases per 100 000 person-years (py), were calculated by fixed-effects meta-analysis. IRs were 85 (95% confidence interval [CI] = 82-89) for HIV-positive MSM (n = 7 studies; 2 229 234 py), 32 (95% CI = 30-35) for non-MSM male PLHIV (n = 5; 1626 448 py) and 22 (95% CI = 19-24) for female PLHIV (n = 6; 1 472 123 py), with strong variation by age (eg, from 16.8 < 30 years to 107.5 ≥ 60 years for HIV-positive MSM). IR was 19 (95% CI = 10-36) in HIV-negative MSM (n = 2; 48 135 py). Anal cancer IRs were much higher after diagnosis of vulvar (IR = 48 [95% CI = 38-61]; n = 4; 145 147 py) than cervical (9 [95% CI = 8-12]; n = 4; 779 098 py) or vaginal (IR = 10 [95% CI = 3-30]; n = 4; 32 671) cancer, with equivalent disparity after respective precancerous lesions. IR was 13 (95% CI = 12-15) in SOTRs (n = 5; 1 946 206 py), reaching 24.5 and 49.6 for males and females >10 years after transplant. Anal cancer IRs were 10 (95% CI = 5-19), 6 (95% CI = 3-11) and 3 (95% CI = 2-4) for systemic lupus erythematosus, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, respectively. In conclusion, a unifying anal cancer risk scale, based upon comprehensive meta-analysis, can improve prioritization and standardization in anal cancer prevention/research initiatives, which are in their public health infancy.
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and GeneticsNational Cancer InstituteBethesdaMarylandUSA
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- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and GeneticsNational Cancer InstituteBethesdaMarylandUSA
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- St James University HospitalLeedsUK
- CINTESIS ‐ Center for Health Technology and Services Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of PortoPortoPortugal
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre and Department of Family MedicineMcGill UniversityMontrealQuebecCanada
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- Obstetrics and GynecologyBoston University School of MedicineBostonMassachusettsUSA
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Power Foley M, Kelly ME, Kerr C, Kennedy C, Gallagher D, Gillham C, Mehigan BJ, McCormick PH, Bergin C, Larkin JO. Management of anal intraepithelial neoplasia and anal squamous cell carcinoma at a tertiary referral centre with a dedicated infectious diseases unit: an 18-year review. Int J Colorectal Dis 2020; 35:1855-1864. [PMID: 32500433 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-020-03640-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC) is a rare malignancy with rising incidence rates. Risk factors include human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, high-risk sexual activity and HPV-related genitourinary dysplasia/neoplasia. There is an overlap between high-risk patients and those attending HIV Medicine/Sexual Health (HMSH) services. We hypothesised that HMSH involvement may facilitate earlier referral to colorectal surgeons, with better outcomes. METHODS Retrospective review of all ASCC and anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN) treated at a tertiary-referral hospital with a dedicated HMSH clinic between 2000 and 2018. Comparative analysis was performed of demographics, management and outcomes between HMSH and non-HMSH patients. RESULTS One hundred and nine patients had anal pathology, eighty-five with ASCC (78%) and twenty-four with AIN (22%). Seventy (64%) were male. Median (range) age at ASCC diagnosis was 51 years (26-88). Thirty-six percent of all patients attended HMSH services, 28% were HIV positive, and 41% of males were men-who-have-sex-with-men (MSM). Eighty-one ASCC patients (97.5%) were treated with curative intent. Sixty-seven (80%) had primary chemoradiation therapy. Fifteen (17.5%) had primary surgical excision. Twelve (14%) developed recurrent disease. Ultimately, seven required salvage APR. Overall 3-year survival (3YS) was 76%. HMSH patients were significantly younger at ASCC diagnosis (p < 0.001), with a higher prevalence of HIV, HPV and MSM. HMSH attenders also tended to be diagnosed at earlier stages, were less likely to develop recurrence and achieved better overall outcomes, with a superior overall 3YS than non-HMSH patients (92% vs 72%, p = 0.037). CONCLUSION ASCC incidence is increasing worldwide. The HMSH cohort has emerged as a distinct subpopulation of younger, high-risk, male patients. Collaboration between HMSH and colorectal surgeons offers an opportunity for risk reduction strategies and earlier intervention.
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- M Power Foley
- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland. .,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.
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- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland.,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.,Department of Genitourinary Medicine and Infectious Disease, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland
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- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland.,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.,Department of Medical Oncology, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.,Department of Radiation Oncology, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland
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- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland.,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland.,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland.,Department of Genitourinary Medicine and Infectious Disease, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland
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- Department of Colorectal & General Surgery, St James' Hospital, Dublin, 8, Ireland.,School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, Ireland
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Susko M, Wang CJ, Lazar AA, Kim S, Laffan A, Feng M, Ko A, Venook AP, Atreya CE, Van Loon K, Anwar M. Factors Impacting Differential Outcomes in the Definitive Radiation Treatment of Anal Cancer Between HIV-Positive and HIV-Negative Patients. Oncologist 2020; 25:772-779. [PMID: 32390297 PMCID: PMC7485368 DOI: 10.1634/theoncologist.2019-0824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2019] [Accepted: 04/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC) is uncommon, yet seen more frequently in the setting of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Chemoradiotherapy is the definitive modality of treatment for patients with ASCC; this study examines factors impacting clinical outcomes in a large cohort of HIV-positive and HIV-negative patients. METHODS A retrospective review was conducted of patients treated for nonmetastatic ASCC at a single institution between 2005 and 2018. Freedom from local recurrence (FFLR), freedom from distant metastasis, and overall survival (OS) were calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method, and univariate and multivariate analysis were performed using the Cox proportional hazards model. RESULTS During the study period, 111 patients initiated definitive treatment for ASCC. Median age of the entire cohort was 56.7 years (interquartile range, 51.5-63.5), with 52 patients (46.8%) being HIV-positive. At median follow-up of 28.0 months, the 2- and 5-year FFLR were 78.2% (95% confidence interval [CI], 70.4-87.0) and 74.6% (95% CI, 65.8-84.5), respectively. Multivariate analysis revealed time from diagnosis to treatment initiation (median, 8 weeks; hazard ratio, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.03-1.10) to be significantly associated with worse FFLR and OS. HIV-positive patients had a trend toward worse FFLR (log-ranked p = .06). For HIV-positive patients with post-treatment CD4 less than 150 cells per mm3 , there was significantly worse OS (log-ranked p = .015). CONCLUSION A trend toward worse FFLR was seen in HIV-positive patients, despite similar baseline disease characteristics as HIV-negative patients. Worse FFLR and OS was significantly associated with increased time from diagnosis to treatment initiation. Poorer OS was seen in HIV-positive patients with a post-treatment CD4 count less than 150 cells per mm3 . IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive patients with anal squamous cell carcinoma can represent a difficult clinical scenario. Definitive radiation with concurrent chemotherapy is highly effective but can result in significant toxicity and a decrease in CD4 count that could predispose to HIV-related complications. As HIV-positive patients have largely been excluded from prospective clinical trials, this study seeks to provide greater understanding of their outcomes with radiation therapy, potential predictors of worse local control and overall survival, and those most at risk after completion of treatment.
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- Matthew Susko
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Zuckerberg San Francisco General HospitalSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Zuckerberg San Francisco General HospitalSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of CaliforniaSan FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
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Lum C, Prenen H, Body A, Lam M, Segelov E. A 2020 update of anal cancer: the increasing problem in women and expanding treatment landscape. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 2020; 14:665-680. [PMID: 32458709 DOI: 10.1080/17474124.2020.1775583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Anal cancer is a rare malignancy with increasing incidence, notably in women. This disease is highly associated with HPV infection and its incidence and mortality are currently rising. Most patients present with localized disease which has a high survival after definitive treatment with chemoradiation. For patients who develop metastatic disease or present with this de novo, survival is poor. AREAS COVERED This review provides a summary of current literature on anal cancer. With a focus on women, this includes current epidemiological trends, role of HPV, and the current and future treatment landscape, including HPV vaccination and immunotherapy. Screening currently focusses on HIV-positive men, missing most female cases. In curative disease, trials are investigating treatment de-intensification in good prognostic groups. Immunotherapy is showing early promise in the advanced disease setting. EXPERT OPINION Similar to cervical cancer, anal cancer is strongly associated with HPV, and therefore, broader implementation of screening programs may reduce its incidence. HPV vaccination is expected to reduce the development of (pre)malignant anal lesions. The emergence of biomarkers will assist patient treatment selection, allowing optimal balance of treatment efficacy and morbidity. It is hoped that new treatment approaches, including immunotherapy, will improve outcomes. International collaboration is needed.
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- Caroline Lum
- Medical Oncology, Monash Medical Centre , Clayton, Australia
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- Medical Oncology, Monash Medical Centre , Clayton, Australia.,Oncology Department, University Hospital Antwerp , Antwerp, Belgium
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- Medical Oncology, Monash Medical Centre , Clayton, Australia
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- Medical Oncology, Monash Medical Centre , Clayton, Australia
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- Medical Oncology, Monash Medical Centre , Clayton, Australia.,School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University , Clayton, Australia
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Nowak RG, Ndembi N, Dauda W, Jibrin P, Bentzen SM, Nnaji CH, Olaomi O, Darragh TM, Madukwe J, Crowell TA, Baral SD, Blattner WA, Charurat ME, Palefsky JM, Cullen KJ. Implementation of and Early Outcomes From Anal Cancer Screening at a Community-Engaged Health Care Facility Providing Care to Nigerian Men Who Have Sex With Men. J Glob Oncol 2020; 5:1-11. [PMID: 31322994 PMCID: PMC6690628 DOI: 10.1200/jgo.19.00102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Anal cancer risk is substantially higher among HIV-infected men who have sex with men (MSM) as compared with other reproductive-age adults, but screening is rare across sub-Saharan Africa. We report the use of high-resolution anoscopy (HRA) as a first-line screening tool and the resulting early outcomes among MSM in Abuja, Nigeria. METHODS From August 2016 to August 2017, 424 MSM enrolled in an anal cancer screening substudy of TRUST/RV368, a combined HIV prevention and treatment cohort. HRA-directed biopsies were diagnosed by histology, and ablative treatment was offered for high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL). HRA proficiency was assessed by evaluating the detection of squamous intraepithelial lesions (SIL) over time and the proportion biopsied. Prevalence estimates of low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions and HSIL with 95% CIs were calculated. Multinomial logistic regression was used to identify those at the highest risk of SIL. RESULTS Median age was 25 years (interquartile range [IQR], 22-29), median time since sexual debut was 8 years (IQR, 4-12), and 59% (95% CI, 54.2% to 63.6%) were HIV infected. Rate of detection of any SIL stabilized after 200 screenings, and less than 20% had two or more biopsies. Preliminary prevalence estimates of low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions and HSIL were 50.0% (95% CI, 44.7% to 55.3%) and 6.3% (95% CI, 4.0% to 9.3%). HIV infection, at least 8 years since anal coital debut, concurrency, and external warts were independently statistically associated with SIL. CONCLUSION Proficiency with HRA increased with experience over time. However, HSIL detection rates were low, potentially affected by obstructed views from internal warts and low biopsy rates, highlighting the need for ongoing evaluation and mentoring to validate this finding. HRA is a feasible first-line screening tool at an MSM-friendly health care facility. Years since anal coital debut and external warts could prioritize screening.
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- Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Silver Spring, MD.,Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Bethesda, MD
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- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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Incidence, Persistence, Clearance, and Correlates of Genital Human Papillomavirus Infection and Anogenital Warts in a Cohort of Men Living With Human Immunodeficiency Virus in South Africa. Sex Transm Dis 2020; 46:347-353. [PMID: 30985636 PMCID: PMC6485297 DOI: 10.1097/olq.0000000000000979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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A cohort study of human immunodeficiency virus–positive men in Johannesburg, South Africa found that they have high persistence of genital human papillomavirus infection and anogenital warts. A combination of early and effective use of antiretroviral therapy and human papillomavirus vaccination could reduce this burden. Objective To estimate the incidence; persistence and correlates of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and anogenital warts (AGW) among men living with human immunodeficiency virus (MLHIV). Methods Overall, 304 MLHIV 18 years or older were enrolled and attended follow-up visits at 6, 12, and 18 months. Clinicians examined for AGW, collected blood, and penile swabs for HPV testing (Roche Linear Array) at each visit. Time to AGW incidence or clearance was estimated by Kaplan-Meier method. Factors associated with persistent HPV infection and AGW clearance were evaluated with generalized estimating equations and Cox regression, respectively. Results Mean age of participants was 38 years (standard deviation, 8 years); 25% reported more than 1 sexual partner in the past 3 months. Most (65%) participants were on antiretroviral treatment (ART) with a median CD4+ count of 445 cells/μL (interquartile range, 328–567). Prevalence of HPV infection and AGW at enrolment were 79% (224 of 283) and 12% (36 of 304), respectively. Two hundred fifty-nine men were followed up for a median (interquartile range) 1.4 years (0.5–1.7 years). Incidence of any-genital HPV infection was 2.9 (95% confidence interval, 1.5–5.5) per 100 person-years. Persistence of any-genital HPV infection was 35% (68 of 192) and was higher among MLHIV with low CD4+ count (adjusted odds ratio, 3.54; 95% confidence interval, 2.07–6.05). Incidence of AGW was 1.4 per 100 person-years. Men living with human immunodeficiency virus with high CD4+ count were more likely to clear AGW than those with low CD4 count (adjusted hazard ratio, 3.69; 95% confidence interval, 1.44–9.47). No associations were observed between persistent genital HPV infection, AGW clearance with enrolment ART status or duration. Conclusions Human immunodeficiency virus–positive men have a high burden of genital HPV infection and AGW. The ART and HPV vaccine could reduce this burden.
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Clifford GM, Combes JD. Hopes for Prevention of Anal Cancer in Women. J Infect Dis 2020; 221:1210-1212. [PMID: 31100126 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiz191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2019] [Accepted: 04/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Approximately 8,300 new cases of anal carcinoma will be diagnosed in the United States in 2019. Anal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) accounts for about 70% of all anal cancers. As cancer prevention and treatments have evolved over time, medical management of human immunodeficiency virus has improved, and sexual behaviors have changed, anal carcinoma incidence rates (IRs) may have also changed. METHODS The 9 oldest Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results registries were used to identify and determine IR of carcinoma in situ (CIS) and invasive SCC for 9757 patients below 65 years diagnosed with anal SCC/CIS from 1973 to 2014. Joinpoint regression models identified time points at which incidence trends changed. RESULTS The incidence of CIS decreased since 2010 (age-adjusted IR annual percent change [APC]: -5.65, 95% CI: -10.0 to -1.1), especially for men (APC: -8.30, 95% CI: -12.6 to -3.8). In contrast, the incidence of SCC increased since 2007 (APC: 2.59, 95% CI: 0.1-5.2). During 2010-2014, men were more likely to present with CIS (incidence rate ratio [IRR]: 3.234, 95% CI: 3.000-3.489) but less likely to present with localized (IRR: 0.827, 95% CI: 0.754-0.906), regional (IRR: 0.603, 95% CI: 0.537-0.676), and distant SCC (IRR: 0.751, 95% CI: 0.615-0.915) compared with women. CONCLUSIONS The previously observed rise in anal SCC/CIS incidence slowed in 2010, largely due to a decline in CIS rates. Patients were more likely to present with CIS than SCC at any stage. Future studies are necessary to determine if this decline in CIS precedes a decline in invasive SCC.
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Chikandiwa A, Pisa PT, Tamalet C, Muller EE, Michelow P, Chersich MF, Mayaud P, Delany-Moretlwe S. Prevalent, persistent anal HPV infection and squamous intraepithelial lesions: Findings from a cohort of men living with HIV in South Africa. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0225571. [PMID: 31805074 PMCID: PMC6894774 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0225571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2018] [Accepted: 11/08/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Objective To estimate the prevalence, incidence and persistence of anal HPV infection and squamous intra-epithelial lesions (SILs) among men living with HIV (MLHIV), and determine their risk factors. Methods We enrolled MLHIV ≥18 years, who attended 6-monthly visits for 18 months. Socio-behavioural data were collected by questionnaire. Clinicians collected blood sample (CD4+ count and HIV plasma viral load), anal swabs (HPV DNA testing) and anal smears (Bethesda classification) at each visit. HPV DNA testing and classification of smears were done at enrolment and last follow-up visit (two time points). Factors associated with persistent anal HPV infection and SILs were evaluated with generalized estimating equations logistic regression and standard logistic regression respectively. Results Mean age of 304 participants was 38 (Standard Deviation, 8) years; 25% reported >1 sexual partner in the past 3 months. Only 5% reported ever having sex with other men. Most (65%) participants were taking antiretroviral treatment (ART), with a median CD4+ count of 445 cells/μL (IQR, 328–567). Prevalence of any-HPV infection at enrolment was 39% (88/227). In total, 226 men had anal HPV DNA results at both enrolment and final visits. Persistence of any-anal HPV infection among 80 men who had infection at enrolment was 26% (21/80). Any persistent anal HPV infection was more frequent among MLHIV with low CD4+ count (<200 vs. >500 cells/μL; aOR = 6.58; 95%CI: 2.41–17.94). Prevalence of anal SILs at enrolment was 49% (118/242) while incidence of SILs among MLHIV who had no anal dysplasia at enrolment was 27% (34/124). Of the 118 men who had anal dysplasia at enrolment, 15% had regressed and 38% persisted by month 18. Persistent anal HPV infection was associated with persistent SILs (aOR = 2.95; 95%CI: 1.08–10.89). ART status or duration at enrolment were not associated with persistent anal HPV infection or persistent SILs during follow-up. Conclusion In spite of a high prevalence of anal HPV, HIV-positive heterosexual men have a low burden of anal HPV related disease. HPV vaccine and effective ART with immunological reconstitution could reduce this burden of infection.
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- Admire Chikandiwa
- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology IHU and CNRS-URMITE, UMR 7278 Timone University Hospital Marseille, France
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- National Institute for Communicable Diseases, National Health Laboratory Service, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Cytology Unit, Department of Anatomical Pathology, University of the Witwatersrand and National Health Laboratory Services, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
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- Wits RHI, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Jacobson KB, Gaisa MM, Sigel K, Foster AL, Fierer DS. Anal Dysplasia in Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Men Who Have Sex With Men With Sexually Acquired Early Hepatitis C Virus Infection. Open Forum Infect Dis 2019; 6:ofz339. [PMID: 31777754 PMCID: PMC6876538 DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofz339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2019] [Accepted: 07/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected men who have sex with men (MSM) are at increased risk of anorectal infection with high-risk human papillomavirus and subsequent high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL), the putative precursor to anal cancer. Recently, an epidemic of sexually transmitted hepatitis C virus (HCV) has emerged that shares this anorectal route of transmission. We hypothesized that the prevalence of anal HSIL would be high in HIV-infected MSM with sexually acquired early HCV infection. Methods High-resolution anoscopy (HRA) findings from a cohort of HIV-infected MSM with sexually acquired early HCV infection were compared with HRA findings from a contemporary cohort of HIV-infected MSM without HCV infection who underwent HRA due to abnormal anal cytology found during routine screening. Results Sixty HIV-infected MSM with sexually acquired early HCV infection and the comparator group of 1150 HIV-infected MSM with abnormal anal cytology but without HCV underwent HRA. The HIV-infected MSM with sexually acquired early HCV had higher CD4 counts compared with the comparator group (656 and 541 cells/μL, respectively; P = .02). Despite this, the prevalence of anal dysplasia was as high among MSM with early HCV as in the comparator group of MSM with abnormal cytology (47 [78%] and 941 [82%], respectively; P = .50), as was the proportion with HSIL (25 [42%] and 379 [33%], respectively; P = .17). Conclusions The prevalence of anal dysplasia in HIV-infected MSM with sexually acquired early HCV infection was as high as that of HIV-infected MSM with abnormal anal cytology. These findings suggest that primary screening with HRA may be warranted for HIV-infected MSM with early HCV.
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- Karen B Jacobson
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York
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Fields AC, Welten VM, Lu P, Goldberg JE, Irani J, Bleday R, Melnitchouk N. Does race impact survival for patients with anal squamous cell carcinoma? J Surg Oncol 2019; 120:1201-1207. [DOI: 10.1002/jso.25712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Adam C. Fields
- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
- Center for Surgery and Public Health, Department of SurgeryBrigham and Women's HospitalBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
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- Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's HospitalHarvard Medical SchoolBoston Massachusetts
- Center for Surgery and Public Health, Department of SurgeryBrigham and Women's HospitalBoston Massachusetts
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Savoie MB, Laffan A, Brickman C, Daniels B, Levin A, Rowen T, Smith J, Van Blarigan EL, Hope TA, Berry-Lawhorn JM, Anwar M, Van Loon K. A multi-disciplinary model of survivorship care following definitive chemoradiation for anal cancer. BMC Cancer 2019; 19:906. [PMID: 31510960 PMCID: PMC6737598 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-019-6053-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Following definitive chemoradiation for anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC), patients face a variety of chronic issues including: bowel dysfunction, accelerated bone loss, sexual dysfunction, and psychosocial distress. The increasing incidence of this disease, high cure rates, and significant long-term sequelae warrant increased focus on optimal survivorship care following definitive chemoradiation. In order to establish our survivorship care model for ASCC patients, a multi-disciplinary team of experts performed a comprehensive literature review and summarized best practices for the multi-disciplinary management of this unique patient population. We reviewed principle domains of our survivorship approach: (1) management of chronic toxicities; (2) sexual health; (3) HIV management in affected patients; (4) psychosocial wellbeing; and (5) surveillance for disease recurrence and survivorship care delivery. We provide recommendations for the optimization of survivorship care for ASCC patients can through a multi-disciplinary approach that supports physical and psychological wellness.
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- Marissa B Savoie
- School of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Psycho-Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, USA
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, USA.
- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of California, San Francisco, USA.
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Sociodemographic Predictors of Anal Cancer Screening and Follow-up in Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Individuals. Cancer Nurs 2019; 41:424-430. [PMID: 28723723 DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000000524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anal cancer in the United States is generally rare; however, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected individuals are 28 times more likely to be given a diagnosis of anal cancer than the general population. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to examine the rates and sociodemographic predictors of anal cancer screening and follow-up anoscopy in a sample of HIV-infected individuals. METHODS Data for this study (n = 200) were derived from a retrospective chart review of randomly selected HIV-infected individuals. Data analyses included Pearson's correlation coefficient statistic to examine bivariate associations and logistic regression modeling for prediction of anal Papanicolaou test screening and follow-up anoscopy. RESULTS Screening rates and follow-up after an abnormal anal Pap test were low. Women were less likely to be screened for anal cancer (odds ratio [OR], 0.244; P = .007). Men who have sex with men were almost 4 times more likely to be screened for anal cancer (OR, 3.7; P = .02). Men who have sex with men were 6 times more likely to have follow-up after an abnormal anal Pap test compared with heterosexual men or women of any sexual orientation (OR, 6.88; P = .002). CONCLUSIONS High-risk groups for anal cancer should be targeted for preventative measures as part of a cancer prevention plan to decrease the personal and clinical burden associated with anal cancer. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Cancer prevention is a multistep process that requires screening and follow-up efforts, where healthcare providers play a vital role in these efforts. Findings from this study can inform strategies to improve screening and follow-up rates in HIV-infected individuals.
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Lin C, Slama J, Gonzalez P, Goodman MT, Xia N, Kreimer AR, Wu T, Hessol NA, Shvetsov Y, Ortiz AP, Grinsztejn B, Moscicki AB, Heard I, Del Refugio González Losa M, Kojic EM, Schim van der Loeff MF, Wei F, Longatto-Filho A, Mbulawa ZA, Palefsky JM, Sohn AH, Hernandez BY, Robison K, Simpson S, Conley LJ, de Pokomandy A, van der Sande MAB, Dube Mandishora RS, Volpini LPB, Pierangeli A, Romero B, Wilkin T, Franceschi S, Hidalgo-Tenorio C, Ramautarsing RA, Park IU, Tso FK, Godbole S, D'Hauwers KWM, Sehnal B, Menezes LJ, Heráclio SA, Clifford GM. Cervical determinants of anal HPV infection and high-grade anal lesions in women: a collaborative pooled analysis. THE LANCET. INFECTIOUS DISEASES 2019; 19:880-891. [PMID: 31204304 PMCID: PMC6656696 DOI: 10.1016/s1473-3099(19)30164-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2018] [Revised: 02/27/2019] [Accepted: 03/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cervical cancer screening might contribute to the prevention of anal cancer in women. We aimed to investigate if routine cervical cancer screening results-namely high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cytohistopathology-predict anal HPV16 infection, anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL) and, hence, anal cancer. METHODS We did a systematic review of MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane library for studies of cervical determinants of anal HPV and HSIL published up to Aug 31, 2018. We centrally reanalysed individual-level data from 13 427 women with paired cervical and anal samples from 36 studies. We compared anal high-risk HPV prevalence by HIV status, cervical high-risk HPV, cervical cytohistopathology, age, and their combinations, using prevalence ratios (PR) and 95% CIs. Among 3255 women with anal cytohistopathology results, PRs were similarly calculated for all anal HSIL and HPV16-positive anal HSIL. FINDINGS Cervical and anal HPV infections were highly correlated. In HIV-negative women, anal HPV16 prevalence was 41% (447/1097) in cervical HPV16-positive versus 2% (214/8663) in cervical HPV16-negative women (PR 16·5, 95% CI 14·2-19·2, p<0·0001); these values were 46% (125/273) versus 11% (272/2588) in HIV-positive women (4·4, 3·7-5·3, p<0·0001). Anal HPV16 was also associated with cervical cytohistopathology, with a prevalence of 44% [101/228] for cervical cancer in HIV-negative women (PR vs normal cytology 14·1, 11·1-17·9, p<0·0001). Anal HSIL was associated with cervical high-risk HPV, both in HIV-negative women (from 2% [11/527] in cervical high-risk HPV-negative women up to 24% [33/138] in cervical HPV16-positive women; PR 12·9, 95% CI 6·7-24·8, p<0·0001) and HIV-positive women (from 8% [84/1094] to 17% [31/186]; 2·3, 1·6-3·4, p<0·0001). Anal HSIL was also associated with cervical cytohistopathology, both in HIV-negative women (from 1% [5/498] in normal cytology up to 22% [59/273] in cervical HSIL; PR 23·1, 9·4-57·0, p<0·0001) and HIV-positive women (from 7% [105/1421] to 25% [25/101]; 3·6, 2·5-5·3, p<0·0001). Prevalence of HPV16-positive anal HSIL was 23-25% in cervical HPV16-positive women older than 45 years (5/20 in HIV-negative women, 12/52 in HIV-positive women). INTERPRETATION HPV-based cervical cancer screening programmes might help to stratify anal cancer risk, irrespective of HIV status. For targeted secondary anal cancer prevention in high-risk groups, HIV-negative women with cervical HPV16, especially those older than 45 years, have a similar anal cancer risk profile to that of HIV-positive women. FUNDING International Agency for Research on Cancer.
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- Chunqing Lin
- International Agency for Research on Cancer, Lyon, France; National Cancer Center, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, and Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, General University Hospital and First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Proyecto Epidemiológico Guanacaste, Fundación INCIENSA, San José, Costa Rica
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- Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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- National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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- University of Hawaii Cancer Center, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
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- University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Graduate School of Public Health, UPR, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Instituto Nacional de Infectologia Evandro Chagas-Fiocruz, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine, IE3M, Groupe Hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière, Assistance Publique, Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Mount Sinai West and St Luke's Hospitals, New York, NY, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen, Fujian, China
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- Research Institute of Life and Health Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal; 3B's (Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics) Research Group, Portugal Government Associate Laboratory, Braga, Portugal; Laboratory of Medical Investigation 14, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil; Teaching and Research Institute, Molecular Oncology Research Center, Barretos Cancer Hospital-Pio XII Foundation, Barretos, Brazil
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- Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; Department of Pathology, Division of Medical Virology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; Centre for HIV and STIs, National Institute for Communicable Diseases, National Health Laboratory Service, Johannesburg, South Africa; South African Medical Research Council Gynaecological Cancer Research Centre, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- TREAT Asia/amfAR-Foundation for AIDS Research, Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Obstetrics & Gynecology and Medicine, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
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- Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Epidemiology Research Team, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre and Department of Family Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Public Health Epidemiology, Head Department Public Health, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Parirenyatwa Hospital premises, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Health Sciences Center, Federal University of Espírito Santo, Vitória, Brazil
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- Proyecto Epidemiológico Guanacaste, Fundación INCIENSA, San José, Costa Rica
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Gynecology of the Federal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, ICMR-National AIDS Research Institute, Indian Council of Medical Research, Pune, India
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- Radboud University Nijmegen, Medical Centre, Department of Urology, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, General University Hospital and First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Division of Infectious Disease, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Women's Healthcare Center, Instituto de Medicina Integral Professor Fernando Figueira, Recife, PE, Brazil; Cytopathology Division, Public Health Laboratory of the State of Pernambuco, Recife, PE, Brazil
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Koskan AM, Brennhofer SA, Helitzer DL. Screening for anal cancer precursors among patients living with HIV in the absence of national guidelines: practitioners' perspectives. Cancer Causes Control 2019; 30:989-996. [PMID: 31302838 DOI: 10.1007/s10552-019-01209-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2019] [Accepted: 07/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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PURPOSE Immunocompromised populations including people living with HIV (PLWH) suffer disproportionate burden from anal cancer, a rare cancer caused by persistent infection of the anal canal with oncogenic strains of human papillomavirus. In the US, there are no nationally adopted screening guidelines for anal cancer. In the absence of such guidelines, this study explores healthcare practitioners' screening practices for early signs of anal cancer among PLWH. METHODS Between November 2017 and June 2018, the research team completed 25 interviews among a diverse sample of healthcare practitioners who provide care for PLWH. RESULTS Providers expressed frustration that screening and treatment guidelines for anal cancer were scant, and they varied in their screening practices. The majority of providers screened PLWH for anal dysplasia via the anal Pap smear; few providers were trained and had the medical equipment to conduct high-resolution anoscopy-guided biopsies, a more sensitive and specific screening method. Others screened through digital ano-rectal examinations (DARE) and both visually and with a DARE. Participants discussed how providers may be over-treating their patients who have high-grade anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN) and the role of biomarkers to determine whether the lesion is carcinogenic. CONCLUSIONS Practitioners who provide care for PLWH are proactive in screening to help prevent and control anal cancer, a rare and slow-growing disease. Continuing to regularly surveil high-risk populations, particularly PLWH previously diagnosed with high-grade lesions, is critical to prevent and control anal cancer.
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- Alexis M Koskan
- College of Health Solutions, Arizona State University, 425 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, USA.
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Risk for malignancies of infectious etiology among adult survivors of specific non-Hodgkin lymphoma subtypes. Blood Adv 2019; 3:1961-1969. [PMID: 31262739 DOI: 10.1182/bloodadvances.2019030924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2019] [Accepted: 04/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Infectious agents have been identified in the etiology of certain non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) subtypes and solid tumors. The impact of this shared etiology on risk for second cancers in NHL survivors has not been comprehensively studied. We used US population-based cancer registry data to quantify risk of solid malignancies associated with infectious etiology among 127 044 adult 1-year survivors of the 4 most common NHL subtypes diagnosed during 2000 to 2014 (mean follow-up, 4.5-5.2 years). Compared with the general population, elevated risks for liver, stomach, and anal cancers were observed among diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) survivors (standardized incidence ratio [SIR], 1.85; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.46-2.31; SIR, 1.51; 95% CI, 1.16-1.94; SIR, 3.71; 95% CI, 2.52-5.27, respectively) and marginal zone lymphoma (MZL; SIR, 1.98; 95% CI, 1.34-2.83; SIR, 2.78; 95% CI, 2.02-3.74; SIR, 2.36; 95% CI, 1.02-4.64, respectively) but not follicular lymphoma or chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma. Anal cancer risk was particularly elevated among DLBCL survivors with HIV (SIR, 68.34; 95% CI, 37.36-114.66) vs those without (SIR, 2.09; 95% CI, 1.22-3.34). The observed patterns are consistent with shared associations between these cancers and hepatitis C virus, Helicobacter pylori, and HIV, respectively. In contrast, risks for cervical and oropharyngeal/tonsil cancers were not elevated among survivors of any NHL subtype, possibly because of the lack of NHL association with human papillomavirus or population-wide screening practices (for cervical cancer). In summary, patterns of elevated second cancer risk differed by NHL subtype. Our results suggest shared infectious etiology has implications for subsequent cancer risks among DLBCL and MZL survivors, which may help inform surveillance for these survivors.
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Chikandiwa A, Pisa PT, Sengayi M, Singh E, Delany-Moretlwe S. Patterns and trends of HPV-related cancers other than cervix in South Africa from 1994–2013. Cancer Epidemiol 2019; 58:121-129. [DOI: 10.1016/j.canep.2018.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2018] [Revised: 10/21/2018] [Accepted: 12/06/2018] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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High-resolution anoscopy in HIV-infected men: Assessment of the learning curve and factors that improve the performance. PAPILLOMAVIRUS RESEARCH 2019; 7:62-66. [PMID: 30716543 PMCID: PMC6374501 DOI: 10.1016/j.pvr.2019.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2018] [Revised: 01/30/2019] [Accepted: 01/30/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Objective To determine the required learning time for high-resolution anoscopy (HRA)-guided biopsy to detect histological high-risk squamous intraepithelial lesions (hHSIL) and to identify factors that impact on the training process. Methods All HIV-infected, screening-naïve men-who-have-sex-with-men who underwent HRA conducted by one single observer from 2010 to 2017 in a Spanish HIV-outpatient clinic were analysed. Results Eighty-five (14.7%) of the 581 patients included presented hHSIL. The factors associated with the capacity to detect hHSIL [adjusted odds ratio (aOR), 95% confidence interval (95%CI)] were the presence of cytological HSIL (3.04, 1.78–5.21; p < 0.001), infection with high-risk human papilloma virus (HR-HPV) (2.89, 1.38–6.05; p = 0.005), the number of biopsies taken/HRA (aOR: 1.28, 1.07–1.52; p = 0.006) and tobacco smoking (1.75; 1.12–2.73; p = 0.014). Two events independently augmented the detection rate of hHSIL: one single experienced pathologist interpreted biopsies after 409 HRA (2.80, 1.74–4.48; p = 0.035) and the anoscopist underwent an additional training after 536 HRA (2.57, 1.07–6.16; p = 0.035). A learning process could be observed throughout the whole study with stable HR-HPV prevalence. Conclusion The data support the growing evidence that the proposed training volume of 50–200 performances is underestimated. Extensive training of both anoscopist and pathologist is warranted and the development of tools to support the diagnostic performance may be considered. HRA-guided biopsy to detect histological HSIL requires a long learning period. 581 HIV-infected men who have sex with men underwent HRA conducted by one observer. Throughout the whole study period, a learning process was noted with stable HR-HPV. The widely proposed training volume of 50–200 performances is probably underestimated. Extensive training of anoscopist/pathologist, and possibly AI tools, are warranted.
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Marra E, Lin C, Clifford GM. Type-Specific Anal Human Papillomavirus Prevalence Among Men, According to Sexual Preference and HIV Status: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis. J Infect Dis 2019; 219:590-598. [PMID: 30239749 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiy556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2018] [Accepted: 09/14/2018] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Anal human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, most notably HPV16, the central cause of anal cancer, is increased by anal sexual intercourse and worsened by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positivity. Methods A systematic review and meta-analysis of type-specific anal HPV prevalence in men, compared according to sexual preference, HIV status, and, when available, anal cytopathology. Results Seventy-nine eligible studies included: 1805 HIV-negative men who have sex with women (MSW), 924 HIV-positive MSW, 8213 HIV-negative men who have sex with men (MSM), and 12758 HIV-positive MSM. Irrespective of anal cytopathology, HPV16 prevalence was significantly higher in MSM than MSW, both among HIV-negative (14% vs 3%; prevalence ratio (PR) 4.7; 95% confidence interval [CI] 2.5-8.9) and HIV-positive men (30% vs 11%; PR = 2.8; 95% CI, 1.9-4.1). Likewise, HPV16 was significantly higher in HIV-positive than HIV-negative men, both among MSW (PR = 3.5; 95% CI, 1.6-7.7) and MSM (PR = 2.1; 95% CI, 1.8-2.5). Anal HPV16 prevalence was similar between HIV-positive MSW and HIV-negative MSM. For MSM, anal HPV16 prevalence was significantly higher from studies with anal cytopathology, suggesting population sampling effects. Conclusion Sexual preference and HIV infection are independent strong determinants of male anal HPV16 infection, confirming HIV-positive MSM as priorities for anal cancer prevention.
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- Elske Marra
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Public Health Service Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- International Agency for Research on Cancer, Lyon, France
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The prevalence of anal human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) remain high among HIV-infected individuals on effective antiretroviral therapy (ART). The incidence of HPV-related anal cancers has continued to increase since the introduction of ART. Therefore, ART may confer only limited benefit with respect to reducing the risk of anal HSIL and cancer. Efforts are in progress to define the efficacy of secondary prevention programs for prevention of anal cancer. In the modern ART era, anal cancer recurrence and survival outcomes are similar in HIV-infected and HIV-uninfected patients, but HIV-infected patients may experience more toxicities. This article reviews the current literature on HPV-associated anal cancer in the HIV-infected population, including epidemiology, screening, clinical characteristics, and treatment outcomes.
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- Chia-Ching J Wang
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, San Francisco, CA, USA
- , 995 Potrero Avenue, Building 80, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94110, USA
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA.
- , 513 Parnassus Ave, Med Sci Room 420E, Box 0654, San Francisco, CA, 94143, USA.
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Koskan AM, Fernandez-Pineda M. Anal Cancer Prevention Perspectives Among Foreign-Born Latino HIV-Infected Gay and Bisexual Men. Cancer Control 2018; 25:1073274818780368. [PMID: 29925247 PMCID: PMC6028166 DOI: 10.1177/1073274818780368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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This study explores understanding of primary and secondary prevention of anal cancer among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected foreign-born Latino gay and bisexual men (GBM). Between August 2015 and December 2016, researchers conducted 33 in-depth, semi-structured interviews with HIV-infected foreign-born Latino GBM. Interview questions sought to determine participants' knowledge and perceived barriers and facilitators to primary and secondary prevention of anal cancer. Researchers analyzed interview transcripts using a qualitative content analysis approach. For primary prevention, men reported a lack of knowledge about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. However, for secondary prevention, roughly 60% of participants had previously screened for anal dysplasia via anal Papanicolaou (Pap) smear. However, participants reported willingness to screen, and provider recommendation was the most common screening facilitator. Men reported stigma related to their HIV status, sexual orientation, and anal Pap smear procedures as anal cancer screening barriers. Participants reported willingness to use a self-screening anal Pap smear test if it was commercially available. Health providers continue to be the leading source of health information. Therefore, provider recommendation for HPV vaccination and anal cancer screening among age-eligible foreign-born Latino HIV-infected GBM is critical. More work is needed to destigmatize HIV and sexual orientation to influence positive health behaviors among this population. Future intervention research could test the effects of provider-led interventions and also media campaigns aimed at influencing HPV vaccine uptake and anal cancer screening among this population.
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- Alexis M Koskan
- 1 Arizona State University, College of Health Solutions, School of Nutrition and Health Promotion, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Palefsky J. Reprint of: Human papillomavirus infection and its role in the pathogenesis of anal cancer. SEMINARS IN COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY 2018. [DOI: 10.1053/j.scrs.2018.11.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Wu CF, Xu L, Fu S, Peng HL, Messick CA, Lairson DR. Health Care Costs of Anal Cancer in a Commercially Insured Population in the United States. J Manag Care Spec Pharm 2018; 24:1156-1164. [PMID: 30362917 PMCID: PMC10397580 DOI: 10.18553/jmcp.2018.24.11.1156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND The incidence and death rate of anal cancer in the United States has been increasing on average 2%-3% per year over the past 10 years. Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is a potentially viable prevention strategy, since about 80% of anal cancers are attributable to HPV. To understand the effect of HPV vaccination, it is important to estimate the treatment costs for the HPV-related disease. OBJECTIVE To estimate the 2-year per patient mean direct health care costs associated with anal cancer in a commercially insured population in the United States. METHODS All newly diagnosed anal cancer patients were identified from a 2011-2014 Truven MarketScan database. Matched population controls were selected from the database with a 2-step matching method using demographic, comorbidity, and health care cost variables. Costs for the first 2 years were measured for cancer patients and controls. The difference in costs between the groups was calculated to estimate the costs associated with anal cancer treatment. A generalized linear model with gamma distribution and log link function was applied to estimate the costs for censored months for the patients who did not have at least 2 years of follow-up. RESULTS 1,976 patients with anal cancer and 1,976 controls were included in the study. The first 2-year per patient adjusted mean cost associated with anal cancer treatment was $127,531 (SD = $189,064). Male sex, cancer diagnosis, higher Charlson Comorbidity Index score, and higher prediagnosis costs were significantly associated with higher monthly costs. Higher psychiatric diagnostic group scores were associated with lower monthly costs. Anal cancer treatment costs were highest in the first 6 months after diagnosis (per patient per month [PPPM] mean = $12,846), leveling off at a much lower monthly cost during the subsequent 18 months of the 2-year period (PPPM mean = $3,717). CONCLUSIONS The first 2-year costs associated with anal cancer treatment were substantial. Given that approximately 80% of anal cancers are attributable to HPV infection, this study provides important parameters for estimating the potential economic benefit of HPV vaccination. DISCLOSURES This research was accomplished within the Oropharynx Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and was funded in part through the Stiefel Oropharyngeal Research Fund. The authors report funding contributions from the Christopher and Susan Damico Chair in Viral Associated Malignancies (The University of Texas MD Anderson). This work was supported by generous philanthropic contributions, including a contribution from the Lyda Hill Foundation, to The University of Texas MD Anderson HPV-Related Cancers Moon Shot Program. The authors have nothing to disclose.
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- Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Surgery
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- Department of Epidemiology, Human Genetics, and Environmental Sciences, School of Public Health
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston
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- Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health, School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Clifford GM, Siproudhis L, Piroth L, Poizot-Martin I, Radenne S, Reynes J, Lesage A, Heard I, Henno S, Fléjou JF, Marchand L, Combes JD, Etienney I. Determinants of high-grade anal intraepithelial lesions in HIV-positive MSM. AIDS 2018; 32:2363-2371. [PMID: 30005009 DOI: 10.1097/qad.0000000000001947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess determinants for histologically proven high-grade anal intraepithelial lesions (hHSIL) in HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM), a population at high-risk of HPV-related anal cancer. DESIGN APACHES is a prospective study of anal HPV and related-lesions in 513 HIV-positive MSM aged at least 35 years in six centres across France. METHODS At baseline, participants underwent high-resolution anoscopy (HRA) with biopsy of suspicious lesions, preceded by anal swabs for liquid-based cytology, p16/Ki67 immunostaining, and HPV DNA. hHSIL diagnosis was established by histopathological review panel consensus, and determinants assessed by logistic regression. RESULTS Baseline hHSIL prevalence was 10.4% and did not differ significantly by age, sexual behaviour or HIV/immunodeficiency markers. hHSIL prevalence was significantly elevated in participants who smoked (ORadj = 2.6, 95% CI 1.3-5.5) or who, in concurrent anal swabs, had ASCUS/LSIL (3.6, 95% CI 1.4-9.3) or ASC-H/HSIL (22.2, 95% CI 6.8-72.6) cytologic abnormalities, p16/Ki67 dual positivity (3.4, 95% CI 1.5-7.5), or non-HPV16 HR (13.0, 95% CI 1.7-102), but most notably, HPV16 (46.3, 95% CI 6.1-355) infection. Previous diagnosis of low-grade (2.3, 95% CI 1.0-5.4) or high-grade (3.8, 95% CI 1.5-9.9) anal lesion also conveyed higher hHSIL risk. After controlling for patient-specific determinants, there remained significant centre-specific effects, most clearly in higher risk groups (HPV16-positive participants: 31.3% hHSIL in centres A-D versus 5.1% in centres E and F, P < 0.01). CONCLUSION Anal cytology and HPV16 infection are potentially useful determinants of hHSIL risk in HIV-positive MSM, but HIV/immunodeficiency-related variables appear not to be. Controlling for patient-specific hHSIL determinants highlights variability in HRA practice across diverse clinical settings and the need for better standardization of this difficult procedure.
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- Service de Gastro-Entérologie et groupe InPhy CIC 1414, CHU Rennes, Rennes
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- Département d'Infectiologie, CHU de Dijon
- INSERM CIC 1432, Université de Bourgogne, Dijon
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- Aix Marseille University, APHM Sainte-Marguerite, service d'Immuno-Hématologie Clinique
- Inserm U912 (SESSTIM), Marseille
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- Service d'Hépatologie, Hôpital de la Croix Rousse, Unité INSERM 1052, CHU Lyon, Lyon
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- Département des Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Montpellier, Montpellier
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- Service de Proctologie Médico-Interventionnelle, Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix-Saint-Simon
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- Centre National de Référence des HPV, Institut Pasteur
- Hôpital Tenon, AP-HP, Paris
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- Service d'Anatomie et Cytologie Pathologiques, CHU Pontchaillou, Rennes
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- Service d'Anatomie et Cytologie Pathologiques, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, GH HUEP, AP-HP
- Faculté de Médecine Sorbonne Université
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- Clinical and Therapeutic Research on HIV/AIDS, ANRS (France Recherche Nord et Sud Sida-HIV et Hépatites), Paris, France
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- Service de Proctologie Médico-Interventionnelle, Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix-Saint-Simon
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Giuliani M, Latini A, Colafigli M, Benevolo M, Rollo F, Zaccarelli M, Giuliani E, Moretto D, Giglio A, Rezza G, Cristaudo A, Donà MG. Vaccine-preventable anal infections by human papillomavirus among HIV-infected men who have sex with men. Future Microbiol 2018; 13:1463-1472. [PMID: 30311788 DOI: 10.2217/fmb-2018-0149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM HIV-infected men who have sex with men (MSM) show the highest prevalence of anal HPV infection. Anal prevalence of the HPVs targeted by the quadrivalent HPV vaccine (4vHPV) and nonavalent HPV vaccine (9vHPV) was estimated in this population. MATERIALS & METHODS Anal specimens were collected from HIV-infected MSM attending a sexually transmitted infection/HIV center. Specimens were analyzed using the Linear Array HPV Genotyping Test. RESULTS A total of 49.5 and 71.2% of the 313 enrolled MSM harbored at least one of the 4vHPV and 9vHPV types, respectively. A significantly decreasing trend was observed for the prevalence of both 4vHPV (p = 0.04) and 9vHPV types (p < 0.001) across age classes. CONCLUSION A substantial proportion of HIV-infected MSM do not harbor a current anal infection with vaccine-preventable HPVs. The potential benefit of the 4vHPV versus 9vHPV vaccination in these subjects, including older MSM, should be investigated.
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- Massimo Giuliani
- HIV/STI Unit, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- HIV/STI Unit, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- HIV/STI Unit, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- Pathology Department, Regina Elena National Cancer Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- Pathology Department, Regina Elena National Cancer Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical and Research Department, Istituto Nazionale Malattie Infettive INMI Lazzaro Spallanzani IRCCS, Via Portuense, 292, 00149, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Sapienza University, Viale Regina Elena, 291-293 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Microbiology & Clinical Pathology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- Microbiology & Clinical Pathology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Infectious, Parasitic & Immune-mediated Diseases, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Viale Regina Elena 299, 00141, Rome, Italy
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- HIV/STI Unit, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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- HIV/STI Unit, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Department, San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144, Rome, Italy
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Frank M, Lahiri CD, Nguyen ML, Mehta CC, Mosunjac M, Flowers L. Factors Associated with High-Grade Anal Intraepithelial Lesion in HIV-Positive Men in a Southern U.S. City. AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses 2018; 34:598-602. [PMID: 29607650 PMCID: PMC6025845 DOI: 10.1089/aid.2018.0008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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The incidence of anal cancer is increased in HIV-infected patients compared with the general population. Risk factors associated with the anal cancer precursor, high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL), have not been extensively studied in an urban black population with late-stage HIV disease. We performed a retrospective chart review of HIV-infected men at the Grady Ponce de Leon Center HIV Clinic (Atlanta, GA) referred for high-resolution anoscopy (HRA), a procedure where anal tissue is examined under magnification and abnormal areas are biopsied. Between December 2013 and September 2015, 147 men underwent HRA: 72% were black, and 94% were men who have sex with men. CD4 count closest to time of HRA was a median 325 cells/mm3 (interquartile range 203-473), and 69% had an undetectable HIV viral load. Ninety-four percent had abnormal anal cytology [80% atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance/low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL) and 20% atypical squamous cells, cannot exclude HSIL/HSIL], and 97% had abnormal histology (35% LSIL, 65% HSIL). Statistically significant variables associated with HSIL included number of biopsies [odds ratio (OR) 1.55, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.13-2.14] and having ≥1 high-grade anal cytology in the last 12 months (OR 3.76, 95% CI 1.38-10.23). No significant association was found between HSIL and CD4, HIV viral load, or recent sexually transmitted infection. In this population, the burden of anal HSIL was extremely high, regardless of most recent anal cytology result. In newly diagnosed HIV-infected men with no history of anal cancer screening, performing HRA as primary anal cancer screening instead of cytology appears to be a viable option.
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- Melanie Frank
- Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
- Grady Ponce de Leon Center, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
- Grady Ponce de Leon Center, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Rollins School of Public Health, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Pathology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Grady Ponce de Leon Center, Atlanta, Georgia
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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Combes JD, Heard I, Poizot-Martin I, Canestri A, Lion A, Piroth L, Didelot JM, Ferry T, Patey O, Marchand L, Flejou JF, Clifford GM, Etienney I. Prevalence and Risk Factors for Anal Human Papillomavirus Infection in Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Positive Men Who Have Sex with Men. J Infect Dis 2018; 217:1535-1543. [PMID: 29394362 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiy059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2018] [Indexed: 03/25/2024] Open
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Background We assessed prevalence and risk factors for anal human papillomavirus (HPV) in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive men who have sex with men (MSM), who are at high-risk of HPV-related anal cancer. Methods APACHES is a multicentric, prospective study of anal HPV infection and lesions in HIV-positive MSM aged ≥35 years. At baseline, participants underwent anal swabs for HPV and cytology, plus high-resolution anoscopy. High-risk HPV (HR-HPV) was tested by Cobas4800, with genotyping of HR-HPV positives by PapilloCheck. Results Among 490 participants, prevalence of HPV16 and HR-HPV was 29% and 70%, respectively, and did not differ significantly by age, sexual behavior, or markers of HIV or immune deficiency. Smoking was the only, albeit weak (odds ratio, 1.8; 95% confidence interval, 1.2-2.7), predictor of HR-HPV. High-risk HPV and HPV16 prevalence increased strongly with anal diagnosis severity, both by worse cytological/histological (composite) diagnosis at APACHES baseline and worse historical diagnosis. HPV16 rose from 19% among participants who were negative for lesions to 63% among participants with high-grade lesions. In contrast, non-HPV16 HR-HPVs were less prevalent in high-grade (37%) than negative (64%) composite diagnosis, and their causal attribution was further challenged by multiple HPV infections. Conclusions Human papillomavirus 16 is ubiquitously frequent among human immunodeficiency virus -positive men having sex with men, and more strongly associated with high-grade anal lesions than other high-risk types, confirming it as a target for anal cancer prevention.
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- Centre National de Référence des HPV, Institut Pasteur, Paris
- Hôpital Tenon, AP-HP, Paris
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- Service d'Immuno-Hématologie Clinique, Université Aix Marseille, APHM Sainte-Marguerite, Marseille
- Inserm U912 (SESSTIM), Marseille
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- Service des Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, Hôpital Tenon, AP-HP, Paris
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- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Rennes
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- Département d'Infectiologie, CHU de Dijon
- INSERM CIC 1432, Université de Bourgogne, Dijon
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- Département d'Hépato-Gastroentérologie, CHU Saint Eloi et Université de Montpellier, Montpellier
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- Département d'Infectiologie, Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon
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- Service de Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, Centre Hospitalier de Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, Villeneuve-Saint-Georges
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- ANRS (France Recherche Nord et Sud Sida-HIV et Hépatites), Paris
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- Service d'Anatomie et Cytologie Pathologiques, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, GH HUEP, AP-HP, Paris
- Faculté de Médecine Sorbonne Université, Paris
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- Service de Proctologie Médico-Interventionnelle, Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix-Saint-Simon, Paris, France
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