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Altmis Kacar H, Ozkul C, Baran A, Guclu-Gunduz A. Effects of cervical stabilization training in patients with headache: A single-blinded randomized controlled trial. Eur J Pain 2024; 28:633-648. [PMID: 37970662 DOI: 10.1002/ejp.2208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2023] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to investigate the effects of Cervical Stabilization Training (CST) on the headache, neck pain and cervical musculoskeletal system in patients with headache compared to the control group. METHODS A total of 90 female patients with migraine, tension-type headache and cervicogenic headache (CGH) participated in this study. The patients were divided into the cervical stabilization training group (CSTG) and the control group (CG). The CSTG performed the CST three times a week for 8 weeks while the CG continued their ongoing medical treatment. The pain intensity was assessed by Visual Analogue Scale, forward head posture by craniovertebral angle measurement, the endurance of deep cervical flexor muscles by craniocervical flexion test and the endurance of cervical muscles by flexor and extensor endurance tests before and after 8 weeks. In addition, disability levels, health-related quality of life, sleep quality and mood were assessed by the Migraine Disability Assessment questionnaire, Neck Disability Index (NDI), Short Form 36 Quality of Life Scale, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and Beck Depression Scale, respectively. RESULTS Headache frequency, duration and intensity, neck pain intensity and forward head posture reduced while activation and performance of deep cervical flexor muscles, the endurance of cervical flexor and extensor muscles increased in the CSTG (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the disability levels, quality of life, sleep quality and mood also improved in the CSTG (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS This study suggests that CST reduces headaches and neck pain by improving the cervical musculoskeletal system in patients with headache. SIGNIFICANCE The CST improved the headache frequency, duration and intensity, neck pain intensity, cervical posture, activation of deep cervical flexor muscles and endurance of cervical muscles in patients with headache. In addition, improvements in the cervical musculoskeletal system contributed to a reduction in the intensity of headaches and neck pain. Therefore, CST may be preferred in the treatment of headaches, especially with coexisting neck pain.
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- H Altmis Kacar
- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Institute of Health Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Neurology, Medical Park Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
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Stepaniuk A, Baran A, Flisiak I. Kynurenine Pathway in Psoriasis-a Promising Link? Dermatol Ther (Heidelb) 2023:10.1007/s13555-023-00958-4. [PMID: 37326759 PMCID: PMC10366053 DOI: 10.1007/s13555-023-00958-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023] Open
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Psoriasis is a common dermatosis which affects the patient's skin and general well-being because of its link to diseases such as depression, kidney disease and metabolic syndrome. Pathogenesis remains unknown; however, genetic, environmental and immunological factors seem to play a role in the development of the disease. Due to a lack of complete understanding of the psoriasis pathology, effective treatment is yet to be developed. The kynurenine pathway is one of the ways amino acid tryptophan is metabolised. In comorbidities typical for psoriasis such as chronic kidney disease, depression and atherosclerotic alterations in the activation of the kynurenine pathway were observed, which were mainly characterised by higher activity compared to that in healthy individuals. However, the kynurenine pathway has not been thoroughly studied among patients with psoriasis even though increased levels of L-kynurenine, one of the enzymes in the kynurenine pathway, were found in psoriatic skin lesions. Given the unknown pathogenesis of the disease, this finding seems to be a potential new field of study and shows a possible link between psoriasis and its comorbidities that could also lead to novel effective treatment for this chronic condition.
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- A Stepaniuk
- Department of Dermatology and Venerology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Dermatology and Venerology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venerology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland
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Ramazani N, Mahd Gharebagh F, Soleimanzadeh A, Arslan HO, Keles E, Gradinarska-Yanakieva DG, Arslan-Acaröz D, Zhandi M, Baran A, Ayen E, Dinç DA. Reducing oxidative stress by κ-carrageenan and C60HyFn: The post-thaw quality and antioxidant status of Azari water buffalo bull semen. Cryobiology 2023:S0011-2240(23)00032-9. [PMID: 37142111 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2023.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 04/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Azeri water buffalo is a species of great interest due to the high quality of its products such as milk. Due to the decreasing trend of its number and risk of extinction in the future, our attention is directed towards ensuring the preservation of its genetic reserves by keeping its sperm. Using antioxidants in semen extender is one of the ways to reduce the detrimental effects of freezing process on post-thawed quality of spermatozoa. This study was conducted to determine the effect of κ-carrageenan (k-CRG) and C60HyFn supplemented semen extender on the quality of post-thawed Azari water buffalo spermatozoa. A total of 30 semen samples were obtained from three buffaloes using an artificial vagina (twice a week for five weeks = 10 replicates). The samples (n = 3) from each replicate were pooled and divided into equal aliquots to prepare 14 extender groups, including control (C), k-0.2, K-0.4, K-0.6, K-0.8 (containing 0.2, 0.4, 0.8 mg K-CRG/mL, respectively), C-0.1, C-0.2, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, C-10, C-20, and C-40 (containing 0.1, 0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1, 5, 10, 20, 40 μM C60HyFn, respectively), and then frozen. After thawing, motility and velocity parameters, plasma membrane integrity (PMI) and functionality (PMF), DNA damage, Hypo-osmotic swelling (HOS) test, malondialdehyde (MDA), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase glutathione activities and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging were evaluated. In vivo fertility was compared between k-0.6, C-1 and control groups. 60 buffalo were inseminated 24 h after the onset of estrus. The diagnosis of pregnancy was performed rectally at least 60 days after fertilization. Total and progressive motility and velocity parameters were improved by k-0.4, k-0.6, k-0.8, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, and C-10 groups) compared to the other groups. Plasma membranes integrity and PMF were improved by k-0.4, k-0.6, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, and C-10 groups compared to other groups, while in terms of sperm DNA damage K-0.4, K-0.6, K-0.8, C-0.2, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, and C-10 groups showed better results compared to the control group. The evidence also showed that k- 0.4, k-0.6, k-0.8, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, and C-10 groups could improve TAC, and decrease MDA levels. Also, k-0.4, k-0.6, k-0.8, C-0.2, C-0.4, C-0.8, C-1, C-5, and C-10 groups could improve GPx, CAT, and GSH levels, but no significant difference was found regarding SOD compared to the other groups. DPPH scavengers were tested by K-0.6, K-0.8 and C-1, C-5, C-10, C-0.8, C-0.4 and C-0.2 groups and compared to other groups improved. The fertility rate [70% (14/20)] was higher in C-1 than other groups. To conclude that k-CRG and C60HyFn supplementation can increase the quality parameters of cryopreserved buffalo semen after thawing and that 1 M C60HyFn can increase in vivo fertility of buffalo semen.
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- N Ramazani
- Biology and Animal Reproduction, Urmia, Iran
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran.
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- Republic of Turkey Ministry of Agriculture and Foresty International Center for Livestock Research and Training, Ankara, Turkiye
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- Republic of Turkey Ministry of Agriculture and Foresty International Center for Livestock Research and Training, Ankara, Turkiye
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- Department of Reproductive Biotechnologies and Cryobiology of Gametes, Institute of Biology and Immunology of Reproduction "Acad. Kiril Bratanov" at Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Afyon Kocatepe University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, 03030, Afyonkarahisar, Turkiye; Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek, KG-720038, Kyrgyzstan; ACR Bio, Food and Biochemistry Research and Development, Afyonkarahisar, 03200, Turkey
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- Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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- Department of Reproduction and Artificial Insemination, Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Aveilar Campus, 34320, Avcilar-Istanbul, Turkiye
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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- Department of Obstetrics ang Gynecology, University of Selcuk, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Konya, Turkiye
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Loh KP, Consagra W, Magnuson A, Baran A, Gilmore N, Giri S, LoCastro M, Isom S, Sohn MB, Williams GR, Houston DK, Nicklas B, Kritchevsky S, Klepin HD. Associations of interleukin-6 with functional trajectories in older adults with cancer: Findings from the Health, Aging, and Body Composition Study. Exp Gerontol 2023; 177:112185. [PMID: 37119835 DOI: 10.1016/j.exger.2023.112185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 04/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Elevated markers of inflammation, such as interleukin-6 (IL-6), are associated with aging, cancer, and functional decline. We assessed the association of pre-diagnosis IL-6 levels with post-diagnosis functional trajectories among older adults with cancer. Black and White participants experience different social structures, therefore we sought to understand whether these associations differ between Black and White participants. METHODS We conducted secondary analysis of the Health Aging, Body, and Composition (ABC) prospective longitudinal cohort study. Participants were recruited from 4/1997 to 6/1998. We included 179 participants with a new cancer diagnosis and IL-6 level measured within 2 years before diagnosis. Primary endpoint was functional measures (self-reported ability to walk 1/4, 20-meter gait speed). Nonparametric longitudinal models were used to cluster the trajectories; multinomial and logistic regressions to model associations. FINDINGS Mean age was 74 (SD 2.9); 36 % identified as Black. For self-reported functional status, we identified 3 clusters: high stable, decline, low stable. For gait speed, we identified 2 clusters: resilient, decline. The relationship between cluster trajectory and IL-6 was different between Black and White participants (p for interaction<0.05). For gait speed, among White participants, a greater log IL-6 level was associated with greater odds of being in the decline vs. resilient cluster [Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR): 4.31, 95 % CI: 1.43, 17.46]. Among Black participants, a greater log IL-6 levels were associated with lower odds of being in the decline vs. resilient cluster (AOR: 0.49, 95 % CI: 0.10, 2.08). Directionality was similar for self-reported ability to walk ¼ mile (high stable vs. low stable). Among White participants, a higher log IL-6 level was associated numerically with greater odds of being in the low stable vs. high stable cluster (AOR: 1.99, 95 % CI: 0.82, 4.85). Among Black participants, a higher log IL-6 level was associated numerically with lower odds of being in the low stable cluster vs. high stable cluster (AOR: 0.78, 95 % CI: 0.30, 2.00). INTERPRETATION The association between IL-6 levels and functional trajectories of older adults differed by race. Future analyses exploring stressors faces by other minoritized racial backgrounds are needed to determine the association between IL-6 and functional trajectories. PANEL RESEARCH IN CONTEXT: Evidence before this study: Previous research has shown that aging is the greatest risk factor for cancer and older adults with cancer experience a higher burden of comorbidities, increasing their risk of functional decline. Race has also been shown to be associated with increased risk for functional decline. Black individuals are exposed to more chronic negative social determinants, compared to White individuals. Previous work has shown that chronic exposure to negative social determinants leads to elevated levels of inflammatory markers, such as IL-6, but studies investigating the relationship between inflammatory markers and functional decline are limited. Added value of this study: Authors of this study sought to understand the association between pre-diagnosis IL-6 levels and functional trajectories post-diagnosis in older adults with cancer, and whether these associations differed between Black and White participants with cancer. Authors decided to utilize the data from the Health, Aging and Body Composition (Health ABC) Study. The Health ACB study was a prospective longitudinal cohort study that has a high representation of Black older adults and collected inflammatory cytokines and physical function data over time. Implications of all available evidence: This work adds to the literature by providing an opportunity to study the difference in the relationships between IL-6 levels and functional trajectories between older Black and White participants with cancer. Identifying factors associated with functional decline and its trajectories may inform treatment decision making and guide development of supportive care interventions to prevent functional decline. Additionally, given the disparities in clinical outcomes for Black individuals, a better understanding of the difference in functional decline based on race will allow more equitable care to be distributed.
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- Kah Poh Loh
- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA; Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA; Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA; Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA; Department of Surgery, Cancer Control, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA.
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Biostatistical Sciences, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Hematology and Oncology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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Moore JW, Baran A, Seymour K, Zhao J, Cliburn JA, Huselton E, Feeney T, Liesveld J, Becker M. Performance of the Endothelial Stress Activation Index and Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Comorbidity Index for Prediction of Early Survival in Matched Unrelated Donor Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplantation. Transplant Cell Ther 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-6367(23)00258-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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LoCastro M, Sanapala C, Mendler JH, Norton S, Bernacki R, Carroll T, Klepin H, Watson E, Liesveld J, Huselton E, O'Dwyer K, Baran A, Flannery M, Kluger BM, Loh KP. Advance care planning in older patients with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. J Geriatr Oncol 2023; 14:101374. [PMID: 36100548 PMCID: PMC9974785 DOI: 10.1016/j.jgo.2022.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Older patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) have worse survival rates compared to younger patients, and experience more intense inpatient healthcare at the end of life (EOL) compared to patients with solid tumors. Advance care planning (ACP) has been shown to limit aggressive and burdensome care at EOL for patients with AML and MDS. The purpose of this study was to better understand ACP from the perspective of clinicians, older patients with AML and MDS, and their caregivers. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted semi-structured interviews with 45 study participants. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed. Open coding and focused content analysis were used to organize data and develop and contextualize categories and subcategories. RESULTS Guided by our specific aims, we developed four themes: (1) The language of ACP and medical order for life-sustaining treatment (MOLST) does not resonate with patients, (2) There is no uniform consensus on when ACP is currently happening, (3) Oncology clinician-perceived barriers to ACP (e.g., patient discomfort, patient lack of knowledge, and lack of time), and (4) Patients felt that they are balancing fear and hope when navigating their AML or MDS diagnosis. DISCUSSION The results of this study can be used to develop interventions to promote serious illness conversations for patients with AML and MDS and their caregivers to ensure that patient care aligns with patient values.
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- Marissa LoCastro
- School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- School of Nursing, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Palliative Care, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Division of General Medicine and Palliative Care, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Hematology/Oncology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, New York, USA.
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- School of Nursing, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of General Medicine and Palliative Care, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA; Department of Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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Baran A. Effect of <i>Althaea rosea</i> flower gum loaded with <i>Thymbra spicata</i> (Zahter) essential oil coating on shelf life and quality of beef patties (Koefte) during cold storage. Izvestiâ vuzov Prikladnaâ himiâ i biotehnologiâ 2023. [DOI: 10.21285/2227-2925-2022-12-4-538-546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
Abstract
The aim of this research is to determine the effect of Althaea rosea flower gum loaded with Thymbra spicata essential oils coating on packaged beef patties during cold storage. For this purpose, samples were evaluated in terms of pH, color, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), and microbiological properties. In addition, texture profile analysis (TPA) was performed to evaluate the textural properties of the beef patties. The essential oil treatment to the beef patties had a significant effect (p<0.05) on the pH values at the end of storage. The coating significantly affected the L* (lightness), a* (redness) and b* (yellowness) values (p<0.05). A similar situation was also found for lipid oxidation (1.00 µmol MDA (g). The coated samples with essential oil-treated had the lowest values of total aerobic bacteria (3.29 log CFU/g), yeast and mold (2.99 log CFU/g), lactic acid bacteria (2.23 log CFU/g), and total psychrophilic bacteria (2.58 log CFU/g). While the effect of the coating on the adhesiveness, gumminess, and chewiness values of the beef patties at the end of storage was significant (p<0.05), it did not affect other textural properties. Current research has shown that Althaea rosea flower gum can be used in edible coatings and, when fortified with Thymbra spicata essential oil, can be used in muscle foods for preservation and shelf-life extension.
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- A. Baran
- Vocational School of Technical Sciences, Atatürk University
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Patil AH, Baran A, Brehm ZP, McCall MN, Halushka MK. A curated human cellular microRNAome based on 196 primary cell types. Gigascience 2022; 11:6675300. [PMID: 36007182 PMCID: PMC9404528 DOI: 10.1093/gigascience/giac083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2022] [Revised: 07/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Background An incomplete picture of the expression distribution of microRNAs (miRNAs) across human cell types has long hindered our understanding of this important regulatory class of RNA. With the continued increase in available public small RNA sequencing datasets, there is an opportunity to more fully understand the general distribution of miRNAs at the cell level. Results From the NCBI Sequence Read Archive, we obtained 6,054 human primary cell datasets and processed 4,184 of them through the miRge3.0 small RNA sequencing alignment software. This dataset was curated down, through shared miRNA expression patterns, to 2,077 samples from 196 unique cell types derived from 175 separate studies. Of 2,731 putative miRNAs listed in miRBase (v22.1), 2,452 (89.8%) were detected. Among reasonably expressed miRNAs, 108 were designated as cell specific/near specific, 59 as infrequent, 52 as frequent, 54 as near ubiquitous, and 50 as ubiquitous. The complexity of cellular microRNA expression estimates recapitulates tissue expression patterns and informs on the miRNA composition of plasma. Conclusions This study represents the most complete reference, to date, of miRNA expression patterns by primary cell type. The data are available through the human cellular microRNAome track at the UCSC Genome Browser (https://genome.ucsc.edu/cgi-bin/hgHubConnect) and an R/Bioconductor package (https://bioconductor.org/packages/microRNAome/).
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- Arun H Patil
- Department of Pathology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY 14642, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY 14642, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY 14642, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
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Wallace D, Cochran D, Duff J, Close J, Murphy M, Baran A, Patel A. A Multicentered Academic Medical Center Experience of a Simulated Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for Hematology/Oncology Fellows. J Cancer Educ 2022; 37:911-914. [PMID: 33057958 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-020-01899-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/11/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Quality improvement and patient safety education is an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) common program requirement for hematology/oncology fellowships. Interprofessional clinical patient safety activities, such as root cause analyses (RCA), can be challenging to incorporate into busy schedules. We report on a multicentered experience utilizing a simulated RCA educational module in an attempt to provide fellows with the tools needed to participate in a live RCA and to increase awareness of the need to analyze patient safety events. The 2-h module included a didactic session explaining the basics of an RCA including common terminology, effective chart review, and personal interviews. The fellows assessed a patient safety event of a missed coagulopathy and created an event flow map and fishbone analysis. They then formed root cause/contributing factor statements and proposed a solution. Twenty-three fellows from two institutions completed the experience. There was a significant difference in fellow reported comfort with participating in a live RCA (p = 0.03), and in utilizing the tools of an RCA following the mock RCA experience (p = 0.005). About 70% of respondents felt that as a result of the mock RCA, they were more likely to report a near miss or adverse event and were more likely to be thorough in their documentation. Mock RCAs are a feasible method of incorporating ACGME-required patient safety activities into hematology/oncology fellow education and are effective in increasing their comfort and understanding of important quality improvement skills.
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- Danielle Wallace
- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14620, USA.
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- Patient Safety and Quality North Florida/South Georgia Malcom Randall VA, 1601 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, 32608, USA
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- Hematology & Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Florida, 1515 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, 32608, USA
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- Designated Institutional Official, University of Florida/ South Georgia Malcom Randall VA, 1535 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL, 32610-3008, USA
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- Hematology & Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Florida, 1515 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, 32608, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14620, USA
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14620, USA
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Melucci AD, Lynch OF, Wright MJ, Baran A, Temple LK, Poles GC, Moalem J. Evaluating Age as a Predictor of Postoperative Opioid Use and Prescribing Habits in Older Adults With Cancer. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2022; 23:678-683.e1. [PMID: 35247360 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2022.01.081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Revised: 01/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the narcotic use of older patients after oncologic resection. DESIGN Retrospective review. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS Adults with neoplasms undergoing resection at a tertiary academic medical center. METHODS Open and minimally invasive resections of the pancreas, bowel, rectum, lung, breast, and skin were included. Emergent procedures, chronic opioid users, and benign pathology were excluded. Narcotic use was measured using morphine equivalents (MEQs, milligrams of morphine) at multiple time points and compared between younger and older (aged ≥65 years) patients. Refill requests were within 30 days of index procedure. RESULTS A total of 445 patients were eligible, and 245 were ≥65 years old. Despite longer length of stay (3 vs 2 days, P = .01), older patients used less narcotic medication [39.8 (150) mg vs 84 (229) mg, P = .004], and reported lower pain scores [1.3 (3.3) vs 2.8 (4.5), P = .0001] over the course of their hospitalization. Additionally, older patients had lower normalized narcotic use [15.3 (150) mg vs 77.4 (240) mg, P = .0001] in the last 48 hours of their admission. Following discharge, older patients had a lower median discharge MEQ (DC MEQ) compared with younger patients, 75 (150) mg vs 112.5 (102.5) mg, P = .002. Further stratifying older patients into age cohorts (65-74 years, 75-84 years, ≥85 years) revealed progressively less narcotic use as measured by total inpatient MEQ and final 48 hours. Additionally, progressively older patients were discharged with progressively lower DC MEQ compared with younger patients, 90 (112.5) mg, 50 (131.3) mg, and 0 (60) mg vs 112.5 (102.5) mg, P < .0001, respectively. Finally, older patients requested refills less often than younger counterparts, 6.5% vs 14.5%, P = .006. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Older patients with cancer reported lower pain scores, consumed less narcotics, were discharged with significantly less narcotics, and called for refills less often compared with younger patients after surgery. These data suggest this population may require less opioids for satisfactory pain control, and development of a guideline targeting postoperative multimodal analgesia in older adults is warranted.
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- Alexa D Melucci
- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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Feeney T, Smith D, Huselton E, Treptow C, Harstad S, Baran A. Baseline Hemoglobin Affects Outcomes after Melphalan-Based Conditioning for Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Transplant Cell Ther 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-6367(22)00296-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Huselton E, Torres N, Baran A, Burrows K, Liesveld J, Mendler J, Peterson D, Langstein H, Evans A, Becker M, Aljitawi O. Interim Analysis of a Pilot Study Evaluating the Safety and Tolerability of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Combination with Fludarabine and Melphalan Conditioning and Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant. Transplant Cell Ther 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-6367(22)00620-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Baumgart H, Wieczorek M, Modzelewski J, Pydyś L, Baran A, Rabiejewski M. 399 Effectiveness and safety of external cephalic version as a method of reducing cesarean sections rates. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Sztajerowska J, Pajurek-Dudek J, Siarkowska I, Modzelewski J, Leśniak M, Kajdy A, Baran A, Rabijewski M. 439 Cpur at labor induction for prediction of adverse perinatal outcome – A pilot study. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Muzyka-Placzyńska K, Kajdy A, Feduniw S, Sztajerowska-Tomaszewska J, Baumgart H, Sys D, Dukaczewska C, Stańczyk M, Baran A, Rabijewski M. 423 Effectiveness of prophylactic negative pressure wound therapy after caesarean section in reducing superficial surgical site infection – a case-control study. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Pydys L, Kajdy A, Sys D, Muzyka-Placzynska K, Mazur B, Baran A, Rabijewski M. 416 Relationship between reduced fetal growth velocity and adverse perinatal outcome. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Andolina J, Coppage M, Baran A, Eastburg L, Fries C, Mullen C, Feeney T, Liesveld J, Becker M, Aljitawi O, Huselton E. Donor KIR Genotyping in Haploidentical Stem Cell Transplant: Results of a Pilot Trial. Transplant Cell Ther 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/s2666-6367(22)00625-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Zielińska M, Feduniw S, Kajdy A, Żmuda E, Baran A, Rabijewski M. 377 Risk of adverse perinatal outcome after labor induction in pregnancies complicated by gestational diabetes. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Liesveld JL, Baran A, Azadniv M, Misch H, Nedrow K, Becker M, Loh KP, O'Dwyer KM, Mendler JH. A phase II study of sequential decitabine and rapamycin in acute myelogenous leukemia. Leuk Res 2021; 112:106749. [PMID: 34839054 DOI: 10.1016/j.leukres.2021.106749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Revised: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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A phase II study was conducted to ascertain whether sequential exposure to decitabine followed by rapamycin, an mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) inhibitor would result in better responses than decitabine alone. Newly diagnosed acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) patients who were >65 years old and not eligible for intensive induction regimens or patients with relapsed or refractory AML received 10 days of decitabine followed by 12 days of rapamycin in cycle 1 and 5 days of decitabine followed by 17 days of rapamycin in subsequent cycles. The composite complete remission rate (CR) was 33 % (CR plus CR with incomplete count recovery). Median overall survival was 7.7 months in newly diagnosed elderly AML patients and 6.6 months in relapsed/refractory AML patients. Twenty-four evaluable patients were enrolled, and the study did not meet its primary endpoint of demonstrating a significant improvement in composite CR rate with the combination as compared to an established historical CR rate of 25 % with decitabine alone. Despite that, the survival rates in relapsed/refractory cases appear comparable to what is reported with other salvage regimens, and no significant patterns of non-hematologic toxicity were noted. 50 % of subjects in the de novo group achieved a composite CR which is significantly higher (p = 0.02) than the rate of 25 % with decitabine alone. This trial is registered at clinical trials.gov as NCT02109744.
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- Jane L Liesveld
- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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- University of Rochester, Department of Medicine and the James P Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY, USA.
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Purpose About 40% of men diagnosed with prostate cancer (Pca) are ≤65 years of age. This study evaluates the risk of second cancer among young Pca patients treated with surgery or radiation. Materials and Methods This is a retrospective review of 150,915 men aged ≤65 years at Pca diagnosis treated with surgery or radiation registered in the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database between 1973 and 2014. Incidence rates of second rectum/rectosigmoid junction (RJ), bladder, and lung cancer in each treatment group were reported with adjustment for potential confounders. Cumulative incidence functions were used to summarize the risk of second cancer after completing initial treatment. Results Men treated with external beam radiation (BEAM), brachytherapy (SEED), or combined radiation all exhibited a statistically significant increased incidence of second bladder cancer compared to men treated with surgery (adjusted incidence rate ratio [IRR]: 2.09, 1.91, and 2.04, respectively). Incidence of rectum/RJ cancer was also significantly increased in men receiving BEAM and combined radiation (adjusted IRR: 1.58 and 1.98, respectively). There were also significant differences in the cumulative incidence of second bladder cancer after receiving any form of radiation compared to surgery. Conclusion Pca survivors ≤65 years of age at Pca diagnosis had an increased risk of second bladder and rectum/RJ cancer after BEAM and combined radiation treatment after adjusting for confounding factors. Second bladder cancer incidence after either form of radiation treatment was increased even at 5 years after a Pca diagnosis.
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- Hong Zhang
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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Baran A. The opportunities and challenges of working with the development of the ellipse-project before, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Eur Psychiatry 2021. [PMCID: PMC9471509 DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2021.190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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COVID-19 pandemics has influenced many research and educational projects, and it influenced also ELLIPSE-project, aiming at the creation of a free online curriculum in suicide prevention for students in the higher education in Sweden, Austria, Hungary, Norway and Poland (September 2019-August 2022). The ELLIPSE (E-Lifelong Learning In Prevention of Suicide in Europe) (www.e-llipse.com) is the first international project in the area of education in suicide prevention in the higher education co-founded by the European Union Erasmus+ programme. We will reflect on some opportunities and challenges due to COVID-19 pandemics. Identified opportunities: 1) learning a new way of communicating, 2) reaching more participants (in case of Sweden we were able to get participants from more regions, 3) more frequent meetings heightening the quality of the project, 4) travelling less (online is the more eco-friendly solution). But there were also some challenges: 1) not be able to proceed according to the preliminary plan generated much more administrative work, 2) online meetings was a challenge for those partners who had problems adjusting to the online form of communication, 3) more negative attitudes to the canal of communication resulted in avoiding it, leading to less frequent interactions what resulted in diminished motivation to the project, and being unable to proceed with project tasks, 4) resignation of some patients from participation because of difficulties in accepting the online form of communication. We will discuss these issues in a more detailed way during the interactive workshop.DisclosureThe E-Lifelong Learning In Prevention of Suicide In Europe (ELLIPSE)-project is co-funded by the European Union’s Programme Erasmus+ (Project ID: 2019-1-SE01-KA203-060571). The EU Commission’s support for this project does not mean that the Commission end
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Rodgers TD, Williams AM, Baran A, Reagan PM, Casulo C, Zent CS, Evans A, Friedberg JW, Barr PM. Toxicity patterns of novel PI3K combinations in patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Leuk Lymphoma 2020; 62:598-605. [PMID: 33100068 DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2020.1837796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Phosphoinositide-3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitors have efficacy in lymphoid malignancies; however, inflammatory and infectious toxicities can compromise the treatment course. An improved understanding of these toxicities will guide clinical use and further development. We evaluated the occurrence of treatment-related adverse events (AEs) in a retrospective review of 79 patients treated in standard fashion with PI3K inhibitor monotherapy or with anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies or as part of a novel combination regimen. Patients treated with a novel combination were at a higher risk of developing a severe AE compared to those treated with standard therapy (HR 1.89, 95% CI 1.02, 3.49; p = .04). Additionally, previously untreated patients were at higher risk of developing a severe AE compared to previously treated patients (HR 3.19, 95% CI 1.48, 6.84; p = .003). These results caution against the use of untested PI3K inhibitor combinations in routine practice and suggest that early phase clinical trials should utilize conservative treatment schemas.
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- Thomas D Rodgers
- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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Baran A, Yildirim S, Ghosigharehaghaji A, Bolat İ, Sulukan E, Ceyhun SB. An approach to evaluating the potential teratogenic and neurotoxic mechanism of BHA based on apoptosis induced by oxidative stress in zebrafish embryo ( Danio rerio). Hum Exp Toxicol 2020; 40:425-438. [PMID: 32909836 DOI: 10.1177/0960327120952140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) has been widely used in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food industries due to its antioxidant activity. Despite the antioxidant effects, reported adverse effects of BHA at the cellular level have made its use controversial. In this regard, this study was performed to elucidate the potential toxicity mechanism caused by BHA at the molecular level in zebrafish embryos. For this purpose, zebrafish embryos were exposed to BHA at levels of 0.5, 1, 5, 7.5 and 10 ppm and monitored at 24, 48, 72 and 96 hours. Survival rate, hatching rate and malformations were evaluated. We examined the potential for reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and apoptosis signalling accumulation in the whole body. Moreover, we evaluated histopathological and immunohistochemical (8-OHDG) characterization of the brain in zebrafish embryos at the 96th hour. We also examined apoptosis, histopathological and immunohistochemical (8-OHDG) characteristics in 96 hpf zebrafish larvae exposed to tertiary butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), one of the major metabolites of BHA, at doses of 0.5, 2.5, 3.75 and 5 ppm. Consequently, it has been considered that increased embryonic and larval malformations in this study may have been caused by ROS-induced apoptosis. After 96 h of exposure, positive 8-OHdG immunofluorescence, degenerative changes, and necrosis were observed in the brain of BHA and TBHQ-treated zebrafish larvae in a dose-dependent manner. BHA and TBHQ exposure could lead to an increase in 8-OHdG activities by resulting oxidative DNA damage. In particular, the obtained data indicate that the induction of ROS formation, occurring during exposure to BHA and/or multiple hydroxyl groups, could be responsible for apoptosis.
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- A Baran
- Department of Food Quality Control and Analysis, Erzurum Vocational School, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Aquatic Biotechnology Laboratory, Fisheries Faculty, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Aquatic Biotechnology Laboratory, Fisheries Faculty, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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- Aquatic Biotechnology Laboratory, Fisheries Faculty, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey.,Aquaculture Department, Fisheries Faculty, 37503Atatürk University, Erzurum, Turkey
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Schaffer K, Panneerselvam N, Loh KP, Herrmann R, Kleckner IR, Dunne RF, Lin PJ, Heckler CE, Gerbino N, Bruckner LB, Storozynsky E, Ky B, Baran A, Mohile SG, Mustian KM, Fung C. Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials of Exercise Interventions Using Digital Activity Trackers in Patients With Cancer. J Natl Compr Canc Netw 2020; 17:57-63. [PMID: 30659130 DOI: 10.6004/jnccn.2018.7082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 09/07/2018] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Background: Exercise can ameliorate cancer- and treatment-related toxicities, but poor adherence to exercise regimens is a barrier. Exercise interventions using digital activity trackers (E-DATs) may improve exercise adherence, but data are limited for patients with cancer. We conducted a systematic review examining the feasibility of E-DATs in cancer survivors and effects on activity level, body composition, objective fitness outcomes, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), self-reported symptoms, and biomarkers. Methods: We identified randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of E-DATs in adult cancer survivors published in English between January 1, 2008, and July 27, 2017. Two authors independently reviewed article titles (n=160), removed duplicates (n=50), and reviewed the remaining 110 articles for eligibility. Results: A total of 12 RCTs met eligibility criteria, including 1,450 patients (mean age, 50-70 years) with the following cancers: breast (n=5), colon or breast (n=2), prostate (n=1), acute leukemia (n=1), or others (n=3). Duration of E-DATs ranged from 4 to 24 weeks, and the follow-up period ranged from 4 to 52 weeks, with retention rates of 54% to 95%. The technology component of E-DATs included pedometers (n=8); pedometers with smartphone application (n=1), Wii Fit (n=1), heart rate monitor (n=1); and a wireless sensor with accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer (n=1). Adherence by at least one measure to E-DATs was >70% in 8 of 8 RCTs. Compared with controls, E-DATs significantly improved patients' step count in 3 of 5 RCTs, activity level in 6 of 9 RCTs, and HRQoL in 7 of 9 RCTs (all P≤05), with no significant changes in biomarkers (eg, interleukin 6, tumor necrosis factor α, C-reactive protein, c-peptide, lipid panel) in 3 RCTs. Duration of E-DAT was not significantly correlated with adherence or study retention. Conclusions: This systematic review shows that E-DATs are feasible to implement in cancer survivors. Future research should examine the optimal type, dose, and schedule of E-DATs for cancer survivors.
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Andolina JR, Walia R, Oliva J, Baran A, Liesveld J, Becker MW, Busacco A, Coppage M. Non-donor specific anti-human leukocyte antigen (HLA) antibodies are not associated with poor outcome in hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients. Hum Immunol 2020; 81:407-412. [PMID: 32471661 DOI: 10.1016/j.humimm.2020.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2020] [Revised: 05/11/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Testing for anti-human leukocyte antigen (HLA) antibodies has now become standard practice in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), and anti-HLA antibodies (both donor specific and non-donor specific) are being identified and have many potential consequences. Most studies suggest that donor-specific HLA antibodies lead to adverse outcomes, though little is reported on non-donor specific anti-HLA antibodies. We present the results of a retrospective cohort analysis of 157 patients who received HSCT at the University of Rochester over a period of four years. We identified 45 patients (28.7%) who had detectable anti-HLA antibodies, while only one patient (0.6%) had donor-specific anti-HLA antibodies. Patients with prior pregnancies and multiple transfusions were at increased risk to develop antibodies. In our cohort, the presence of non-donor specific anti-HLA antibodies did not significantly impact overall survival, progression free survival, graft failure, or transplant-related mortality.
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- J R Andolina
- Department of Pediatrics, Golisano Children's Hospital, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Golisano Children's Hospital, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Center, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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Li F, Nielsen G, Baran A, Hu J, Wallace D, Preslar M, Fleming F, Temple L, Dunne RF, Noel M, Hezel AF, Tejani MA. Adjuvant Chemotherapy Use in Patients With Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer: A Single-Institution Experience. Clin Colorectal Cancer 2020; 19:e124-e128. [PMID: 32409226 DOI: 10.1016/j.clcc.2020.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2020] [Revised: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines for the treatment of locally advanced rectal cancer advocate neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy followed by total mesorectal excision and adjuvant chemotherapy (AC). The aim of this retrospective study was to determine our local patterns of AC use and to examine factors that influenced initiation and completion of AC among patients with stage II/III rectal cancer. PATIENTS AND METHODS The study population consisted of stage II/III rectal cancer patients who were treated at the University of Rochester from 2011 to 2014. Chart reviews were conducted to determine rates of AC initiation and completion. The documented reasons for failure to initiate or complete AC were examined. A multivariate analysis was also completed to evaluate factors that may have influenced the initiation and use of AC. RESULTS Eighty-one patients were included in the analysis. Median age was 62 years, and 53 (65.4%) were male. Median time from surgery to initiation of AC in those who received AC was 8.0 weeks. Forty-seven patients (58.0%) completed their prescribed AC course. Twenty-four patients (29.6%) did not start AC and 9 patients (11.1%) were unable to complete their course of AC. Primary reasons for not undergoing AC were patient preference (37.5%) and prolonged surgical recovery (33.3%). Primary reasons for not completing AC were treatment toxicities (55.5%) and patient preference (22.2%). Multivariate analysis identified a positive association between clinical stage III disease at diagnosis and initiation of AC. There was no independent association between pathologic response to neoadjuvant therapy at time of surgery and receipt of AC. CONCLUSION A large proportion of patients at a single academic center did not start or complete their prescribed postoperative AC for locally advanced rectal cancer. Ongoing studies are investigating a total neoadjuvant approach, which may result in better chemotherapy adherence and further improve the pathologic downstaging rate.
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- Franklin Li
- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY.
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- Department of Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, St Louis, MO
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Medicine, Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Washington, D.C
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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Kerns SL, Fachal L, Dorling L, Barnett GC, Baran A, Peterson DR, Hollenberg M, Hao K, Narzo AD, Ahsen ME, Pandey G, Bentzen SM, Janelsins M, Elliott RM, Pharoah PDP, Burnet NG, Dearnaley DP, Gulliford SL, Hall E, Sydes MR, Aguado-Barrera ME, Gómez-Caamaño A, Carballo AM, Peleteiro P, Lobato-Busto R, Stock R, Stone NN, Ostrer H, Usmani N, Singhal S, Tsuji H, Imai T, Saito S, Eeles R, DeRuyck K, Parliament M, Dunning AM, Vega A, Rosenstein BS, West CML. Radiogenomics Consortium Genome-Wide Association Study Meta-Analysis of Late Toxicity After Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy. J Natl Cancer Inst 2020; 112:179-190. [PMID: 31095341 PMCID: PMC7019089 DOI: 10.1093/jnci/djz075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Revised: 03/20/2019] [Accepted: 04/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A total of 10%-20% of patients develop long-term toxicity following radiotherapy for prostate cancer. Identification of common genetic variants associated with susceptibility to radiotoxicity might improve risk prediction and inform functional mechanistic studies. METHODS We conducted an individual patient data meta-analysis of six genome-wide association studies (n = 3871) in men of European ancestry who underwent radiotherapy for prostate cancer. Radiotoxicities (increased urinary frequency, decreased urinary stream, hematuria, rectal bleeding) were graded prospectively. We used grouped relative risk models to test associations with approximately 6 million genotyped or imputed variants (time to first grade 2 or higher toxicity event). Variants with two-sided Pmeta less than 5 × 10-8 were considered statistically significant. Bayesian false discovery probability provided an additional measure of confidence. Statistically significant variants were evaluated in three Japanese cohorts (n = 962). All statistical tests were two-sided. RESULTS Meta-analysis of the European ancestry cohorts identified three genomic signals: single nucleotide polymorphism rs17055178 with rectal bleeding (Pmeta = 6.2 × 10-10), rs10969913 with decreased urinary stream (Pmeta = 2.9 × 10-10), and rs11122573 with hematuria (Pmeta = 1.8 × 10-8). Fine-scale mapping of these three regions was used to identify another independent signal (rs147121532) associated with hematuria (Pconditional = 4.7 × 10-6). Credible causal variants at these four signals lie in gene-regulatory regions, some modulating expression of nearby genes. Previously identified variants showed consistent associations (rs17599026 with increased urinary frequency, rs7720298 with decreased urinary stream, rs1801516 with overall toxicity) in new cohorts. rs10969913 and rs17599026 had similar effects in the photon-treated Japanese cohorts. CONCLUSIONS This study increases the understanding of the architecture of common genetic variants affecting radiotoxicity, points to novel radio-pathogenic mechanisms, and develops risk models for testing in clinical studies. Further multinational radiogenomics studies in larger cohorts are worthwhile.
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- Sarah L Kerns
- Departments of Radiation Oncology and Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Public Health and Primary Care
- Centre for Cancer Genetic Epidemiology, Strangeways Research Laboratory, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK; Department of Oncology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences and Icahn Institute for Data Science and Genomic Technology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences and Icahn Institute for Data Science and Genomic Technology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences and Icahn Institute for Data Science and Genomic Technology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences and Icahn Institute for Data Science and Genomic Technology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center, School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore
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- Departments of Radiation Oncology and Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Division of Cancer Sciences, the University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK
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- Centre for Cancer Genetic Epidemiology, Strangeways Research Laboratory, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK; Department of Oncology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Division of Cancer Sciences, the University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK
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- Academic Urooncology Unit, The Institute of Cancer Research and Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Academic Urooncology Unit, The Institute of Cancer Research and Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit, The Institute of Cancer Research, London, UK
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- MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL, Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology, University College London, London, UK
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- Fundación Pública Galega de Medicina Xenómica-Servizo Galego de Saude (SERGAS & Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Santiago, SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, Spain; Department of Radiation Oncology
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- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY; Departments of Pathology and Genetics, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
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- Division of Radiation Oncology, Department of Oncology, Cross Cancer Institute, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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- Department of Pathology and Cell Biology, Columbia University, New York, NY
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- National Institute of Radiological Science, National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology, Chiba, Japan
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- National Institute of Radiological Science, National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Urology, National Tokyo Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Division of Genetics and Epidemiology, Institute of Cancer Research and Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Departments of Basic Medical Sciences and Radiotherapy, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Division of Radiation Oncology, Department of Oncology, Cross Cancer Institute, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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- Fundación Pública Galega de Medicina Xenómica-Servizo Galego de Saude (SERGAS & Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- Grupo de Medicina Xenómica, Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Raras (CIBERER), Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Departments of Radiation Oncology & Genetics and Genomic Sciences, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- Division of Cancer Sciences, the University of Manchester, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Christie Hospital, Manchester, UK
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Baran A, Vrábel P, Kovaľaková M, Hutníková M, Fričová O, Olčák D. Effects of sorbitol and formamide plasticizers on molecular motion in corn starch studied using NMR and DMTA. J Appl Polym Sci 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/app.48964] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- A. Baran
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsTechnical University of Košice Park Komenského 2 042 00 Košice Slovakia
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Rodgers TD, Baran A, Reagan PM, Casulo C, Zent C, Evans A, Burack R, Williams AM, Friedberg JW, Barr PM. Efficacy of lenalidomide in high-risk diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Br J Haematol 2019; 188:e33-e36. [PMID: 31845324 DOI: 10.1111/bjh.16302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Thomas D Rodgers
- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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Hall W, Baran A, Peterson D, Bergom C, Lawton C, Zhang H, Bylund K, Messing E, Chen Y, Morrow G, Kerns S. Characterization of the Host Immuno-Inflammatory State in Response to Radiation Therapy and Correlation with Patient Reported Toxicities In Prostate Adenocarcinoma, A Prospective Observational Trial. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2019.06.613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Loh KP, Baran A, Lee CY, Alshaibani A, Rutherford SC, Hu J, Casulo C, Barr PM, Friedberg JW, Reagan PM. Patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma requiring urgent treatment: its implication on trial design and interpretation. Leuk Lymphoma 2019; 60:3569-3572. [DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2019.1639172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Kah Poh Loh
- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Meyer Cancer Center, Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Department of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Meyer Cancer Center, Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Department of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Meyer Cancer Center, Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Department of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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Rhinehart HE, Phillips MA, Wade N, Baran A. Evaluation of the clinical impact of concomitant acid suppression therapy in colorectal cancer patients treated with capecitabine monotherapy. J Oncol Pharm Pract 2018; 25:1839-1845. [DOI: 10.1177/1078155218818237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Background Capecitabine is an oral chemotherapeutic agent used in colorectal cancer. Two prior studies found a negative impact with the concomitant use of proton pump inhibitor agents during treatment with capecitabine in patients with early colorectal and gastroesophageal cancers. Objective To determine if there is a clinical impact of the concomitant use of capecitabine and acid suppression therapy in patients with local and metastatic colorectal cancer. Methods This was a single-center retrospective cohort study of adult patients with colorectal cancer on capecitabine monotherapy between 2011 and 2017. Progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival were compared between patients on acid suppression therapy and those not on acid suppression therapy. Results A total of 70 patients were included. Patients on acid suppression therapy at capecitabine initiation (21%) had decreased progression-free survival versus those not on acid suppression therapy (HR 2.24, 95% CI 1.06–4.41, p = 0.035), after adjusting for disease severity and age. Acid suppression therapy use was associated with a numerical decrease in overall survival (HR 1.86, 95% CI 0.81–3.91, p = 0.14). In patients on any concomitant acid suppression therapy (25%), there was a decreased rate of progression-free survival (HR 6.21, 95% CI 2.56–14.32, p = 0.0001) but not overall survival (HR 1.64, 95% CI 0.68–3.54, p = 0.25) versus those without concomitant acid suppression therapy, after adjusting for age and disease severity. Conclusions Concurrent use of acid suppression therapy and capecitabine was associated with decreased progression-free survival, and there was a trend towards decreased overall survival. Due to the demonstrated potential of decreased efficacy, concurrent use of proton pump inhibitors or histamine 2 receptor antagonists should be avoided in colorectal cancer patients on treatment with capecitabine monotherapy.
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- University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), Rochester, NY, USA
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Eremenko VV, Sirenko VA, Baran A, Čižmár E, Feher A. Spin-glass polyamorphism induced by a magnetic field in LaMnO 3 single crystal. J Phys Condens Matter 2018; 30:205801. [PMID: 29629878 DOI: 10.1088/1361-648x/aabc9d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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We present experimental evidence of field-driven transition in spin-glass state, similar to pressure-induced transition between amorphous phases in structural and metallic glasses, attributed to the polyamorphism phenomena. Cusp in temperature dependences of ac magnetic susceptibility of weakly disordered LaMnO3 single crystal is registered below the temperature of magnetic ordering. Frequency dependence of the cusp temperature proves its spin-glass origin. The transition induced by a magnetic field in spin-glass state, is manifested by peculiarity in dependence of cusp temperature on applied magnetic field. Field dependent maximum of heat capacity is observed in the same magnetic field and temperature range.
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- V V Eremenko
- B. Verkin Institute for Low Temperature Physics and Engineering NASU, Kharkov 61103, Ukraine
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Melaragno A, Delibert K, Baran A, Liesveld J. Effect of Non Weight-Based Filgrastim Dosing on Engraftment in Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbmt.2017.12.281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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David RJ, Baran A, Maggiore RJ. Immunotherapy use, outcomes, and toxicities in gastrointestinal malignancies. J Clin Oncol 2018. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2018.36.5_suppl.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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100 Background: Use of checkpoint inhibitors has expanded over recent years, and the gastrointestinal (GI) oncologic indications for immunotherapy (IO) continue to evolve. IO use in GI malignancies is still in its infancy, and we sought to describe our clinical experience thus far. Methods: We retrospectively identified all patients (pts) with GI malignancies treated with IO at the Wilmot Cancer Institute from December, 2015 through July, 2017. We examined patient and tumor-related clinicopathologic features. Our main outcomes of interest were best response on IO, and frequency/severity of IO toxicity. Fisher’s exact test was used to compare categorical factors between groups of interest. Results: 21 pts received IO for a GI malignancy, all of whom had metastases (mets). 76% of pts were male, and the median age was 62 years (range, 25 – 87). Common diagnoses were colorectal (CRC) (n = 10), gastroesophageal (GE) (n = 5), and hepatocellular cancers (HCC) (n = 4). 76% of pts received pembrolizumab, and 24% of pts received nivolumab. 67% received IO as ≥ 3rd-line therapy. The median time from diagnosis of metastatic disease to initiation of IO was 17.8 mos (range, 3 – 140). The median time on therapy was 2.62 months (95% CI 1.48, 6.52 mos) (range, 0.5 – 11 mos), with 3 pts still responding at the time of the analysis. Pts with HCC had the longest time on IO (8.95 mos), compared to 2.62 mos for GE, 2.39 mos for CRC, and 1.26 mos for all other (p = 0.10). Pts who received IO as 3rd or greater line of therapy had a significantly increased likelihood of non-response or progressive disease/death compared to pts who received IO as 2nd-line (p = 0.02). There was a trend towards non-response to IO in pts with liver mets vs. extrahepatic mets (p = 0.09). 57% experienced grade 3/4 toxicities: the most common were anemia (24%), hyponatremia (14%), and fatigue (14%). No IO-specific grade 3/4 immune-related toxicities were observed. Conclusions: The majority of our pts received IO as 3rd line therapy or beyond, and were significantly less likely to respond to treatment compared to those who received IO earlier on. The presence of liver mets is potentially associated with non-response to IO, and needs further exploration. No unexpected or severe IO-related toxicities were observed.
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- Rachel Julie David
- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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David RJ, Baran A, Katz AW, Dunne RF, Noel MS, Hezel AF, Tejani MA. Nonoperative management of locally advanced esophageal and junctional (GEJ) cancers: The University of Rochester experience. J Clin Oncol 2018. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2018.36.4_suppl.144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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144 Background: Neoadjuvant (NA) chemoradiation (CRT) followed by surgery is a standard treatment for locally advanced esophageal/GEJ tumors. The optimal management strategy is less clear for unresectable tumors or in patients (pts) who are medically inoperable. Methods: We retrospectively identified all pts with stage II/III esophageal/GEJ cancers treated without surgery at our institution from 2011-2015. Objectives were to describe treatment regimens used and assess outcomes based on clinicopathologic features. Overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) were estimated using Kaplan-Meier curves. Results: 38 pts were identified. 66% were male; median age was 69 years (range 43-91). 19 pts had adenocarcinoma, 18 had squamous cell, and 1 had small cell. Primary sites were distal (n = 22), mid (n = 13), and cervical esophagus (n = 3). 31 pts were treated with curative intent, 7 with best supportive care. 30 pts underwent CRT: 16 in a NA setting, 14 in a definitive setting. Chemotherapy regimens used were Carboplatin/Paclitaxel (19 pts) and Cisplatin/5-FU (10 pts). Median NA radiation (RT) dose was 45 Gy vs 50.4 Gy in the definitive setting (p = 0.008). Best response included 6 pts with complete responses (CR), 12 with partial responses, and 12 with progressive disease/death (PD). In the NA group, resection was avoided due to PD (n = 10), comorbidities (n = 4), unresectability (n = 1), and CR (n = 1). Median PFS and OS for all 38 patients were 6.5 and 11.1 months (mos). Median PFS and OS for adenocarcinoma pts were 4.6 and 7.2 mos, compared to 9.1 and 12.5 mos for pts with squamous. Compared to NA CRT, pts treated with definitive CRT had significantly prolonged PFS (18.5 vs 2.5 mos, p = 0.001) and OS (27.1 vs 5.3 mos, p = 0.03). Conclusions: In the absence of resection, outcomes for locally advanced esophageal/GEJ tumors remain poor, especially for adenocarcinoma pts who progress during NA CRT. A PET-directed approach as suggested by CALGB 80803 may help to identify these pts earlier in their course, allowing for treatment change. Multidisciplinary assessment to identify non-surgical candidates at diagnosis is critical since RT doses used in the definitive setting are generally higher.
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- Rachel Julie David
- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
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Myśliwiec H, Kiluk P, Myśliwiec P, Żelazowska-Rutkowska B, Baran A, Flisiak I. Influence of narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy on serum tumour necrosis factor-like weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) in patients with psoriasis. Clin Exp Dermatol 2017; 42:786-790. [PMID: 28748592 DOI: 10.1111/ced.13188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Psoriasis is characterized by keratinocyte resistance to apoptosis. We recently demonstrated an increase in serum tumour necrosis factor-like weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) in patients after topical treatment for psoriasis. We decided to verify whether narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) has a similar effect. Serum concentration of TWEAK was estimated in patients with exacerbated plaque psoriasis treated with NB-UVB. Baseline TWEAK levels were similar in patients with psoriasis and healthy controls, and Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) correlated inversely with TWEAK levels. Treatment with NB-UVB caused a significant reduction in PASI and concurrent increase in serum TWEAK. This finding may be due to increased expression of TWEAK receptor in psoriatic skin, which has been reported previously, with consequent binding of excess soluble TWEAK during treatment and subsequent release after treatment. Severity of plaque psoriasis and its improvement after NB-UVB treatment may be associated with TWEAK concentrations. The importance of our findings remains to be established.
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- First Department of General and Endocrinological Surgery, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Pediatric Laboratory Diagnostics, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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Szterling-Jaworowska M, Baran A, Myśliwiec H, Flisiak I. Effect of psoriasis activity and topical treatment on plasma epidermal growth factor (EGF) and its soluble receptor (sEGFR). J DERMATOL TREAT 2017. [PMID: 28621164 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2017.1343933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pathogenesis of psoriasis involves epidermal growth factor (EGF) that participates in keratinocyte proliferation, angiogenesis and cell differentiation through binding to soluble epidermal growth factor receptor (sEGFR). It is synthesised by, among others, keratinocytes, especially within psoriatic skin. OBJECTIVE To evaluate EGF and sEGFR plasma concentrations during topical psoriatic treatment. METHODS Blood samples were collected from 51 patients with plaque psoriasis. EGF and sEGFR plasma concentrations were examined with immunoenzymatic method prior and 14 days after topical treatment. The outcomes were analyzed with respect to PASI. RESULTS Mean EGF concentration was higher in the plasma of psoriatic patients compared to the control group (p = .401) while mean sEGFR concentration was over twofold lower compared to the control group (p < .001). After the therapy, an insignificant decrease in EGF plasma concentration (p = .835) and a significant increase in sEGFR concentration (p = .017) compared to initial values were observed. The coefficient of EGF/sEGFR concentration calculated for each individual had similar values before and after the treatment (p = .009), both of which were significantly higher compared to control group (respectively p < .001, p < .008). CONCLUSION Epidermal growth factor and its soluble receptor may be a useful markers in monitoring clinical course of psoriasis and the effectiveness of therapy.
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- a Department of Dermatology and Venereology , Medical University of Bialystok , Poland
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- a Department of Dermatology and Venereology , Medical University of Bialystok , Poland
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- a Department of Dermatology and Venereology , Medical University of Bialystok , Poland
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Reagan P, Loh K, Baran A, Hu J, Casulo C, Barr P, Friedberg J. HIGH-RISK PATIENTS WITH DIFFUSE LARGE B-CELL LYMPHOMA ARE NOT ENROLLED ON CLINICAL TRIALS. Hematol Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/hon.2438_42] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- P. Reagan
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Department of Medicine; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute/Strong Memorial Hospital; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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Reagan P, David R, Baran A, Kelly J, Loh K, Casulo C, Barr P, Friedberg J. HIGH RATE OF MORBID CENTRAL LINE ASSOCIATED COMPLICATIONS DURING TREATMENT WITH DOSE-ADJUSTED R-EPOCH THERAPY FOR NON-HODGKIN LYMPHOMA. Hematol Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/hon.2439_193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- P. Reagan
- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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- Internal Medicine, Wilmot Cancer Institute; University of Rochester Medical Center; Rochester USA
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David RJ, Baran A, Kelly J, Reagan PM, Casulo C, Barr PM, Friedberg JW. Central line-associated complications during treatment with DA-R-EPOCH therapy for NHL. J Clin Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2017.35.15_suppl.7543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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7543 Background: Certain non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHL) such as primary mediastinal B-cell, Burkitt’s, and high-grade B-cell lymphoma with MYC and BCL2 rearrangements are often treated with infusional dose-adjusted rituximab, etoposide, prednisone, vincristine, cyclophosphamide and doxorubicin (DA-R-EPOCH), which requires a central line. We have observed meaningful line-associated complications (LAC) in patients (pts) treated with DA-R-EPOCH. With the ongoing use of this regimen, we sought to identify the rates and correlates of LAC in this population. Methods: We retrospectively identified all pts treated with DA-R-EPOCH at the Wilmot Cancer Institute between 3/2011 and 10/2015. Our primary endpoint was the rate of LAC, including venous thromboembolism (VTE), extravasation, and line-associated infection (LAI) diagnosed during DA-R-EPOCH therapy. Our secondary endpoint was the rate of VTE during therapy. Rates and 95% confidence intervals (95% CI) were calculated for all endpoints. Univariate logistic regression was used to calculate odds ratios to evaluate potential predictors. Results: 43 pts received DA-R-EPOCH during the study period. 70% of pts were male; median age was 52 years. 17 pts (39.5%, 95% CI 0.25 - 0.56) experienced at least 1 LAC: 15 pts (35%, 95% CI 0.21 - 0.51) had VTE; 3 pts had LAI; and 2 pts experienced extravasations. Grade 3 toxicity was seen in 41% (7/17): 4 pts with VTE, and 3 pts with LAI. Both extravasation events were grade 2, and both occurred with mediports. In univariate analysis, BMI ≥ 35 kg/m² and receiving therapy via peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line were significantly associated with an increased risk of VTE (p=0.04 and p=0.02, respectively). Conclusions: 40% of pts receiving DA-R-EPOCH therapy for treatment of NHL developed LAC, almost half of whom experienced grade 3 toxicities. Clinicians need to balance these risks when selecting therapy, particularly with the lack of randomized data to support the DA-R-EPOCH approach in many circumstances. Given observed extravasations, we avoid mediports in favor of PICC lines, however this approach carries a significant risk of VTE. Future studies are needed to evaluate the role of prophylactic anticoagulation in this population.
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- Rachel Julie David
- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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Loh KP, Baran A, Hu J, Casulo C, Barr PM, Friedberg JW, Reagan PM. Enrollment of high-risk patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in clinical trials. J Clin Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2017.35.15_suppl.6536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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6536 Background: Contemporary precision medicine trials in DLBCL often require real-time central pathology review for enrollment. Central review may lead to treatment delays and prevent high risk patients (pts) with aggressive presentations from enrolling onto clinical trials. We explored reasons pts with DLBCL were not enrolled on trials and the implication of non-enrollment on trial design and interpretation. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed all pts with histologic diagnosis of DLBCL or HGBL from 4/14 to 6/16 at the University of Rochester. Therapeutic trials open during this time included 3 sponsored and 2 NCTN studies. The Kaplan-Meier method was used to estimate the distribution of progression-free survival (PFS; time from start of treatment until progression/death or until the last date the patient was known to be progression free) and overall survival (OS). Results: 140 pts were identified; 22% enrolled on a trial. Reasons for non-enrollment included: 1) Protocol ineligibility (n=58); (2) Physician choice (n=24) and; 3) Patient choice (n=20). Reasons were unclear in 8 pts. Of the 24 pts who were not enrolled due to physician choice, 21 required urgent treatment secondary to symptoms or rapid progression. Compared to pts treated on trial, pts with rapid progression had higher risk clinical features (table). There was a trend towards a lower 1-year PFS rate in pts who required urgent treatment compared to those on trial (72.1% vs. 56.1%; p=0.08). There was no statistical difference in OS. Conclusions: At our institution, for patients with DLBCL meeting trial eligibility criteria, 42% required urgent chemotherapy and failed to enroll. Exclusion of these high risk patients in precision medicine trials has important implications in the interpretation and generalizability of clinical trials in DLBCL. In this curable malignancy, excluding high risk patients from trials limits the event rate, and associated power to demonstrate impact of novel therapies. [Table: see text]
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- Kah Poh Loh
- University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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- Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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Gmitrowicz A, Szmajda R, Baran A, Makowska I, Kropiwnicki P. Implementation of the national register of suicide attempts as a preliminary strategy for the prevention of suicides in Poland. Eur Psychiatry 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpsy.2017.01.1816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Studies show that suicide attempts are a major independent predictor of suicide. Only in some countries of the world, there are national registers of these behaviors. Poland is among the countries where suicide prevention is at the stage of implementation of these strategies. One is the initial diagnosis of the prevalence of suicidal behavior (SB) in selected populations. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of SB in Poland on the basis of available databases, including data such as age, sex and mental disorders and the analysis of differentiation of selected indicators of SB.Material and methodsWe analyzed available registers of completed suicides (CS) and suicide attempts (SA), carried out under reporting of the central statistical office (CSO, in the general population, based on death certificates), Police Headquarters (PH, the number of reported SB in the country) and the Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology in Warsaw (IPiN, the number of SB in all psychiatric institutions) and the department of adolescent psychiatry in Łódź (SB among hospitalized youth).Results and conclusionsReported data on dissemination of SB in Poland are incomplete, which may affect the reliability of the assessment of the effectiveness of implemented strategies for the prevention of suicides. The aim should be to create a central register of SB, which will not only gather a well-defined data but also monitor how it is obtained.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.
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Khorana AA, Francis CW, Kuderer NM, Carrier M, Ortel TL, Wun T, Rubens D, Hobbs S, Iyer R, Peterson D, Baran A, Kaproth-Joslin K, Lyman GH. Dalteparin thromboprophylaxis in cancer patients at high risk for venous thromboembolism: A randomized trial. Thromb Res 2017; 151:89-95. [DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2017.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2016] [Revised: 12/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Staicu ML, Brundige ML, Ramsey A, Brown J, Yamshchikov A, Peterson DR, Baran A, Laguio-Vila M. Implementation of a penicillin allergy screening tool to optimize aztreonam use. Am J Health Syst Pharm 2016; 73:298-306. [PMID: 26896502 DOI: 10.2146/ajhp150288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The implementation of a penicillin allergy screening tool to optimize the use of aztreonam is described. METHODS This study was conducted at a 528-bed tertiary referral community teaching facility and compared the use of aztreonam in patients before and after the implementation of a multipronged intervention consisting of a penicillin allergy screening tool (PAST), education, order set decision support, and prospective review of aztreonam orders by the antimicrobial stewardship team and clinical pharmacists. Patients for whom aztreonam was prescribed at any time during their presentation to the hospital January 1-June 30, 2013 (preintervention period), and September 1, 2013-February 28, 2014 (postintervention period) were eligible for inclusion. Primary outcomes included total and inappropriate aztreonam usage. Secondary outcomes included cost avoidance and safety. RESULTS A total of 496 aztreonam orders were reviewed. The total number of days of therapy (DOT) with aztreonam significantly decreased from 9.5 per 1,000 patient-days in the preintervention group to 4.4 per 1,000 patient-days in the postintervention group (p < 0.0001). The number of inappropriate aztreonam DOT decreased from 4.0 per 1,000 patient days to 0.8 per 1,000 patient-days (p < 0.0001). The median number of inappropriate aztreonam doses decreased significantly in the postintervention period, as did inappropriate aztreonam DOT (p < 0.0001 for both comparisons). An estimated cost avoidance of $60,000-$100,000 was realized, depending on the alternative antibiotic selected. CONCLUSION Implementation of the PAST and provider and pharmacist education reduced the use of aztreonam by promoting the first-line use of β-lactam alternatives.
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- Mary L Staicu
- Pharmacy Department, Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY.
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- Allergy and Immunology, Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY
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- Wegmans School of Pharmacy, St. John Fisher College, Rochester, NY
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- University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY
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Baran A, Świderska M, Bacharewicz-Szczerbicka J, Myśliwiec H, Flisiak I. Serum Fatty Acid-Binding Protein 4 is Increased in Patients with Psoriasis. Lipids 2016; 52:51-60. [PMID: 27864793 PMCID: PMC5222907 DOI: 10.1007/s11745-016-4211-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2016] [Accepted: 11/02/2016] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Psoriasis is associated with metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. Fatty acid-binding proteins (FABP) have been recognized as predictors of these systemic disorders. The aim of this study was to assess correlations between levels of serum heart and adipocyte fatty acid-binding proteins (FABP3, FABP4) and disease severity, indicators of inflammation or metabolic disturbances, and topical treatment in psoriatic patients. Thirty-seven patients with relapse of plaque-type psoriasis and 16 healthy volunteers were recruited. Blood samples were collected before and after 14 days of therapy. Serum FABP concentrations were examined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for correlation with Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), body mass index (BMI), inflammatory or metabolic parameters, and treatment used. The median FABP4 serum levels were significantly increased (p = 0.038) in psoriatic patients, while FABP3 levels did not differ (p = 0.47) compared to the controls. No significant correlations were noted between the proteins and PASI, C-reactive protein (CRP), BMI, or levels of glucose or lipids. FABP3 significantly correlated with white blood count (p = 0.03) and aspartate aminotransferase (p = 0.04). After topical treatment, there was no significant change in serum FABP3 [11.5 (4.9-30.3) vs. 12.9 (3.5-30.3) ng/ml] (p = 0.96), whereas FABP4 was decreased [27,286 (20,344-32,257) vs. 23,034 (18,320-29,874) pg/ml] (p = 0.12), losing its basal significance. FABP4 may be a marker of psoriasis, and FABP3 may be associated with inflammation or liver disorders in psoriatic patients. FABP do not appear to be useful for determining disease severity or the effectiveness of antipsoriatic treatment.
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- A Baran
- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14 St, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Hepatology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14 St, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14 St, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Medical University of Bialystok, Zurawia 14 St, 15-540, Bialystok, Poland
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Reid RM, Baran A, Friedberg JW, Phillips GL, Liesveld JL, Becker MW, Wedow L, Barr PM, Milner LA. Outpatient administration of BEAM conditioning prior to autologous stem cell transplantation for lymphoma is safe, feasible, and cost-effective. Cancer Med 2016; 5:3059-3067. [PMID: 27699999 PMCID: PMC5119960 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2016] [Revised: 04/22/2016] [Accepted: 07/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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High‐dose BEAM chemotherapy (BCNU, etoposide, Ara‐C, and melphalan) followed by autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation is frequently used as consolidative therapy for patients with recurrent or refractory Hodgkin or non‐Hodgkin lymphoma. The BEAM regimen has traditionally been administered over 6 days in the hospital, with patients remaining hospitalized until hematologic recovery and clinical stability. In an effort to reduce the length of hospitalization for these patients, our institution has transitioned from inpatient (IP) to outpatient (OP) administration of BEAM conditioning. Here, we report the results of an analysis of the feasibility, cost, complications, and outcomes for the initial group of patients who received OP BEAM compared to a prior cohort of patients who received IP BEAM. Patient and disease characteristics were comparable for the two cohorts, as were engraftment kinetics. Length of hospital stay was reduced by 6 days for the OP cohort (P < 0.001), resulting in a cost savings of more than $17,000 per patient. Fewer complications occurred in the OP cohort, including severe enteritis (P = 0.01), organ toxicities (P = 0.01), and infections (P = 0.04). Overall survival rate up to 3 years posttransplant was better for the OP cohort (P = 0.02), likely due to differences in posttransplant therapies. We conclude that OP administration of BEAM conditioning is safe and may offer significant advantages, including decreased length of hospitalization, reduced costs, decreased risks for severe toxicities and infectious complications, and likely improvement in patient satisfaction and quality of life.
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- Robin M Reid
- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York.,Rochester Regional Health, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York.,Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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- James P Wilmot Cancer Institute and Department of Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York.,Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York
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Mean-shift is an iterative procedure often used as a nonparametric clustering algorithm that defines clusters based on the modal regions of a density function. The algorithm is conceptually appealing and makes assumptions neither about the shape of the clusters nor about their number. However, with a complexity of O(n2) per iteration, it does not scale well to large data sets. We propose a novel algorithm which performs density-based clustering much quicker than mean-shift, yet delivering virtually identical results. This algorithm combines subsampling and a stochastic approximation procedure to achieve a potential complexity of O(n) at each step. Its convergence is established. Its performances are evaluated using simulations and applications to image segmentation, where the algorithm was tens or hundreds of times faster than mean-shift, yet causing negligible amounts of clustering errors. The algorithm can be combined with existing approaches to further accelerate clustering.
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- Ollivier Hyrien
- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, 14642, Rochester, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, 14642, Rochester, New York, U.S.A
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Falsey AR, Baran A, Walsh EE. Should clinical case definitions of influenza in hospitalized older adults include fever? Influenza Other Respir Viruses 2016; 9 Suppl 1:23-9. [PMID: 26256292 PMCID: PMC4549099 DOI: 10.1111/irv.12316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/12/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Introduction Influenza is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in elderly persons. Fever is included in all standard definitions of influenza-like illness (ILI), yet older patients may have diminished febrile response to infection. Therefore, we examined the utility of various thresholds to define fever for case definitions of influenza in persons ≥65 years of age. Methods Data from two prospective surveillance studies for respiratory viral infection in adults hospitalized with acute cardiopulmonary illnesses with or without fever were examined. The highest temperature reported prior to admission or measured during the first 24 h after admission was recorded. The diagnosis of influenza was made by a combination of viral culture, reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction, antigen testing, and serology. Results A total of 2410 subjects (66% ≥65 years of age) were enrolled; 281 had influenza (261 influenza A, 19 influenza B, and one mixed influenza A and B). The commonly used definition of ILI (fever ≥37·8°C and cough) resulted in 57% sensitivity and 71% specificity in older adults. Receiver operating characteristic curves examining the various temperature thresholds combined with cough and/or sore throat showed the optimal balance between sensitivity and specificity to be 37·9°C (AUC 0·71) and 37·3°C (AUC 0·66), in younger and older persons, respectively. Conclusion Clinical decision rules using the presence of cough and fever may be helpful when screening for influenza or empiric antiviral treatment when rapid influenza testing is not available; however, lower fever thresholds may be considered for elderly subjects.
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- Ann R Falsey
- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.,Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA.,Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY, USA
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Guancial EA, Kilari D, Xiao GQ, Abu-Farsakh SH, Baran A, Messing EM, Kim ES. Platinum Concentration and Pathologic Response to Cisplatin-Based Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0155503. [PMID: 27187160 PMCID: PMC4871463 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0155503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2016] [Accepted: 04/30/2016] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Background Platinum (Pt)-based chemotherapy is the standard of care for muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). However, resistance is a major limitation. Reduced intratumoral drug accumulation is an important mechanism of platinum resistance. Our group previously demonstrated a significant correlation between tissue Pt concentration and tumor response to Pt-based neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) in lung cancer. We hypothesized that increased Pt concentration in radical cystectomy (RC) specimens would correlate with improved pathologic response to Pt-based NAC in MIBC. Methods A cohort of 19 clinically annotated, archived, fresh frozen RC specimens from patients with MIBC treated with Pt-based NAC was identified [ypT0 (pathologic complete response, pCR), N = 4; ≤ypT1N0M0 (pathologic partial response, pPR), N = 6; ≥ypT2 (minimal pathologic response/progression), N = 9)]. RC specimens from 2 patients with MIBC who did not receive NAC and 1 treated with a non-Pt containing NAC regimen were used as negative controls. Total Pt concentration in normal adjacent urothelial tissue and bladder tumors from RC specimens was measured by flameless atomic absorption spectrophotometry. Results Total Pt concentration in normal urothelium differed by tumor pathologic response (P = 0.011). Specimens with pCR had the highest Pt concentrations compared to those with pPR (P = 0.0095) or no response/progression (P = 0.020). There was no significant difference in Pt levels in normal urothelium and tumor between pPR and no response/progression groups (P = 0.37; P = 0.25, respectively). Conclusions: Our finding of increased intracellular Pt in RC specimens with pCR following NAC for MIBC compared to those with residual disease suggests that enhanced Pt accumulation may be an important determinant of Pt sensitivity. Factors that modulate intracellular Pt concentration, such as expression of Pt transporters, warrant further investigation as predictive biomarkers of response to Pt-based NAC in MIBC.
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- Elizabeth A. Guancial
- Department of Medicine/James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Urology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine/James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States of America
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