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Serra M, Li AQ, Cataliotti L, Cianchetti E, Corsi F, De Vita R, Fabiocchi L, Fortunato L, Friedman D, Klinger M, Marotti L, Murgo R, Ponti A, Roncella M, Del Turco MR, Rinaldi S, Surace A, Taffurelli M, Tinterri C, Tomatis M, Mano MP. Aesthetic results following breast cancer surgery: A prospective study on 6515 cases from ten Italian Senonetwork breast centers. Eur J Surg Oncol 2020; 46:1861-1866. [PMID: 32723610 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2020.04.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2019] [Revised: 03/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Breast cancer treatment has deeply changed in the last decades, since clinical and oncological cure cannot be achieved without patient's satisfaction in term of aesthetic outcomes. Several methods have been proposed to objectively assess these results. However, Italian breast centers have not yet agreed on measurable, reproducible and validated aesthetic outcome indicators to monitor their performance. METHODS The study was designed and conducted by Senonetwork, a not-for-profit association of Italian breast centers. Ten breast centers were selected based on specific eligibility criteria. This multicentre observational prospective study recruited 6515 patients with diagnosis of in situ or invasive breast cancer who underwent breast surgery in the years 2013-2016. Thirteen indicators of aesthetic results and of related quality of care were analyzed. Data collection and analysis were conducted using a common study database. RESULTS On average, seven out of ten centers were able to collect data on the proposed indicators with a proportion of missing values < 25%. By expert consensus based on study results, some seven indicators have been defined as "mandatory" while the remaining six have been defined as "recommended" because they require further refinement before they can be proposed for monitoring aesthetic outcomes or because there are doubts on the feasibility of data collection. The minimum standard is reached for 5 of 13 indicators. This finding and the wide range between centers reveal that there is ample room for improvement. CONCLUSIONS From the present study useful measurable aesthetic parameters have emerged, leading to the definition of target objectives that breast centers can use for benchmarking and improvement of quality of care.
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- M Serra
- UOC di Chirurgia Generale e Della Mammella Policlinico di Sant'Orsola, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
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- Centro Senologico Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Pisana Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Breast Centre Asl 02 Abruzzo, P.O. G. Bernabeo Ortona, Chieti, Italy
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- Breast Unit, Surgery Department, ICS Maugeri S.p.A. SB, Pavia, Italy; Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences L. Sacco, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto Nazionale Dei Tumori di Roma "Regina Elena", Rome, Italy
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- Centro Di Senologia Rimini - Sant'Arcangelo di Romagna, Rimini, Italy
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- UOSD Centro di Senologia, Azienda Ospedaliera San Giovanni Addolorata, Rome, Italy
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- Policlinico San Martino di Genova. University of Genova, DISC Dipartimento di Scienze Chirurgiche e Diagnostiche Integrate, Genova, Italy
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- Breast Centre Humanitas - Istituto Clinico Humanitas - Humanitas Mirasole Spa, Rozzano, (Milan), Italy
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- European Society of Breast Cancer Specialists, Florence, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Oncoematologia/Unità Operativa Complessa di Chirurgia Senologica, IRCCS Ospedale Casa Sollievo Della Sofferenza, San Giovanni Rotondo, Foggia, Italy
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- CPO Piemonte - SSD Epidemiologia Screening - AOU Città Della Salute e Della Scienza di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Centro Senologico Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Pisana Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- UOSVD di Chirurgia Senologica Ospedale San Paolo, Bari, Italy
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- CPO Piemonte - SSD Epidemiologia Screening - AOU Città Della Salute e Della Scienza di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- UOC di Chirurgia Generale e Della Mammella Policlinico di Sant'Orsola, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Breast Centre Humanitas - Istituto Clinico Humanitas - Humanitas Mirasole Spa, Rozzano, (Milan), Italy
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- CPO Piemonte - SSD Epidemiologia Screening - AOU Città Della Salute e Della Scienza di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- CPO Piemonte - AOU Città Della Salute e Della Scienza di Torino and University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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Taffurelli M, Pellegrini A, Meattini I, Orzalesi L, Tinterri C, Roncella M, Terribile D, Caruso F, Tazzioli G, Pollini G, Friedman D, Mariotti C, Cianchetti E, Cabula C, Thomas R, Cedolini C, Rovera F, Grassi M, Lucani G, Cappella A, Bortul M, Stacul G, Scarabeo F, Procaccini E, Galimberti V. Corrigendum to "Secondary breast angiosarcoma: A multicentre retrospective survey by the national Italian association of breast surgeons (ANISC)" [Breast 2019 56-60]. Breast 2019; 48:101. [PMID: 31543291 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2019.09.006] [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: 10/26/2022] Open
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- M Taffurelli
- Breast Unit Policlinico, S. Orsola-Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Breast Unit Policlinico, S. Orsola-Malpighi, Bologna, Italy.
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- AOU Carreggi Breast Unit, Firenze, Italy
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- AOU Carreggi Breast Unit, Firenze, Italy
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- Humanitas Research Hospital, Milano, Italy
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- Breast Centre Humanitas, Catania, Italy
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- Breast Unit AOU Policlinico di, Modena, Italy
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- Oncologia Chirurgica Ospedale A. Businco, Ortona, Italy
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- Ospedale Oncologico di, Cagliari, Italy
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- Clinica Mediterranea, Napoli, Italy
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- Ospedale S. Maria Misericordia, Udine, Italy
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- Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Humanitas Gavezzani, Bergamo, Italy
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- Breast Unit Policlinico di, Monza, Italy
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- Centro di Riferimento Oncologico IRCC, Aviano, Italy
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- SC Chirurgia Generale Ospedale di, Gorizia, Italy
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- Policlinico P. Veneziale, Isernia, Italy
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- Breast Unit Seconda Università di, Napoli, Italy
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Taffurelli M, Pellegrini A, Meattini I, Orzalesi L, Tinterri C, Roncella M, Terribile D, Caruso F, Tazzioli G, Pollini G, Friedman D, Mariotti C, Cianchetti E, Cabula C, Thomas R, Cedolini C, Rovera F, Grassi M, Lucani G, Cappella A, Bortul M, Stacul G, Scarabeo F, Procaccini E, Galimberti V. Secondary breast angiosarcoma: A multicentre retrospective survey by the national Italian association of Breast Surgeons (ANISC). Breast 2019; 45:56-60. [PMID: 30877870 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2019.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [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: 09/07/2018] [Revised: 02/14/2019] [Accepted: 02/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Breast angiosarcoma is a malignant mesenchymal neoplasm, which accounts for approximately 2% of all soft tissue sarcomas. Secondary breast angiosarcoma (SBA) may be related to chronic lymphedema after a mastectomy with lymph node dissection (Stewart Treves syndrome) and previous radiotherapy for complications from breast radiation treatment. It is a very rare condition; therefore, diagnosis and management are still a challenge. METHODS The ANISC collected SBA data by means of a survey sent to all Italian breast centres in the ANISC. The clinicopathological characteristics and the management of this disease were analysed. RESULTS Twenty-four centres participated in this survey in which 112 cases of SBA were analysed. The median age of the women with SBA was 68.9 years and it appeared approximately 90 months after the first irradiation for breast cancer. In 92% of cases, a mastectomy was performed without axillary dissection for those patients having a high grade of SBA (74.2%). The prognosis was worse in the high-grade cases (overall survival-OS: 36 months) as compared with the low-grade cases (OS: 48 months). After a follow-up of 5 years, 50.5% of the patients were still alive. Disease-free survival (DFS) was 35 months, and there were no differences between the groups of patients with either high- or low-grade histology. CONCLUSIONS Secondary breast angiosarcoma is a very aggressive disease associated with a short survival outcome. The surgical approach still remains an important step in the course of treatment; furthermore, an accurate histological examination is helpful in establishing the prognosis of the patient. A mastectomy is mandatory. A longer OS was observed in patients with low-grade angiosarcoma as compared to high-grade angiosarcoma (C.I. 40-57 vs. 31-41 months).
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- M Taffurelli
- Breast Unit Policlinico, S. Orsola-Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Breast Unit Policlinico, S. Orsola-Malpighi, Bologna, Italy.
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- AOU Carreggi Breast Unit, Firenze, Italy
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- AOU Carreggi Breast Unit, Firenze, Italy
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- Humanitas Research Hospital, Milano, Italy
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- Breast Centre Humanitas, Catania, Italy
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- Breast Unit AOU Policlinico di, Modena, Italy
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- Oncologia Chirurgica Ospedale A. Businco, Ortona, Italy
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- Ospedale Oncologico di, Cagliari, Italy
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- Clinica Mediterranea, Napoli, Italy
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- Ospedale S. Maria Misericordia, Udine, Italy
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- Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Humanitas Gavezzani, Bergamo, Italy
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- Breast Unit Policlinico di, Monza, Italy
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- Centro di Riferimento Oncologico IRCC, Aviano, Italy
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- SC Chirurgia Generale Ospedale di, Gorizia, Italy
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- Policlinico P. Veneziale, Isernia, Italy
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- Breast Unit Seconda Università di, Napoli, Italy
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Vicini E, Invento A, Cuoghi M, Bafile A, Battaglia C, Biglia N, Busani M, Bussone R, Cianchetti E, Caruso F, Cucchi M, Dessena M, Di Filippo F, Fabi N, Folli S, Friedman D, Macellari G, Mainente P, Murgo R, Neri A, Pollini G, Palli D, Ricci F, Scalco G, Taffurelli M, Trunfio M, Galimberti V. Neoadjuvant systemic treatment for breast cancer in Italy: The Italian Society of Surgical Oncology (SICO) Breast Oncoteam survey. Eur J Surg Oncol 2018; 44:1157-1163. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2018.03.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2017] [Revised: 03/01/2018] [Accepted: 03/20/2018] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Maccauro G, Tetè S, Saggini A, Tripodi D, Castellani M, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Conti C, Rosati M, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Salini V, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Frydas S, Torello M, Neri G, Pandolfi F, Conti P, Theoharides T. Induction of CCL2 (MCP-1) BY IL-33 in Human Umbelical Cord Blood Mast Cells. EUR J INFLAMM 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1201000207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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- G. Maccauro
- Orthopedics Division, Università Cattolica, Rome, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, S. Spirito Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Psychology Faculty, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Surgery Division, Ortona Hospital, Ortona, Italy
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Psychology Faculty, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, Chieti-Pescara University, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Laboratory of Parasitology, Veterinary Faculty, Aristotelian University, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Clinical Pathology, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- ENT Division, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Tufts University School of Medicine, New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb YB, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Potalivo G, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Tete' S, Tripodi D, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Toniato E, Rosati M, Conti P, Speranza L, Pantalone A, Saggini R, Theoharides TC, Pandolfi F. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), mast cells and inflammation. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2013; 26:327-35. [PMID: 23755748 DOI: 10.1177/039463201302600206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 81] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is one of the most important inducers of angiogenesis, therefore blocking angiogenesis has led to great promise in the treatment of various cancers and inflammatory diseases. VEGF, expressed in response to soluble mediators such as cytokines and growth factors, is important in the physiological development of blood vessels as well as development of vessels in tumors. In cancer patients VEGF levels are increased, and the expression of VEGF is associated with poor prognosis in diseases. VEGF is a mediator of angiogenesis and inflammation which are closely integrated processes in a number of physiological and pathological conditions including obesity, psoriasis, autoimmune diseases and tumor. Mast cells can be activated by anti-IgE to release potent mediators of inflammation and can also respond to bacterial or viral antigens, cytokines, growth factors and hormones, leading to differential release of distinct mediators without degranulation. Substance P strongly induces VEGF in mast cells, and IL-33 contributes to the stimulation and release of VEGF in human mast cells in a dose-dependent manner and acts synergistically in combination with Substance P. Here we report a strong link between VEGF and mast cells and we depict their role in inflammation and immunity.
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Tinterri C, Gatzemeier W, Costa A, Gentilini MA, Zanini V, Regolo L, Pedrazzoli C, Rondini E, Amanti C, Gentile G, Taffurelli M, Fenaroli P, Tondini C, Sacchetto G, Sismondi P, Murgo R, Orlandi M, Cianchetti E, Andreoli C. Breast-conservative surgery with and without radiotherapy in patients aged 55-75 years with early-stage breast cancer: a prospective, randomized, multicenter trial analysis after 108 months of median follow-up. Ann Surg Oncol 2013; 21:408-15. [PMID: 24197757 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-013-3233-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [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] [Received: 04/15/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Breast-conserving therapy (BCT), including postoperative whole breast irradiation (WBI), is generally accepted as the treatment of choice for most patients with early-stage breast cancer. The question whether WBI is mandatory in all patients remains one of the most controversial issues in BCT. To answer this question, a randomized, prospective, multicentre study was launched in January 2001. Primary endpoints of the study were to assess the cumulative incidence of in-breast-recurrences (IBR) and overall survival (OAS) after conservative surgery (BCS) with or without WBI. METHODS From January 2001 until December 2005, 749 patients with unifocal infiltrating breast cancer up to 25 mm, 0-3 positive axillary lymph nodes, no extensive intraductal component or lymphvascular invasion from 11 centres in Italy, were randomly assigned to BCS+WBI (arm 1:373 patients) or BCS alone (arm 2:376 patients). Treatment arms were well balanced in terms of baseline characteristics. Systemic adjuvant therapy was administered according to the institutional policies. Kaplan-Meier method was used for survival analysis and log-rank test to evaluate the difference between the two arms. RESULTS (Last analysis 31.12.2012): After median follow-up of 108 months, 12 (3.4%) IBR were observed in arm 1 and 16 (4.4%) in arm 2. OAS was 81.4% in arm 1 and 83.7% in arm 2. There was no statistically significant difference regarding IBR and death in the two treatment groups. CONCLUSIONS These data are promising and suggest that WBI after BCS can be omitted in selected patients with early stage breast cancer without exposing them to an increased risk of local recurrence and death. Longer follow-up is needed to further consolidate these results.
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- C Tinterri
- Breast Unit, Istituto Clinico Humanitas, Rozzano, Milan, Italy,
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Frydas S, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Tetè S, Tripodi D, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Toniato E, Rosati M, Speranza L, Pantalone A, Saggini R, Di Tommaso L, Theoharides T, Conti P, Pandolfi F. Impact of Capsaicin on Mast Cell Inflammation. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2013; 26:597-600. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201302600303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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- S. Frydas
- Parasitology Department, Veterinary School, Thessaloniki University, Greece
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Clinic, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Clinic, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Human Movement Science, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Orthopedic Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Imaging, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Biochemistry and Internal Medicine Tufts University School of Medicine, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb Y, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Tetè S, Rosati M, Cianchetti E, Toniato E, Speranza L, Pantalone A, Saggini R, Di Tommaso L, Conti P, Theoharides T, Pandolfi F. Inhibitor Effect of Antioxidant Flavonoids Quercitin, and Capsaicin in Mast Cell Inflammation. EUR J INFLAMM 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1301100205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Mast cells are essential not only for allergies but also for innate and acquired immunity, autoimmunity and inflammation, and they are recognized as a new type of immunoregulatory cells capable of producing different cytokines. Natural compounds have long been recognized to possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancergenic activity. Quercitin is an inhibitor for mast cells and is a potent antioxidant, cytoprotective and anti-inflammatory compound and has a negative effect on intracellular regulator signal events initiated by FceRI receptor cross-linking and other activating receptors on mast cells. These observations candidate quercitin as a therapeutic compound in association with other therapeutic molecules. Capsaicin is a compound derived from peppers, especially capsicum, and is involved in stimulating circulation aiding digestion and relieving pain. Capsaicin receptor sub type I (VRI) is expressing in neurons and is present in a number of brain nuclei and in non-neuronal tissues, mediating inflammatory response. Capsaicin is involved in migraine, allergic symptoms, arthritis pain and gastric secretion. In this paper we review the biological effects of quercitin and capsaicin.
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Clinic, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Human Movement Science, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Orthopedic Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Imaging, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Medicina di Laboratorio, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Biochemistry and Internal Medicine Tufts University School of Medicine, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb YB, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Tete' S, Tripodi D, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Toniato E, Rosati M, Speranza L, Pantalone A, Saggini R, Tei M, Speziali A, Conti P, Theoharides TC, Pandolfi F. Role of vitamins D, E and C in immunity and inflammation. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2013; 27:291-295. [PMID: 23830380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Inflammatory responses are operationally characterized by pain, redness, heat and swelling at the site of infection and trauma. Mast cells reside near small blood vessels and, when activated, release potent mediators involved in allergy and inflammation. Vitamin D modulates contraction, inflammation and remodeling tissue. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to multiple diseases and several data have demonstrated a strong relationship between serum vitamin D levels and tissue function. Therapy targeting vitamin D3 signaling may provide new approaches for infectious and inflammatory skin diseases by affecting both innate and adaptive immune functions. Mast cells are activated by oxidized lipoproteins, resulting in increased expression of inflammatory cytokines and suggesting that the reduction of oxidation of low density lipoprotein by vitamin E may also reduce mast cell activation. Vitamin C is also an anti-oxidant well-known as an anti-scurvy agent in humans. Vitamin C inhibits peroxidation of membrane phospholipids and acts as a scavenger of free radicals and is also required for the synthesis of several hormones and neurotransmitters. In humans, vitamin C reduces the duration of common cold symptoms, even if its effect is not clear. Supplementation of vitamin C improves the function of the human immune system, such as antimicrobial and natural killer cell activities, lymphocyte proliferation, chemotaxis and delayed-type hypersensitivity. Vitamin C depletion has been correlated with histaminemia which has been shown to damage endothelial-dependent vasodilation. However, the impact of these vitamins on allergy and inflammation is still not well understood.
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Shaik Y, Sabatino G, Maccauro G, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Rosati M, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Pandolfi F, Potalivo G, Galzio R, Conti P, Theoharides T. IL-36 Receptor Antagonist with Special Emphasis on IL-38. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2013; 26:27-36. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201302600103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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IL-36 is another family member of IL-1 and induces the production of proinflammatory cytokines and activates MAPK and NFκB pathways. IL-36 is a common mediator of innate and adaptive immune response and is inhibited by IL-36 receptor antagonist (RA). IL-36RA acts on IL-36 receptor ligand which exerts proinflammatory effect in vivo and in vitro. IL-38 binds to IL-36 receptor as does IL-36RA and has similar biological effects on immune cells. IL-38 is also a member of IL-1 cytokine and shares some characteristics of IL-1RA, binding the same IL-1 receptor type I. IL-38 plays a role in the pathogenesis of inflammatory diseases, exerting protective effect in some autoimmune diseases. Both IL-38 and IL-36RA have an anti-inflammatory biological effect, however in some cases have contrary effects.
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- Y. Shaik
- Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Neonatology Division, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, Catholic University of Rome, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Ortona Hospital, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of L ‘Aquila, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Department of Experimental and Clinical Sciences, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Biochemistry and Internal Medicine Tufts University School of Medicine, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Tetè S, Varvara G, Murmura G, Saggini A, Maccauro G, Rosati M, Cianchetti E, Tripodi D, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Pandolfi F, Potalivo G, Conti P, Theoharides T. Impact of Immunity in Autism Spectrum Disorders. EUR J INFLAMM 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1301100103] [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: 11/17/2022] Open
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are childhood psychopathologies characterized by having difficulties in social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication as well as sensor motor movements. Evidence suggests that in ASDs environmental toxicant exposure, genetic and mitochondrial dysfunction are involved associated with abnormal immune response with allergic problems and elevated serum IgE. ASDs present the major cytokine and chemokine dysfunction in CNS and is mediated by an increase of pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in the brain, such as TNF, IL-1, IFN-γ, IL-6, IL-8 and others. Mast cells, which are also implicated in ASDs, are worsened by stress and produce proinflammatory cytokines and can be stimulated by neurotensin in the brain and gut, contributing also to the inflammatory response. However, the exact etiology of ASDs remains largely unknown.
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- S. Tetè
- Dental School, University of Chiet-Pescarai, Chieti, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chiet-Pescarai, Chieti, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chiet-Pescarai, Chieti, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, University Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, Università Cattolica, Rome, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Ortona ASL Hospital, Ortona, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chiet-Pescarai, Chieti, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Psychology School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Internal Medicine and Biochemistry, Molecular Immunopharmacology and Drug Discovery Laboratory, Department of Molecular Physiology and Pharmacology, Tufts University School of Medicine and Drug Discovery Laboratory, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Sabatino G, Nicoletti M, Neri G, Saggini A, Rosati M, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Frydas S, Pandolfi F, Potalivo G, Galzio R, Conti P, Theoharides TC. Impact of IL -9 and IL-33 in mast cells. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:577-586. [PMID: 23241108] [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] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Cytokines serve as chemical communicators from one cell to another and most of them have pro-inflammatory activity. Mast cells have been recognised as important mediators of the pathogenesis of allergy and inflammation, suggesting a role for IL-33-mediated mast cell activation. IL-33 was recently identified as a ligand for the orphan IL-1 family receptor T1/ST2 and is mainly expressed by mast cells, fibroblasts, epithelial cells, and endothelial cells, particularly in high endothelial venules. IL-33 is a potent inducer of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1, IL-6, IL-13 and TNF, and chemokines (MCP-1), by mast cells. Substance P is capable to induce VEGF from mast cells, and IL-33, the newest pro-inflammatory member of the IL-1 cytokine family, augments the effect of SP in VEGF transcription and translation protein. IL-9 is a pleiotropic and is expressed by multiple T helper (TH) cell subsets. IL-9 promotes the expression of mast cell pro-inflammatory cytokines in vitro and is involved in Th2 responses. This article focuses on recent developments of mast cells, IL-9 and IL-33, and recent literature and investigations were reviewed.
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- G Sabatino
- Neonatology Division, University of Chieti, Italy
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Tetè S, Tripodi D, Rosati M, Conti F, Maccauro G, Saggini A, Salini V, Cianchetti E, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Toniato E, Castellani ML, Pandolfi F, Frydas S, Conti P, Theoharides TC. Endothelial cells, cholesterol, cytokines, and aging. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:355-63. [PMID: 22697067 DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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It has been reported that high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides are associated with increased risk of developing atherosclerosis and shorter life. In fact, vascular endothelial dysfunction occurs during the human aging process. Accumulation of lipids in vascular endothelium activates leukocytes to produce cytokines and chemokines which recruit macrophages. On the other hand, macrophages augment inflammatory response and secrete vascular endothelial growth factor, a key cytokine that mediates angiogenesis and inflammatory response. In addition, hyperlipidaemia is one of the main risk factors for aging, hypertension and diabetes. Here, we review the interrelationship between endothelial cells, high level of cholesterol, and aging.
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Tete S, Saggini A, Maccauro G, Rosati M, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Tripodi D, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Salini V, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Frydas S, Pandolfi F, Conti P, Potalivo G, Nicoletti M, Theoharides TC. Interleukin-9 and mast cells. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:319-326. [PMID: 23034251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Mast cells are granulated hematopoietic cells derived from stem cells that reside in nearly all tissues and are involved in protection of a host from bacterial infection with a protective and pathogenic activity. Mast cells are important for both innate and adaptive immunity in tissues which are in close contact with the environment. These cells express proinflammatory cytokines such as IL-1, IL-6, IL-8 and tumor necrosis factor which are necessary for innate immunity. Mast cells also produce interleukin-9 and enhance mast cell expression of several cytokines including IL-1beta, IL-5, IL-6, IL-9 and IL-13. In addition, IL-9 can induce mast cell production of TGF-beta which can have proinflammatory downstream effects. IL-9 can function as either a positive or a negative regulator of immune responses and can have a detrimental role in allergy and autoimmunity. Furthermore, IL-9 contributes to disease by promoting mast cell expansion and production of IL-13 which in turn contributes to airway hyperresponsiveness. Here, in this editorial we review the interrelationship between IL-9 and mast cells.
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Tetè S, Nicoletti M, Saggini A, Maccauro G, Rosati M, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Tripodi D, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Salini V, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Frydas S, Pandolfi F, Conti P, Potalivo G, Theoharides T. Nutrition and Cancer Prevention. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:573-81. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Cancer cells invade surrounding tissues and metastasize to distant sites. Diet high in fat is a strong link to, and perhaps causes, a high incidence of tumours. Trans-fatty acid might impair the function and it could be involved in the development of cancer. Cholesterol is also strongly suspected to be involved in the development of tumours, therefore it is important for everyone to eat well, especially for people with cancer to prevent the body tissues from breaking down and helping to rebuild the normal tissue that may have been affected by the treatments. Factors secreted by adipocytes and macrophages such as TNF-alpha and other inflammatory proteins are involved in inflammation in cancer. In addition, MCSF which up-regulates adipocyte tissue is also important for the stimulation of fat cell proliferation and is expressed by human adipocytes. Many cytokines, such as IL-1, IL-6, IL-8, IL-32, IL-33 and MCP-1, are biomarkers for cancer and chronic diseases along with transcription factors NFkB and AP-1; these last two factors are important bioactive substances on the molecular mechanism of the control of genes which in turn affect cellular metabolism. In this paper we revisit the interrelationship between cancer and metabolism.
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- S. Tetè
- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Ortona Hospital, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia Italy
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- Orthopeadics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia Italy
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- Parasitology Department, Veterinary School, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Immunology Division, Medical School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Biochemistry and Internal Medicine Tufts University School of Medicine, Tufts-New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Tete S, Tripodi D, Rosati M, Conti F, Maccauro G, Saggini A, Salini V, Cianchetti E, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Toniato E, Castellani ML, Pandolfi F, Frydas S, Conti P, Theoharides TC. Role of mast cells in innate and adaptive immunity. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:193-201. [PMID: 22824746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Mast cells play a central role in inflammatory and immediate allergic reactions and are necessary for allergic reactions. Mast cells play a role in the pathophysiology of autoimmune diseases and appear to be especially important in inflamed tissues, because they infiltrate tissues and produce a variety of cytokines. Mast cells are important for both innate and adaptive immunity in tissues that are in close contact with the environment, i.e. the skin, the airways and the lung, and the lining of the intestine. However, there are still many unsolved issues of mast cell functions, including their regulatory mechanism on cell differentiation in bone marrow; for example, the cytokines and transcription factors necessary for their differentiation and expansion, as well as the molecular mechanism underlying basophil migration from the bloodstream to peripheral tissues such as lymph nodes still need to be clarified.
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Maccauro G, Tripodi D, Saggini A, Conti F, Cianchetti E, Angelucci D, Rosati M, Toniato E, Fulcheri M, Tetè S, Salini V, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Frydas S, Conti P, Theoharides T. Calcium Ionophore A23187 and Compound 48/80 Induce PGD2 and Tryptase in Human Cord Blood-Derived Mast Cells: Lack of Effect of IL-18. EUR J INFLAMM 2012. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1201000104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Immunological and biochemical reactions associated with inflammation are elicited in response to a physical or immunological challenge. Early in inflammation there is mobilization and infiltration of neutrophils, mast cells and macrophages to the site of inflammation. These cells release pro-inflammatory compounds icluding cytokines, vasoactive peptides (eg., histamine), and eicosanoids. The release of prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) and tryptase induced by anti-IgE, A23187 and compound 48/80 were studied using in vitro a good and valid model of human cord blood-derived mast cells (HCBDMC). Tryptase is a mast cell product and enhances vasopermeability with anticoagulant activities. In this study we measure the release of PGD2 and tryptase on mast cells activate by anti-IgE, calcium ionophore A23187, polybasic compound 48/80 (an agent containing a cationic region adjacent to a hydrophobic moiety, which works by activating G proteins) and IL-18. The generation of PGD2 was measured by radioimmunoassay. Release of PGD2 was detectable (after 12 h) following challenge with anti-IgE, A23187 and compound 48/80. Our data show that mature HCBDMC produce proinflammatory PGD2 following triggering with anti-IgE and with IgE-independent agonists, such as calcium ionophore A23187 and polybasic compound 48/80, while IL-18 was unable to stimulate the release of PGD2 or tryptase on HCBDMC. Although a great deal has been learned about the mediators produced by mast cells, the ultimate biologic function(s) of mast cells remains a mystery.
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- G. Maccauro
- Orthopedics Division, Università Cattolica, Rome, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Ortona Hospital, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Pathological Anatomy, Chieti Hospital, Chieti, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Orthopedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Laboratory of Parasitology, Veterinary Faculty, Aristotelian University, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Tufts University School of Medicine, New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Tripodi D, Conti F, Rosati M, Maccauro G, Saggini A, Cianchetti E, Angelucci D, Fulcheri M, Tetè S, Salini V, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Toniato E, Castellani ML, Conti P, Theoharides TC. IL-36 a new member of the IL-1 family cytokines. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:7-14. [PMID: 22475093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Interleukin-36 (IL-36) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine which plays an important role in innate and adaptive immunity. IL-36 activates MAPK and NF-kB pathways and is produced by many different cells. This cytokine is a family member of interleukin-1 (IL-1) and plays an important role in the pathophysiology of several diseases. Here we summarise and review the new aspects of this important pro-inflammatory cytokine.
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Tetè S, Tripodi D, Rosati M, Conti F, Maccauro G, Saggini A, Cianchetti E, Caraffa A, Antinolfi P, Toniato E, Castellani M, Conti P, Theoharides T. IL-37 (IL-1F7) the Newest Anti-Inflammatory Cytokine Which Suppresses Immune Responses and Inflammation. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:31-8. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Cytokines such as interleukins, chemokines and interferons are immunomodulating and inflammatory agents, characterized by considerable redundancy, in that many cytokines appear to share similar functions. Virtually all nucleated cells, but especially epithelial cells and macrophages, are potent producers of cytokines. The objective of this study is to review the detailed mechanism of action and the biological profiles of IL-37, the newest anti-inflammatory cytokine. This review focuses on IL-37, a key cytokine in regulating inflammatory responses, mainly by inhibiting the expression, production and function of proinflammatory cytokines: IL-1 family pro-inflammatory effects are markedly suppressed by IL-37.
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- S. Tetè
- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Dental School, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Gynecology Division, Pescara Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Ortona Hospital, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Immunology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Tufts University School of Medicine, New England Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA
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Anogeianaki A, Angelucci D, Cianchetti E, D'alessandro M, Maccauro G, Saggini A, Salini V, Caraffa A, Teté S, Conti F, Tripodi D, Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb Y. Atherosclerosis: A Classic Inflammatory Disease. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2011; 24:817-25. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201102400401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Atherosclerosis is an inflammatory disease due to a diet high in saturated fat, hypercholesterolemia, obesity, hypoglycemia, etc. mainly mediated by the infiltration of macrophage and T cells into the vascular wall. Once the endothelial is damaged monocytes penetrate the tissue and are transformed in scavenger cells. Upon stimulation of Th1 cells, a group of cytokines is released and contributes to the inflammatory response of atherosclerotic tissue. When macrophages proliferate they amplify inflammatory response through the secretion of growth factors and cytokines such as TNF and IL-1. In addition, chemokines such as RANTES and other C-C chemokines are generated, and matrix metalloprotinease 9 (MMP-9) are produced by activated monocytes. However, the immune system in atherosclerosis still remains unclear. Here, in this study we revisited the inter-relationship between atherosclerosis and inflammation.
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- A. Anogeianaki
- Physiology Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Anatomo Pathology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Division, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Departmentof Oral, Nano and Biotechnologies, University G. d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Gyneacology, “Santo Spirito” Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Departmentof Oral, Nano and Biotechnologies, University G. d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy
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Saggini A, Anogeianaki A, Angelucci D, Cianchetti E, D'Alessandro M, Maccauro G, Salini V, Caraffa A, Teté S, Conti F, Tripodi D, Fulcheri M, Frydas S, Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb YB. Cholesterol and vitamins: revisited study. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2011; 25:505-515. [PMID: 22217984] [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] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The link between low density lipoprotein and coronary heart disease has been widely studied. Oxidized LDL damages the artery wall, and a diet rich in vitamins and low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce this risk. Not only hypercholesterolemia but also low levels of high density lipoprotein cholesterol are critical risk factors for atherosclerosis and related diseases. It has been reported that high doses of B complex vitamin may be useful in lowering blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body, however the use of this compound has been limited by an annoying flush and concern for toxicity. Niacin is a B-complex vitamin with anti-atherosclerotic properties and is an effective medication for raising high density lipoprotein. The combination of niacin with other lipid-lowering drugs, such as statins, reduces the dynamic of atherosclerosis disease. In addition, vitamin E is one of the most important lipid soluble anti-oxidants in humans, and reduces atherosclerosis plaque, coronary artery diseases and myocardial infarction. Vitamin E protects the integrity of membranes by inhibiting lipid peroxidation. In this study we revisited the interrelationship between cholesterol, low density lipoproteins and vitamins.
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- A Saggini
- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy.
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Saggini A, Anogeianaki A, Angelucci D, Cianchetti E, D'Alessandro M, Maccauro G, Salini V, Caraffa A, Teté S, Conti F, Tripodi D, Fulcheri M, Frydas S, Rosati M, Shaik-Dasthagirisaheb Y. Cholesterol: An Inflammatory Compound. EUR J INFLAMM 2011. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1100900301] [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: 11/15/2022] Open
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Obesity is one of the main rising causes of health problems in modern society and is correlated to type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, heart disease and atherosclerosis. Bacterial products, endogenous substances such as oxidized LDL (ox-LDL) and heat shock proteins mediate activation of Toll-like receptors and reinforce the view that the innate immune system plays a key role in the genesis of atherosclerosis. In addition, natural killer T (NKT) cells respond to lipids presented via CD1d on APCs, and may also be able to affect atherosclerosis. All the main cell types involved in atherosclerosis such as endothelial cells, macrophages, T cells, smooth muscle cells and platelets express proinflammatory cytokines. In addition, CD4 ligation triggers the expression of adhesion molecules, cytokines and matrix metalloprotinease. IL-6 cytokines travels to the liver where it elicits acute phase response resolving in the release of serum amyloid-A C-reactive protein, fibrogen and plasminogen activator inhibitor-1. Therefore increasing body fat mass is associated with high levels of inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1 and TNF. In this study we revisit the interrelationship between fat and inflammation.
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- A. Saggini
- Department of Dermatology, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Physiology Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- AnatomoPathology Division, University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Division, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Division, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Oral, Nano and Biotechnologies, University G. d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Gyneacology, “Santo Spirito” Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Oral, Nano and Biotechnologies, University G. d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy
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- Psychology Division, University G. d'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy
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- Parassitology Division, Thessaloniki University, Greece
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- Department of Gyneacology, “Santo Spirito” Hospital, Pescara, Italy
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Conti CM, Angelucci D, Ferri M, Maccauro G, Caraffa A, Doyle R, Fulcheri M, Cianchetti E. Relationship between cancer and psychology: an updated history. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2011; 25:331-339. [PMID: 22023757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The mechanism and formation of cancer have always been topics of interest for scientists, even for doctors in ancient times. Nowadays a great role for cancer is played by psychological stress which promotes relevant changes in neuronal activity and gene regulations across the different brain areas. It has been reported by many authors that stress can have an important role in the immune system and may be relevant in the formation of cancer. Our observations, in accordance with other research studies, confirm the importance of the influence of depression, linked to neuroendocrine stress, on the enhancement of cancer pathogenesis by inhibiting anti-tumor immune responses. In this article we review the past and present history of the relationship between cancer and psychology.
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Gildetti S, Natoli C, Zilli M, Grassadonia A, Tinari N, Scognamiglio M, Giampietro J, Angelucci D, Cianchetti E, Iacobelli S. Effect of taxanes following anthracyclines on pathologic complete response (pCR) in patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) receiving primary systemic therapy (PST). J Clin Oncol 2010. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2010.28.15_suppl.e13129] [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: 11/20/2022] Open
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Tinterri C, Gatzemeier W, Zanini V, Regolo L, Pedrazzoli C, Rondini E, Amanti C, Gentile G, Taffurelli M, Fenaroli P, Tondini C, Sacchetto G, Sismondi P, Murgo R, Orlandi M, Cianchetti E, Andreoli C. Conservative surgery with and without radiotherapy in elderly patients with early-stage breast cancer: a prospective randomised multicentre trial. Breast 2009; 18:373-7. [PMID: 19910194 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2009.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2009] [Accepted: 09/17/2009] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Breast conserving therapy (BCT) including postoperative irradiation of the remaining breast tissue is generally accepted as the best treatment for the majority of patients with early-stage breast cancer. The question is whether there is a necessity for irradiating all patients. Between 2001 and 2005, 749 women aged 55-75 years with infiltrating breast carcinoma were randomly assigned to breast conservative surgery, with or without radiotherapy (RT), to evaluate the incidence of in-breast recurrence (IBR). After 5 years of median follow-up, the cumulative incidence of IBR was 2.5% in the surgery-only arm and 0.7% in the surgery plus RT arm. There are no differences in terms of overall survival and distant disease-free survival. The preliminary evaluation suggests that breast irradiation after conservative surgery can be avoided without exposing these patients to an increased risk of distant-disease recurrence. Prolonged follow-up will further clarify the possible risks and late sequelae potentially induced by breast RT.
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- C Tinterri
- Breast Unit, Istituto Clinico Humanitas, via Manzoni 56, 20089 Rozzano, Milano, Italy
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Natoli C, Cianchetti E, Tinari N, Angelucci D, Grassadonia A, Zilli M, Ficorella C, Ricevuto E, Grossi S, De Tursi M, Carella C, Rispoli AI, Iacobelli S. A phase II study of dose-dense epirubicin plus cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel plus capecitabine and pegfilgrastim support as preoperative therapy for patients with stage II, IIIA breast cancer. Ann Oncol 2007; 18:1015-20. [PMID: 17369601 DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdm076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This phase II study was conducted to evaluate tumor response rate and safety profile of dose-dense epirubicin plus cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel plus capecitabine given preoperatively to patients with stage II or IIIA breast cancer. PATIENTS AND METHODS Patients underwent four cycles of dose-dense cyclophosphamide 600 mg/m(2) and epirubicin 90 mg/m(2) every 2 weeks followed by two cycles of docetaxel 36 mg/m(2) on days 1, 8, and 15 plus capecitabine 1250 mg/m(2) on days 5-18 every 4 weeks, with prophylactic pegfilgrastim. The primary objective of the study was to determine the incidence of pathologic complete response defined as the absence of invasive or in situ cancer in the breast and the axillary nodes at definitive surgery. RESULTS Forty-four patients were enrolled in the study and 41 (93%) were assessable for response to chemotherapy. An objective clinical response was observed in 38 (93%) patients. Seven patients (17.1%) exhibited a pathologic complete response. Breast-conserving surgery was carried out in 36 (88%) patients. Grade 3/4 neutropenia occurred in 4.3% of 252 administered chemotherapy cycles. No febrile neutropenia, cardiac toxicity, thrombocytopenia or other serious adverse event was registered. CONCLUSION The sequential combination of dose-dense epirubicin plus cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel plus capecitabine is an effective and well-tolerated neo-adjuvant chemotherapy for stage II, IIIA breast cancer.
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- C Natoli
- Department of Oncology and Neurosciences and Foundation, University G. D'Annunzio, Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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Grassadonia A, Cianchetti E, Ficorella C, Angelucci D, Grossi S, Ricevuto E, Zilli M, Tinari N, Natoli C, Iacobelli S. P123 Preoperative sequential chemotherapy of dose-dense epirubicin/cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel/capecitabine in patients with stage II/IIIA breast cancer. Breast 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/s0960-9776(07)70183-2] [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: 10/22/2022] Open
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Iacobelli S, Cianchetti E, Ficorella C, Angelucci D, Grossi S, Ricevuto E, Castrilli G, Zilli M, Tinari N, Natoli C. Preoperative dose-dense sequential chemotherapy of epirubicin/cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel/capecitabine in patients with early breast cancer. J Clin Oncol 2006. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2006.24.18_suppl.10598] [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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10598 Background: The use of preoperative chemotherapy for breast cancer has been shown to result in similar disease-free and overall survival as postoperative adjuvant chemotherapy. Additionally, the rate of pathologic complete response (pCR) in the breast after preoperative chemotherapy has been shown to correlate with survival. The objective of this study was to evaluate the activity and safety of a dose-dense and sequential chemotherapy of epirubicin/cyclophosphamide (EC) followed by docetaxel/capecitabine (DXe) given preoperatively in patients with early breast cancer not candidate to breast-conserving surgery. Methods: Forty-one women with histologically/cytologically confirmed primary breast cancer (T2–3, N0–2, M0) received 4 cycles of EC (cyclophosphamide, 600 mg/m2 and epirubicin, 90 mg/m2) q2 weeks followed by two cycles of DXe (docetaxel, 36 mg/m2 days 1, 8, and 15 and capecitabine, 1250 mg/m2 days 5–18) q 28 days, with pegfilgrastim support. The study was designed as a Simon’s two-step phase II study. The primary end point of the study was the incidence of pCR defined as the absence of invasive cancer in the breast at definitive surgery. Results: Thirty-nine out of 41 enrolled patients were evaluable for response to treatment (one patient withdrew from the study for G4 neutropenia after the first EC cycle, and the other for therapy refusal after the 4 EC cycles). A pCR was observed in 10 patients for a total pCR rate of 25.6%. Interestingly, all but one of the 10 pCR cases showed ER/PR-negative/Her2-positive tumors. A clinical response (CR or PR) detected by palpation and by imaging was observed in 37 patients, for an overall response rate of 95%. Twenty-nine patients (75%) underwent breast-conserving surgery. The treatment was well tolerated: one patient experienced G3 mucositis and another patient required a 25% dose reduction of capecitabine because of hand-foot syndrome. There was no case of cardiac toxicity, thrombocytopenia or any other serious adverse event. Conclusions: The dose-dense sequential combination EC/DXe is endowed with good antitumor activity and limited toxicity, allowing a high rate of pCR and breast conservation. Thus, this regimen can be considered for further clinical trial. No significant financial relationships to disclose.
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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- University G. D’Annunzio, Chieti, Italy; University of L’Aquila, L’Aquila, Italy
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Ricevuto E, Grassadonia A, Cianchetti E, Grossi S, Angelucci D, Castrilli G, Rispoli A, Natoli C, Ficorella C, Iacobelli S. Preoperative dose-dense sequential chemotherapy of epirubicin/cyclophosphamide followed by docetaxel/capecitabine in patients with early breast cancer: preliminary results. EJC Suppl 2006. [DOI: 10.1016/s1359-6349(06)80396-4] [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: 10/24/2022] Open
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Stuppia L, Di Fulvio P, Aceto G, Pintor S, Veschi S, Gatta V, Colosimo A, Cianchetti E, Cama A, Mariani-Costantini R, Battista P, Palka G. BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations in breast/ovarian cancer patients from central Italy. Hum Mutat 2003; 22:178-9. [PMID: 12872265 DOI: 10.1002/humu.9164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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We report on the screening of the entire BRCA1/BRCA2 coding sequence by SSCP, PTT, and direct sequencing in 68 Italian families with recurrent breast or ovarian cancer. For each investigated proband, the probability of being carrier of a BRCA1/BRCA2 mutation was evaluated using the BRCAPRO software. We detected BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations in 8 patients (11.7%). However, if considering only patients with a carrier probability >10%, the detection rate was 36.8%, confirming the usefulness of the BRCAPRO software. One change (BRCA1 4172insT) was a novel mutation not reported in BIC database.
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- L Stuppia
- Dipartimenti di Scienze Biomediche, Università "G. D'Annunzio", Chieti, Italy
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Noccioli P, Grossi S, D'Aulerio A, Tavoletta S, Imbriglio G, Cianchetti E. [Juvenile papillomatosis of the breast]. Ann Ital Chir 2003; 74:13-8; discussion 18-9. [PMID: 12870277] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
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The PJ, introduced by Rosen in the 1980, is a benign and localized mammary lesion in female under 30 years old. The most important clinical and histological features are: Diagnosis in juvenile age. A mass clinically localized. A nodule with histologic features of cyst, benign hyperplasia of ductal epithelium and galactophorus ducts dilatation (Swiss cheese disease). There is a correlation between patients with PJ and breast cancer there is an increment of breast cancer in familirs of patients with PJ. There is an increment of the risk to develop a K in situ in patients with PJ and apocrine metaplasia and/or adenomatosis and/or atypical mastoplasia. We describe the diffuse PJ in a girl of 23 years old from the 1996 to 2002.
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- P Noccioli
- U.O. di Senologia Chirurgica, Dipartimento di Scienze Chirurgiche Sperimentali, Cliniche dell'Università G. d'Annunzio di Chieti P.O. G. Bernabeo di Ortona
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Iurisci I, Tinari N, Natoli C, Angelucci D, Cianchetti E, Iacobelli S. Concentrations of galectin-3 in the sera of normal controls and cancer patients. Clin Cancer Res 2000; 6:1389-93. [PMID: 10778968] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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Galectin-3, a member of the beta-galactoside-binding animal lectins, has been implicated in tumor invasion and metastasis. Using an immunoligand assay, we assessed the circulating levels of galectin-3 in sera from cancer patients as well as from healthy controls. Low serum levels of galectin-3 were detected in healthy individuals (median, 62 ng/ml; range, 20-313 ng/ml; 95th percentile, 184.3 ng/ml). Compared with healthy individuals, galectin-3 serum levels in patients with breast, gastrointestinal, lung, or ovarian cancer, melanoma, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma were significantly elevated (P = 0.014). Moreover, galectin-3 concentrations in sera from patients with metastatic disease were higher than in sera from patients with localized tumors. Maximum serum concentrations of galectin-3 (median, 320 ng/ml; range, 20-950 ng/ml) were found in patients with metastatic gastrointestinal carcinoma. These results suggest that circulating galectin-3 may play a role in tumor progression. The possibility of using this assay in early-stage cancer to predict metastasis should be studied.
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- I Iurisci
- Department of Oncology and Neurosciences, University G. D'Annunzio Medical School, Chieti, Italy
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Natoli C, Scognamiglio MT, Martino MT, Irtelli L, De Tursi M, Cianchetti E, Mascitelli E, Tinari N, Iacobelli S. Chronomodulated infusion of cisplatin, 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid: lack of activity in advanced colorectal cancer. Anticancer Res 2000; 20:1253-6. [PMID: 10810430] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND The chronomodulated infusion of 5-FU, FA and oxaliplatin allows a significant increase in dose intensity and antitumor efficacy in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Here we investigated if substitution of oxaliplatin with cisplatin produced a similar antitumor activity in previously untreated patients with advanced colorectal cancer. METHODS We enrolled 21 consecutively evaluated ambulatory patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Each treatment cycle consisted of a 5-day course of continuous chronomodulated venous infusion of drugs. Daily doses were 600 mg/m2 5-FU, 150 mg/m2 FA (L-form), and 12 mg/m2 cisplatin. The cycles were repeated every 21 days. RESULTS All patients completed at least 3 cycles. Overall a total number of 105 cycles were administered. One partial response (lasting 3 months) and 13 stable disease (lasting from 3 to 12 months) were observed. The remaining 7 patients had progression of the disease. Hematologic and gastrointestinal toxicity was always < or = G2 in all cycles. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study discourage the substitution of cisplatin for the more active compound, oxaliplatin, in a chronomodulated schedule of infusion with 5-FU and FA in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.
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- C Natoli
- Department of Oncology and Neurosciences, University G. D'Annunzio, Chieti, Italy.
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Cianchetti E, Legnini M, Ucchino S, Ricci A, Scipione P, Grossi S, Scotti U, Napolitano L. [Gynecomastia]. Ann Ital Chir 1996; 67:495-9; discussion 499-500. [PMID: 9005766] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Gynaecomastia is a benign enlargement of the male breast commonly occurring in healthy adolescent boys and in adults (50 to 80 years old). It is a source of cosmetic and psychologic problems. The secondary forms usually require no therapy other than the removal of any identified inciting cause. Most of the idiopathic forms last only a few months and then gradually disappear. In secondary gynaecomastia and idiopathic forms present for more than 12 months a medical hormonal treatment often fails and the only therapy is surgery consisting in a subtotal subcutaneous mastectomy. In the last years the surgical treatment is often completed with suction lipectomy: this procedure reduces the surgical traumatism. The authors present their experience concerning 47 patients: 27 were surgical treated with subcutaneous subtotal mastectomy and 18 had an abjunctive liposuction treatment with good results.
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- E Cianchetti
- Istituto di Patologia Chirurgica, Università G. D'Annunzio di Chieti
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Napolitano L, Grossi S, Cianchetti E. [Bilateral carcinoma of the breast]. Ann Ital Chir 1993; 64:665-8; discussion 668-9. [PMID: 8080156] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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The authors present 20 cases of bilateral breast cancer (2 synchronous) on 700 cases of breast cancer observed in 1974-1992 period. In most cases (17 on 20) the histologic type was the same for both tumours and in 15 cases was invasive ductal. The time interval to second diagnosis went from 24 to 144 months with a mean interval of 44 months. The limited number of cases observed by the Authors doesn't permit conclusions about the prognostic meaning of a second breast cancer but it is clear that the anamnestic evidence of a previous intervention for breast cancer requires careful control also of the contralateral breast.
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- L Napolitano
- Istituto di Patologia Chirurgica, Università G. D'Annunzio, Chieti
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Napolitano AM, Cianchetti E, Ricci A, Napolitano L. [The effect of ionizing radiation on the onset of breast carcinoma]. Ann Ital Chir 1993; 64:183-6; discussion 187-8. [PMID: 8357147] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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The authors examine the influence of ionogenic radiations on the onset of breast cancer. They remark the connection between the doses of radiations and the incidence of cancer and point out that the danger increases when the women is exposed to radiations during her fertile age. They present five cases of patients suffering from breast cancer where the exposition to radiations may have been a cause of the cancer.
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- A M Napolitano
- Istituto di Patologia Chirurgica, Scuola di Specializzazione in Chirurgia generale, Università degli Studi G. D'Annunzio, Chieti
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Calabrese G, Di Virgilio C, Cianchetti E, Guanciali Franchi P, Stuppia L, Parruti G, Bianchi PG, Palka G. Chromosome abnormalities in breast fibroadenomas. Genes Chromosomes Cancer 1991; 3:202-4. [PMID: 1868034 DOI: 10.1002/gcc.2870030305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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A cytogenetic study on 25 breast fibroadenomas from 17 women is reported. Seven tumors in five patients showed clonal structural chromosome changes. In three patients the breaks involved chromosome 12, occurring in two tumors in band 12p12 and in band 12q15 in all three tumors of one patient. The finding of an identical aberration, t(11;12)(q21;q15), in three adenomas from the same patient strongly suggests a clonal origin of multiple fibroadenomas of the breast.
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- G Calabrese
- Istituto di Biologia, Universitá di Chieti, Italy
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Calabrese G, Palka G, Di Virgilio C, Cianchetti E, Caracino A, Stuppia L, Angelucci D. Translocation t(X;18) in synovial sarcoma. AluI endonuclease digestion for breakpoint detection in two cases. Cancer Genet Cytogenet 1990; 50:277-9. [PMID: 2176128 DOI: 10.1016/0165-4608(90)90187-f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Cianchetti E, Cotellese R, Dell'Osa A, Nardi M, D'Aulerio A, Puglielli L, Di Sebastiano P, Saragani C, Napolitano AM. [Carcinoma of the male breast. Our experience]. MINERVA CHIR 1990; 45:1093-6. [PMID: 2177860] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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A case series of 5 male patients afflicted with breast carcinoma is reported. The Authors describe symptomatology, diagnostic iter, principles of surgical treatment and results. Underlined is the wider surgical demolition in male breast cancer in comparison with females, even if natural history and biological conduct are comparable. This is because in male breast carcinoma the local and remote infiltration is more rapid than female for the less development of breast gland. Finally, indications for radiochemotherapy are comparable to female breast cancer.
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- E Cianchetti
- Istituto di Patologia Speciale Chirurgica e Propedeutica Clinica, Università degli Studi di Chieti
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Belcaro G, Legnini M, Cianchetti E, Errichi BM, Laurora G, Cipollone G, Leone L, Melena E, Lania M, Gaspari AL. Clinical evaluation of defibrotide in the treatment of arterial and venous vascular disease. A preliminary report. Panminerva Med 1989; 31:34-41. [PMID: 2657592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Defibrotide is a new compound with antithrombotic and profibrinolytic activity. It increases the endogenous fibrinolytic activity by promoting the cellular activator of plasminogen from endothelial cells and by decreasing the concentration of its inhibitors. In this study we evaluated a total of 223 patients for a mean period of 43 days for the following vascular conditions: (a) superficial venous thrombosis; (b) prophylaxis against deep venous thrombosis; (c) peripheral vascular disease (ischaemic foot and intermittent claudication; (d) prophylaxis against TIAs in patients with carotid plaques determining embolization; (e) treatment of venous ulcerations determined by chronic venous incompetence; (f) patients with Raynaud's phenomenon and disease. The tolerability observed was good. No side effects were observed even in more prolonged treatments. The overall efficacy was good for all groups especially in comparison with other treatment already in use for these vascular conditions. In conclusion defibrotide is a particularly useful drug in these vascular diseases and can be used both for acute and chronic treatments.
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Belcaro G, Laurora G, Cesarone MR, Ricci A, Cianchetti E, Legnini M, Errichi BM, Cipollone G, Gaspari AL, Grimaldi R. Laser-Doppler flowmetry evaluation of the effects of elastic compression in patients with venous ulcerations. Panminerva Med 1988; 30:208-12. [PMID: 3244471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Belcaro G, Laurora G, Ricci A, Cianchetti E, Legnini M, Napolitano AM. Evaluation of flow in nodular tumors of the breast by Doppler and duplex scanning. Acta Chir Belg 1988; 88:323-7. [PMID: 3066083] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Evaluation of flow in nodular tumors of the breast may be performed by Doppler and computerized frequency analysis. In 46 nodules of the breast (22 malignant) the nodular flow velocity and frequency analysis revealed a faster flow with a significantly higher peak frequency and mean velocity. The intensity of sound which may be considered an index of the entity of flow in the nodule was larger than that observed in the normal surrounding breast tissue. In malignant nodules and generally in fast growing nodules the flow velocity and intensity was even larger. The flow intensity and velocity was also well correlated with the growth rate as reported by single patients. In elder patients a slow rate of growth even in tumors of larger size was associated with a significantly increased flow in comparison with the normal breast tissue but this increase was not particularly large when compared with fast growing nodules in younger subjects. In conclusion the evaluation of flow characteristics (mainly velocity, frequency analysis and intensity) may be a useful index of the growth rate of nodular tumors of the breast and these data may be useful to evaluate and monitor the evolution and pathophysiology of these nodules.
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Affiliation(s)
- G Belcaro
- Cardiovascular Clinic, Chieti University, Italy
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Belcaro G, Laurora M, Cesarone MR, Cacchio M, Lania M, Gaspari AL, Cianchetti E, Ricci A. [Computerized ultrasonic angiography. Current applications and comparison with other noninvasive and invasive methods]. Minerva Cardioangiol 1988; 36:189-92. [PMID: 3050590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Legnini M, D'Aulerio A, Cianchetti E, Rossi M, Cotellese R, Belcaro G. [Comparison of netilmicin with other aminoglycosides in severe surgical infections]. MINERVA CHIR 1985; 40:1117-9. [PMID: 4069401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Cianchetti E, Cotellese R, Legnini M, Gargano E, D'Aulerio A, Santarelli M, Potena B, Belcaro G. [Breast cancer. Epidemiology and other factors related to incidence in various populations]. Minerva Med 1985; 76:555-61. [PMID: 3991027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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An extensive review of epidemiology, etiology, age, genetic factors, race, alimentary habits and hormonal patterns have been analysed in studies concerning patients with breast cancer. The role of other factors (the age of menopause, the geographic distribution, the action of reserpine and many possible causes) are also discussed. The evidences observed in many studies performed in the last years in different countries are compared but definitive data cannot be reached. The material reported in these studies is not homogeneous and this review can only indicate the problems still present in this field and the subjects we need to investigate in the next years.
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Colecchia G, Gozzetti G, Caracino A, Spigonardo F, Cianchetti E. [Acute arterial insufficiency of the lower extremities]. Minerva Cardioangiol 1977; 25:313-8. [PMID: 887207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Innocenti P, Ucchino S, Cianchetti E, Basilico L, Angelone A. [Papilloma of the nipple. General remarks and comment apropos of a personal case]. MINERVA CHIR 1976; 31:1089-94. [PMID: 1012522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Colecchia G, Gozzetti G, Cianchetti E, Francomano F. [Longmire's operation in the surgical treatment of cancer of the stomach]. MINERVA CHIR 1976; 31:989-92. [PMID: 1012512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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