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Garofalo M, Quintavalle C, Di Leva G, Zanca C, Romano G, Taccioli C, Liu CG, Croce CM, Condorelli G. Editorial Expression of Concern: MicroRNA signatures of TRAIL resistance in human non-small cell lung cancer. Oncogene 2024; 43:1075. [PMID: 38418545 DOI: 10.1038/s41388-024-02989-3] [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: 03/01/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- M Garofalo
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
- Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy.
- Facolta` di Scienze Biotecnologiche, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
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Singh R, White D, Romano G, Osenda E, Allen S, Dunstan M, Elangovan R, Jourdan I, Rockall T, Scala A. Factors affecting quality of life in rectal cancer survivors who have undergone laparoscopic surgery: patient-reported outcomes over 10 years at a single institution. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2024; 106:13-18. [PMID: 36748787 PMCID: PMC10757878 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2022.0156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Colorectal cancer survivors have many problems affecting their quality of life (QOL). Traditional follow-up focuses on the detection of recurrence rather than QOL. Efforts are being made to assess patient-reported outcomes (PROMS) more formally. Such changes may enable patients to consider QOL factors when deciding on treatment. METHODS Patients who underwent laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer between 2005 and 2015 at a single institution were identified and sent European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C30 and QLQ-CR29 QOL questionnaires. QOL and the impact of radiotherapy, chemotherapy and formation of end colostomy were assessed. RESULTS Some 141 patients were identified: 12 died and 118 (83.7%) responded, of whom 101 completed the questionnaires and 17 declined to participate; 11 were lost to follow-up. Mean age was 67 years, median follow-up was 58 months. Median QOL score was 6 (maximum 7) and 4.5% of patients reported a poor QOL score (<4). Significant rectal/perianal pain, sexual dysfunction and urinary symptoms were reported in 3.6%, 10.9% and 2.7% of respondents, respectively. Significant differences between treatment groups were uncommon. All cohorts reported similar QOL, functional and symptom scores. CONCLUSIONS These results compare favourably with the published data. Future studies may benefit from baseline assessment to better assess treatment impact, prescient in an increasingly elderly and comorbid population. This paper establishes that good PROMs are achievable with laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer. It identifies limited differences in QOL between treatment modalities. Restoration of intestinal continuity and end colostomy result in similar QOL. This may address common concerns regarding stomata, sexual function and low anterior resection syndrome in this cohort.
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- R Singh
- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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Besse B, Felip E, Garcia Campelo R, Cobo M, Mascaux C, Madroszyk A, Cappuzzo F, Hilgers W, Romano G, Denis F, Viteri S, Debieuvre D, Galetta D, Baldini E, Razaq M, Robinet G, Maio M, Delmonte A, Roch B, Masson P, Schuette W, Zer A, Remon J, Costantini D, Vasseur B, Dziadziuszko R, Giaccone G. Randomized open-label controlled study of cancer vaccine OSE2101 versus chemotherapy in HLA-A2-positive patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer with resistance to immunotherapy: ATALANTE-1. Ann Oncol 2023; 34:920-933. [PMID: 37704166 DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2023.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treated with immune checkpoint blockers (ICBs) ultimately progress either rapidly (primary resistance) or after durable benefit (secondary resistance). The cancer vaccine OSE2101 may invigorate antitumor-specific immune responses after ICB failure. The objective of ATALANTE-1 was to evaluate its efficacy and safety in these patients. PATIENTS AND METHODS ATALANTE-1 was a two-step open-label study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of OSE2101 compared to standard-of-care (SoC) chemotherapy (CT). Patients with human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-A2-positive advanced NSCLC without actionable alterations, failing sequential or concurrent CT and ICB were randomized (2 : 1) to OSE2101 or SoC (docetaxel or pemetrexed). Primary endpoint was overall survival (OS). Interim OS futility analysis was planned as per Fleming design. In April 2020 at the time of interim analysis, a decision was taken to prematurely stop the accrual due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Final analysis was carried out in all patients and in the subgroup of patients with ICB secondary resistance defined as failure after ICB monotherapy second line ≥12 weeks. RESULTS Two hundred and nineteen patients were randomized (139 OSE2101, 80 SoC); 118 had secondary resistance to sequential ICB. Overall, median OS non-significantly favored OSE2101 over SoC {hazard ratio (HR) [95% confidence interval (CI)] 0.86 [0.62-1.19], P = 0.36}. In the secondary resistance subgroup, OSE2101 significantly improved median OS versus SoC [11.1 versus 7.5 months; HR (95% CI) 0.59 (0.38-0.91), P = 0.017], and significantly improved post-progression survival (HR 0.46, P = 0.004), time to Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status deterioration (HR 0.43, P = 0.006) and Quality of Life Questionnaire Core 30 (QLQ-C30) global health status compared to SoC (P = 0.045). Six-month disease control rates and progression-free survival were similar between groups. Grade ≥3 adverse effects occurred in 11.4% of patients with OSE2101 and 35.1% in SoC (P = 0.002). CONCLUSIONS In HLA-A2-positive patients with advanced NSCLC and secondary resistance to immunotherapy, OSE2101 increased survival with better safety compared to CT. Further evaluation in this population is warranted.
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- B Besse
- Paris-Saclay University, Cancer Medicine Department, Institut Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, France.
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- Oncology Department, Vall d'Hebron University Hospital and Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology, Barcelona
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- Medical Oncology Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruña, Biomedical Research Institute, INIBIC, A Coruña
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- Medical Oncology Intercenter Unit, Regional and Virgen de la Victoria University Hospitals, IBIMA, Málaga, Spain
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- Pneumology Department, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg-Nouvel Hôpital Civil, Strasbourg
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- Medical Oncology Department, IPC-Institut Paoli-Calmettes, Marseille, France
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- Oncology Department, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Sainte Catherine Cancer Center, Avignon, France
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- Medical Oncology Department, Ospedale Vito Fazzi-ASL Lecce, Lecce, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Institut Inter-Régional de Cancérologie Jean Bernard-Elsan, Le Mans, France
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- Medical Oncology Department, Instituto Oncológico Dr. Rosell, Hospital Universitario Dexeus, Grupo Quironsalud, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pneumology Department, Groupe Hospitalier de la Région Mulhouse Sud Alsace, Mulhouse, France
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- Medical Thoracic Oncology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Tumori "Giovanni Paolo II", Bari
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- Oncology Department, Ospedale San Luca, Lucca, Italy
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- Oncology Department, Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma City, USA
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- Oncology Department, Centre Hospitalier Régional Universitaire Morvan, Brest, France
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- Department of Oncology, University of Siena and Center for Immuno-Oncology, University Hospital, Siena
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- Thoracic Department, IRCCS Istituto Romagnolo per lo Studio dei Tumori "Dino Amadori" (IRST), Meldola, Italy
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- Thoracic Oncology Unit, Montpellier University, University Hospital of Montpellier, Montpellier
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- Pneumology Department, Centre Hospitalier de Cholet, Cholet, France
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital Martha-Maria Halle-Doelau, Halle, Germany
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- Thoracic Cancer Service, Davidoff Cancer Center, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Paris-Saclay University, Cancer Medicine Department, Institut Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, France
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- Medical Development Department, OSE Immunotherapeutics, Paris, France
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- Medical Development Department, OSE Immunotherapeutics, Paris, France
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- Oncology and Radiotherapy Department and Early Phase Clinical Trials Centre, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland
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- Meyer Cancer Center, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, USA
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De Luca V, Bozzetto L, Giglio C, Tramontano G, De Simone G, Luciano A, Lucibelli L, Maffettone A, Riccio M, Romano G, Rossi E, Chiatti CJ, Berler A, Iaccarino G, Illario M, Annuzzi G. Clinical outcomes of a digitally supported approach for self-management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1219661. [PMID: 37663860 PMCID: PMC10469625 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1219661] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Background Self-management of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is challenging. Regular self-monitoring of blood glucose and healthy lifestyles are required to improve glycometabolic control, thus delaying diabetes complications, and reducing hospitalizations. Digital technologies can empower patients in their disease management promoting self-management and motivation to change behaviors. We report the results of an exploratory trial aimed at evaluating the metabolic outcomes of using digital solutions for T2D self-management developed in the ProEmpower project, a European Commission funded Pre-Commercial Procurement. Methods Two digital solutions, DM4All and DiaWatch, which were codesigned with providers, patients, and caregivers, enabled the collection of clinical parameters by the patient using a smartphone integrated with the medical devices (glucometer, sphygmomanometer, scale, smart watch for heart rate monitoring and step counter). Data were automatically sent to the shared care plan allowing professionals to monitor adherence to treatment, set goals, and communicate more effectively with patients. At baseline and after an average follow-up of 8 months, glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c), body weight, blood pressure, and blood lipids were measured in 100 T2D patients using the ProEmpower solutions across different diabetes centers in Campania Region, age 45-79 years, both genders, and compared with a Control cohort of T2D patients (n = 100) with similar clinical characteristics and followed for a comparable period of observation in the same centers. Results At baseline, the ProEmpower participants and the Control subjects were on average overweight, with a similar BMI in the two cohorts, and mean HbA1c was at acceptable levels (around 7.0%). After the 8 month exploratory trial, body weight, HbA1c, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and plasma and LDL-cholesterol significantly decreased in the ProEmpower participants compared to baseline (p < 0.05 for all). The changes in systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and plasma and LDL-cholesterol were significantly different from those observed in the Control cohort (p < 0.05 for all). Conclusion This pilot study showed positive effects on metabolic outcomes relevant to cardiovascular risk in T2D of adopting digital telemedicine self-monitoring solutions based on automation of measurements and coaching on healthy lifestyles promotion.
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- Vincenzo De Luca
- Dipartimento di Sanità Pubblica, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Assistenziale Integrato di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia, Andrologia e Nutrizione, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Unità Operativa Semplice Ricerca e Sviluppo, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Azienda Ospedaliera di Rilievo Nazionale dei Colli, Naples, Italy
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- Azienda Sanitaria Locale Benevento, Benevento, Italy
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- Dipartimento Assistenziale Integrato di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia, Andrologia e Nutrizione, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche Avanzate, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Sanità Pubblica, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento Assistenziale Integrato di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia, Andrologia e Nutrizione, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dipartimento Assistenziale Integrato di Endocrinologia, Diabetologia, Andrologia e Nutrizione, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II, Naples, Italy
- Dipartimento di Medicina Clinica e Chirurgia, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Centanni M, Ricci GF, De Girolamo AM, Romano G, Gentile F. A review of modeling pesticides in freshwaters: Current status, progress achieved and desirable improvements. Environ Pollut 2023; 316:120553. [PMID: 36347410 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2022.120553] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Revised: 10/25/2022] [Accepted: 10/28/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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This study comprises a critical review of modeling of pesticides in surface waters. The aim was to update the status of the use of models to simulate the fate of pesticides from diffuse sources. ISI papers were selected on Scopus and the information concerning the study areas, type of pesticides (herbicides, fungicides and insecticides), the model, and the methodology adopted (i.e., calibration and/or validation, spatial and temporal scales) were analyzed. The studies were carried out in Europe (55.5%), North America (22.3%), Asia (13.9%) and South America (8.3%). The Soil and Water Assessment Tool proved to be the most used model (45.95%). Herbicides were the most modeled pesticides (71.4%), followed by insecticides (18.2%) and fungicides (10.4%). The main herbicides modeled were atrazine, metolachlor, isoproturon, glyphosate, and acetochlor. Insecticides such as chlorpyrifos and metaldehyde. Chlorothalonil, and fungicides (i.e., tebuconazole) were the most widely investigated. Based on published studies, it was found that modeling approaches for assessing the fate of pesticides are constantly evolving and the model algorithms work well with diverse watershed conditions, management strategies, and pesticide properties. Several papers reported concentrations of pesticides exceeding ecotoxicological thresholds revealing that water contamination with pesticides used in agriculture and urban areas is a priority issue of current global concern.
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- M Centanni
- University of Bari Aldo Moro, Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Bari, Italy
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- University of Bari Aldo Moro, Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Bari, Italy.
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- National Research Council, Water Research Institute (IRSA-CNR), Bari, Italy
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- University of Bari Aldo Moro, Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Bari, Italy
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- University of Bari Aldo Moro, Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Bari, Italy
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Ramella S, Morabito A, Silipigni S, Russo A, Capelletto E, Rossi S, Leonetti A, Montrone M, Facilissimo I, Romano G, Stasi I, Ceresoli G, Gridelli C, Lugini A, Pilotto S, Tagliaferri P, Bria E, Canova S, Rijavec E, Borghetti P, Brighenti M, Carta A, Ciuffreda L, Giusti R, Macerelli M, Verderame F, Zanelli F, Berardi R, Gregorc V, Sergi C, Vattemi E, Manglaviti S, Piovano P, Olmetto E, Borra G, Gori S, Aieta M, Bertolini A, Cecere F, Pasello G, Rocco D, Zulian M, Roncari B, Novello S. EP06.01-006 Multidisciplinary Team during the COVID-19 Pandemic: The BE-PACIFIC Italian Observational Study Analysis. J Thorac Oncol 2022. [PMCID: PMC9452007 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2022.07.521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Buyse M, Montestruc F, Chiem JC, Deltuvaite-Thomas V, Salvaggio S, Garcia Campelo M, Cobo Dols M, Quoix E, Madroszyk Flandin AC, Cappuzzo F, Romano G, Viteri Ramirez S, Schuette W, Zer A, Comis S, Vasseur B, Dziadziuszko R, Giaccone G, Besse B, Felip E. 1024P Net treatment benefit of OSE2101 in HLA-A2+ non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients after failure to immune checkpoint inhibitors (IO) in phase III Atalante-1 randomized trial. Ann Oncol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2022.07.1150] [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: 11/01/2022] Open
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Lo Voi A, Falletta C, Madaudo C, Bellavia D, Di Lisi D, Di Gesaro G, Gentile G, Mina" C, Novo S, Nugara C, Romano G, Clemenza F, Novo G. Prognostic stratification of patients with low-risk hypertrophyc cardiomyopathy: the role of myocardial deformation imaging and myocardial fibrosis. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2022. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jeab289.268] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Funding Acknowledgements
Type of funding sources: None.
Background
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is associated with a high incidence of adverse cardiovascular events. Risk stratification for major cardiac events and management of HCM patients are still a serious challenge in cardiology. Current ESC guidelines recommend stratifying the risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD) at 5 years using a prediction model which evaluates clinical and echocardiographic criteria but this model does not include parameters of myocardial deformation at echocardiography and myocardial fibrosis at cardiac magnetic resonance.
Purpose
The aim of this study was to evaluate the predictive prognostic role of myocardial deformation imaging parameters derived by echocardiography (left ventricular global longitudinal strain GLS and PALS) and magnetic resonance parameters (extension of delayed enhancement DE) in a population of patients with HCM with low-risk of SCD, considering ESC prediction model.
Methods
We enrolled 166 patients, mean age 56.25 ± 16 with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. A complete echocardiogram and a cardiac magnetic resonance were performed. After a period of 2.5 years, adverse cardiovascular events were evaluated: number of ICD shocks and ventricular arrhythmias, occurrence of atrial fibrillation (AF) or other supraventricular arrhythmias, symptoms of heart failure (HF) and or hospitalizations, heart transplant and death.
Results
7 heart transplants, 8 deaths, 29 patients developed AF, 6 patients developed ventricular arrhythmias and/or ICD shock, 17 patients were hospitalized, 16 patients developed HF. Patients with cardiovascular events had significantly lower PALS values than patients without events (PALS 4.6 ± 2.6 vs 17.5 ± 3.26, p-value < 0.0001) and higher values left atrial volume (179 ± 81 vs 76 ± 37, p-value < 0.001); significantly greater DE extension (57 ± 20 vs 17 ± 19, p-value 0.0082), lower GLS and EF values (GLS 10 ± 3 vs 15 ± 4, p value 0.0033; EF p-value 0,0001). Patients who developed ventricular arrhythmias, did not show significant changes in EF (p-value 0.26), left atrial volume (90 ± 17, p-value 0.36) and PALS (18 ± 1, p-value 0.7), but they had significantly lower GLS values (5.7 ± 12, p-value 0.02) and a greater extent of DE (p-value 0.04). Patients with AF showed a significantly increased left atrial volume (100 ± 43, p 0.0034) and the PALS (10.8+ 5.9, p-value < 0.0001) was significantly reduced compared to patients without events; EF, GLS (-11.8 ± 8, p-value 0.08) and DE were not significantly reduced (14.8 ± 8, p-value 0.14). In patients who developed HF, both EF, GLS (p-value 0.035), left atrial volume , PALS (p-value < 0.0001) and DE (65 ± 22.5 p-value < 0.0001) were altered compared to patients without events.
Conclusion
Low PALS, reduced EF and GLS and higher DE extension and left atrial volume, appear to be prognostic factors in patients with HCM. PALS and left atrial volume are predictors of death, heart failure and AF. Low GLS and DE are predictors of ventricular arrhythmias and heart failure.
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- A Lo Voi
- Hospital Buccheri La Ferla, Palermo, Italy
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- Ospedale Cervello-Villa Sofia, Palermo, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Ospedale Cervello-Villa Sofia, Palermo, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and High Specialization Therapies (IsMeTT), Palermo, Italy
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- Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and High Specialization Therapies (IsMeTT), Palermo, Italy
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- Ospedale Cervello-Villa Sofia, Palermo, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Hospital Buccheri La Ferla, Palermo, Italy
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- Ospedale Cervello-Villa Sofia, Palermo, Italy
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- Mediterranean Institute for Transplantation and High Specialization Therapies (IsMeTT), Palermo, Italy
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- University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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Papp KV, Rofael H, Veroff AE, Donohue MC, Wang S, Randolph C, Grober E, Brashear HR, Novak G, Ernstrom K, Raman R, Aisen PS, Sperling R, Romano G, Henley D. Sensitivity of the Preclinical Alzheimer's Cognitive Composite (PACC), PACC5, and Repeatable Battery for Neuropsychological Status (RBANS) to Amyloid Status in Preclinical Alzheimer's Disease -Atabecestat Phase 2b/3 EARLY Clinical Trial. J Prev Alzheimers Dis 2022; 9:255-261. [PMID: 35542998 DOI: 10.14283/jpad.2022.17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cognitive composites commonly serve as primary outcomes in Alzheimer's disease (AD) secondary prevention trials. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the association between amyloid (Aβ) burden level (+/-) and performance on three separate composite endpoints: Preclinical Alzheimer's Cognitive Composite (PACC), PACC+Semantic Fluency (PACC5), and Repeatable Battery for Neuropsychological Status (RBANS). DESIGN Screening data from the randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2b/3 atabecestat EARLY study in preclinical AD participants were used in this analysis. SETTING The EARLY study was conducted at 143 centers across 14 countries. PARTICIPANTS 3,569 cognitively unimpaired older adults (Clinical Dementia Rating of 0; aged 60-85 years) screened for inclusion in the EARLY study with Aβ status and at least PACC or RBANS at screening were included. Participants were categorized as those with non-pathological Aβ levels (Aβ-, n=2,824) and those with pathological Aβ levels (Aβ+, n=745) based on florbetapir uptake or levels of cerebrospinal fluid Aβ1-42. MEASUREMENTS Analysis of Covariance models controlling for age, sex, and education were used to examine the difference in PACC, PACC5, and RBANS between Aβ groups. Nonparametric bootstrap was used to compare sensitivity of composites to differentiate between Aβ status. RESULTS Of 3,569 participants, 2,116 were women (59%); 3,006 were Caucasian (84%); mean (SD) age was 68.98 (5.28) years. Aβ+ participants performed worse versus Aβ- participants on all cognitive composites though the magnitude of the Aβ effect was generally small. The Aβ+/- effect size for the PACC (Cohen's d=-0.15) was significantly greater than the RBANS (d=-0.097) while the PACC5 effect size (d=-0.139) was numerically larger than the RBANS. When examining subscores from the composites, memory tests (i.e., Free and Cued Selective Reminding Test, Figure Recall) and speed of processing (i.e., Digit-Symbol/Coding on the PACC/RBANS) exhibited the largest Aβ+/- effect sizes. CONCLUSIONS Cross-sectional relationships between Aβ and cognition among clinically unimpaired older adults are detectable on multi-domain cognitive composites but are relatively small in magnitude. The Aβ+/- group effect was statistically larger for PACC and marginally larger for PACC5 versus RBANS. However, interpretation of composite sensitivity to Aβ status cross-sectionally cannot be generalized to sensitivity to change over time.
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- K V Papp
- Kathryn V. Papp, PhD, Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 60 Fenwood Road, Boston, MA 02115; Tel: +1 617-643-5322; E-mail:
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De Luca M, Bosso G, Valvano A, Guardasole V, Botta A, Carbone V, Carella G, Del Buono A, Di Giovanni G, Fimiani B, Guarnaccia F, Lapice E, Martedì E, Memoli G, Oliva D, Romano G, Cittadini A, Zito GB, Oliviero U. Correction to: Management of patients with chronic heart failure and type 2 diabetes mellitus: the SCODIAC-II study. Intern Emerg Med 2021; 16:2345. [PMID: 34586584 DOI: 10.1007/s11739-021-02845-2] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Mariarosaria De Luca
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy.
- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy.
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Besse B, Garcia Campelo M, Cobo Dols M, Quoix E, Madroszyk A, Felip E, Cappuzzo F, Denis F, Hilgers W, Romano G, Debieuvre D, Baldini E, Galetta D, Viteri S, Phan M, Schuette W, Zer A, Costantini D, Dziadziuszko R, Giaccone G. LBA47 Activity of OSE-2101 in HLA-A2+ non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients after failure to immune checkpoint inhibitors (IO): Final results of phase III Atalante-1 randomised trial. Ann Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2021.08.2126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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De Luca M, Bosso G, Valvano A, Guardasole V, Botta A, Carbone V, Carella G, Del Buono A, Di Giovanni G, Fimiani B, Guarnaccia F, Lapice E, Martedì E, Memoli G, Oliva D, Romano G, Cittadini A, Zito GB, Oliviero U. Management of patients with chronic heart failure and type 2 diabetes mellitus: the SCODIAC-II study. Intern Emerg Med 2021; 16:895-903. [PMID: 33068250 DOI: 10.1007/s11739-020-02528-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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SCODIAC was a pilot study which revealed an increasing use of SGLT2i in 123 outpatients affected with Heart Failure (HF) and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. SCODIAC-II study, the second phase of the program, has been carried out to determine diagnostic and therapeutic pathways in a larger group of patients and to verify whether the use of innovative antidiabetic therapies could modify echocardiographic parameters and cardiovascular therapies. 406 HF-diabetic patients, referred to Cardiologists and Diabetologists of pertaining healthcare districts in Campania, were enrolled in this retrospective study and divided in Group A, composed of 136 patients with preserved Ejection Fraction (HF-pEF)(> 45%) and Group B, formed of 270 patients with reduced EF (HF-rEF)(≤ 45%). All patients had performed periodic clinical and echocardiographic evaluations. The antidiabetic therapies resulted modified after 1 year with a greater use of GLP1-AR, gliptins and SGLT2i. Cardiovascular therapies resulted also modified with a greater use of sacubitril/valsartan and a reduction of ACEi and ARBs in HF-rEF patients. Echocardiography E velocity, A velocity and E/e' ratio resulted markedly reduced in 25 HF-pEF and in 60 HF-rEF patients treated with SGLT2i, in respect to both the whole sample of subjects at beginning and the other diabetic patients. LAVi resulted reduced only in HF-pEF patients and EF increased only in HF-rEF patients. The approach to the patients with HF and diabetes must necessarily take place in the healthcare districts, be multidisciplinary and integrated. SGLT2i could improve left ventricular function in HF-rEF patients and modify cardiovascular therapies, almost in this setting of patients.Trial registration The protocol was approved by the University of Naples Federico II Ethics Committee and registered at ClinicalTrial.gov (CT04375943). The principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki were followed.
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- Mariarosaria De Luca
- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- AMD (Associazione Medici Diabetologi), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University Federico II, Via Pansini, 5, 80131, Naples, Italy.
- ARCA (Associazioni Regionali Cardiologi Ambulatoriali), Campania, Italy.
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Ricciardi S, Davini F, Ali G, Zirafa C, Romano G, Chella A, Fontanini G, Melfi F. MA12.04 Should the Role of Surgery Be Re-Evaluated in Small Cell Lung Cancer? J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.256] [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: 10/21/2022]
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Garofalo M, Quintavalle C, Di Leva G, Zanca C, Romano G, Taccioli C, Liu CG, Croce CM, Condorelli G. Correction: MicroRNA signatures of TRAIL resistance in human non-small cell lung cancer. Oncogene 2021; 40:1204. [PMID: 33398039 DOI: 10.1038/s41388-020-01608-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- M Garofalo
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.,Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy.,Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.,Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.,Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.,Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Molecular Virology, Immunology and Medical Genetics, Human Cancer Genetics Program, Comprehensive Cancer Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Pathology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy. .,Istituto di Endocrinologia ed Oncologia Sperimentale, CNR, IEOS, Naples, Italy. .,Facoltàdi Scienze Biotecnologiche, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy.
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Di Pasquale AB, Cassani A, Masciovecchio S, Zasa G, Ranieri G, Romano G, Di Clemente L. Postoperative treatment with phytotheraphy Graminex G63 (CERNILEN-Flogo®) after greenlight laser XPS (180W) photovaporization of the prostate (PVP), can affect patient's quality of life? Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2020; 24:9116-9120. [PMID: 32965002 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202009_22858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Phytotherapic treatment as Cernilen-flogo® is commonly used to treat chronic pelvic pain, chronic prostatitis, and BPE (benign prostatic enlargement). In our study, for the first time, we aim to evaluate postoperatively Cernilen-flogo® therapy in patients with BPE/LUTS (lower urinary tract symptoms) previously treated with Greenlight laser XPS (180W) photovaporization of prostate (PVP) to improve surgical outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS We collected data from patients treated with PVP for BPE/LUTS international prostate symptom score (IPSS) >20 unresponding to conventional treatment. Two groups of patients were analyzed: Group A including 15 patients (50%) treated postoperatively with Cernilen-flogo® vs. no treatment Group B. One expert surgeon performed all the procedures. RESULTS 30 patients included with BPE/LUTs previously treated with PVP. There was no difference between patients' demographic, median age, prostate volume and PSA (prostate specific antigen) level. All patients had a postoperative evaluation after 30-45 days. Patients with postoperative complications (acute urinary retention, postoperative hematuria) were excluded from our study. All patients had a preoperative and postoperative evaluation of IPSS, bother score (BS) and pelvic discomfort (visual analogic scale VAS). Preoperatively there was no significative difference in IPSS, BS and VAS. IPSS Group A was postoperatively 7.13 (SD 1.64) and Group B was 7.33 (SD 1.58) (p=0.67); BS Group A was postoperatively 1.33 (SD 0.81), Group B was 1.73 (SD 1.09) (p=0.30), and VAS Group A was 2.73 (SD 1.9) and Group B was 4.33 (SD 1.58) (p=0.004) showing a statistically significative difference between the two groups in pelvic discomfort with a better outcome in patients treated with Cernilen-flogo®. CONCLUSIONS Our study showed that Cernilen-flogo® treatment after PVP is effective and minimize patient's pelvic discomfort showed by lower VAS level resulting in better postoperatively patient's quality of life (QOL).
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- A B Di Pasquale
- Department of Urology, "S. Salvatore" Hospital, Urology Unit, L'Aquila, Italy; ASL Abruzzo 1, L'Aquila, Italy.
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Romano G, Bouaoud J, Moya-Plana A, Benmoussa N, Honart JF, Leymarie N. Integra® dermal regeneration template for full thickness carcinologic scalp defects: Our 6 years' experience retrospective cohort and literature review. J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg 2020; 122:256-262. [PMID: 32629168 DOI: 10.1016/j.jormas.2020.06.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2020] [Revised: 06/24/2020] [Accepted: 06/25/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of the study is the use of Integra® dermal regeneration template (DRT) in scalp reconstruction after tumor resection by comparing results of literature and Gustave Roussy Institut' series of 20 patients. MATERIEL AND METHODS A systematic review, with a PubMed search was performed using the following key words "artificial dermis OR DRT" AND "scalp". Eligible articles were selected to study patients and defects characteristics, operative modalities, and the follow up results. This case series presents the experience of immediate DRT reconstruction after scalp full thickness carcinologic surgery, in the plastic surgery service of Gustave Roussy cancer center. RESULTS Twenty patients with primary scalp tumors underwent two steps DRT reconstruction for full thickness scalp defect. The mean surface defect was 72cm2. The mean operative combined time was 94min, with a total healing delay of 68 days. All patients successfully recovered. Five patients had minor complications (3 delayed healing and 2 DRT infections) with no need of additional surgery. Fourteen articles, totalizing n=210 patients, were included and reviewed. Reported ages ranged from 58 to 82 years old. Almost all patients were operated for oncologic resections. The mean surface defect was 73cm2. The mean follow-up was 15 months. The skin graft taking rates ranged from 95% up to 100%. CONCLUSION In large scalp full thickness defects after cancer resection, DRT appears to be a suitable reconstruction option for patients with comorbidities, and aggressive tumors. This technique allows immediate coverage of the calvarium with short operative time and prevents from healing delay. The oncologic follow-up is no disturbed and cancer recurrences are easily diagnosed.
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- G Romano
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France.
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France; Department of Maxillo-facial Surgery and Stomatology, Pitié-Salpétrière Hospital, Pierre et Marie Curie University Paris 6, Sorbonne Paris Cite University, AP-HP, 75013 Paris, France; Head and Neck Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Head and Neck Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Head and Neck Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France; Head and Neck Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, 114, Rue Edouard Vaillant, 94805 Villejuif, France
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Bonventre G, Di Buono G, Buscemi S, Romano G, Agrusa A. Laparoscopic management of cholecystocolonic fistula: A case report and a brief literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2020; 68:218-220. [PMID: 32193139 PMCID: PMC7078439 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.02.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2019] [Revised: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 02/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Cholecystoenteric fistula is a rare and late complication of cholelithiasis. We report a case of cholecysto-colonic fistula with hepatic flexure management by laparoscopic approach, a 64 years old male patients with fever of an unknown origins for two months and abdominal pain. We performed laparoscopic cholecystectomy and repaired colonic wall with intra-corporeal sutures. The laparoscopic management of cholecystoeneteric fistula is a feasible and safe procedure but the operative strategy should be individualized.
Introduction Cholecystoenteric fistula is a rare and late complication of cholelithiasis. The clinical presentation is mostly chronic and is not distinguishable from the dyspeptic symptoms of non-complicated cholelithiasis. For this reason, the preoperative diagnosis is difficult and uncertain, and it is often made up primarily intraoperatively and incidentally during cholecystectomy. In this article, we report a case of cholecystocolonic fistula management by laparoscopic approach. Presentation of case We studied a 64 years old male patient with fever of an unknown origin for two months and abdominal pain. He underwent a contrast enhanced CT abdominal scan that showed a sclerotic gallbladder with a disorganized fluid collection. The colonoscopy identified a cholecystocolonic fistula with hepatic flexure. A laparoscopic cholecystectomy was performed to repair the colonic wall with intra-corporeal sutures. Discussion Thanks to the advancements in CT scan’s resolution and the application of endoscopic technology such as ERCP or colonscopy, preoperative diagnosis of cholecystoenteric fistula has been greatly improved. In addition, cholecystoenteric fistula has been successfully managed laparoscopically with laparoscopic cholecystectomy and closure of the fistula tract. Conclusion The laparoscopic management of cholecystoeneteric fistula is a feasible and safe procedure but the operative strategy should be individualized on diagnosis, patient characteristics, availability of resources and experience of surgical team.
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- G Bonventre
- Department of Surgical, Oncologic and Stomatological Disciplines (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical, Oncologic and Stomatological Disciplines (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical, Oncologic and Stomatological Disciplines (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical, Oncologic and Stomatological Disciplines (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical, Oncologic and Stomatological Disciplines (Di.Chir.On.S.), University of Palermo, Italy.
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Gnerucci A, Faraoni P, Calusi S, Fusi F, Romano G. Influence of stomach mucosa tissue on the efficacy of intragastric antibacterial PDT. Photochem Photobiol Sci 2020; 19:34-39. [PMID: 31799583 DOI: 10.1039/c9pp00315k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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In the field of photodynamic therapy (PDT), optimization of the in vivo therapeutic efficacy needs a comprehensive study of the photo-killing action spectrum that depends on both the photosensitizer (PS) absorption and the tissue optical properties. This is especially true in the case of gastric infections by Helicobacter pylori: PS absorption has been largely investigated in vitro, while the contribution of tissue optical properties and illumination geometry has been poorly studied, despite being parameters that reflect the specific in vivo conditions. To investigate their influence, we focussed on the case of a point-like light source positioned in the antrum. This models a therapeutic device developed by our team which consists of a LED-based ingestible pill. By a simple 3D illumination model, our approach mediates light-tissue interaction over the illuminated stomach wall surface, then calculates its average transmittance T by means of a 1D model representative of the mean gastric mucosa structure. Finally, by merging T(λ) with the photosensitizers' absorption we obtained the in vivo action spectrum. This shows two peaks at about 500 and 630 nm, indicating a noticeable influence of the tissue with respect to in vitro studies, where the action spectrum reflects PS absorption only. Our approach defines one average action spectrum for this specific therapeutic context, which reflects the need to choose one emission spectrum for the light source used. The proposed methodology could be applied to any other illumination geometry of cave organs, provided appropriate model modifications for the light source and tissue characteristics are made.
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- A Gnerucci
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, viale Pieraccini 6, Florence, I-50139, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, viale Pieraccini 6, Florence, I-50139, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, viale Pieraccini 6, Florence, I-50139, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, viale Pieraccini 6, Florence, I-50139, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, viale Pieraccini 6, Florence, I-50139, Italy
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Romano G, Marino I. Organoids and organs-on-chips: systems for disease modeling, drug screening and identification of environmental risk factors for human illnesses. DRUG FUTURE 2020. [DOI: 10.1358/dof.2020.45.8.3138383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Arnone R, Romano G, Skinner J, Watt S, Poenicke C, Hoestergard D, Chiaramonte G. Improving the operational skills of the health personnel working in the emergency departments. Eur J Public Health 2019. [DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckz186.534] [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: 11/13/2022] Open
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In December 2013 the European Commission approved the project promoted by CEFPAS, The Centre for Training and Research in Public Health within the programme PROGRESS, “Improving the operational skills of health personnel working in the emergency departments. A useful tool to give concrete answers to EU policies on patients’ safety and to create new working opportunities”.
This project aimed to combine the need to find innovative solutions in the field of healthcare with the objective of increasing the safety of patients in emergency departments, while also covering the need to promote worker mobility within the European Union. The key tool for implementing this goal is the exchange of experience and best practices.
The project partners included: the Edinburgh University of Medicine, the Napier University (again in Edinburgh), the Dresden University of Technology, the Herlev Hospital (in Copenhagen) through the DIMS or the Danish Institute for Medical Simulation at the University of Copenhagen, as well as ISMETT and CREAM (the Research Centre of the University of Medicine) in Palermo.
Every partner, during the planning, has provided the know how developed in the area of emergency. Specifically it has been analyzed the possibility to compare and visit the simulation Centres of Edinburgh, Dresden and Palermo, and to study the use, in each country, of innovative methodology during the training of the health personnel.
The partner, during the planning of the project, studied also how to help people to find easier jobs opportunities in the health sector (so they thought to create a specific data base of the emergency departments operating in Italy, Scotland and Germany where to find a job or a chance for an internship).
The project has lasted for one year and has provided research activities and the exchange of experience and best practices.
Key messages
There is a huge difference regarding the way in which the emergency system is organized within single countries around Europe. Comparing high-level organisations we have benefited in terms of ideas, projects and potential objectives to be set in order to improve our work and to improve results for patients.
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- Edinburgh University of Medicine, Edinburgh, UK
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- Napier University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Dresden University of technology, Dresden, Germany
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Capelletto E, Morabito A, Grossi F, Costanzo FD, Osman G, Chiari R, Bordi P, Scotti V, Romano G, Delmonte A, Galetta D, Ciuffreda L, Manzo A, Genova C, Mazzoni F, Morelli A, Critelli R, Stura I, Migliaretti G, Novello S. Post progression survival for patients treated with docetaxel/nintedanib in the SENECA trial. Ann Oncol 2019. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdz260.090] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
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Lasalvia P, Gil Rojas Y, Hernandez F, Romano G, Rosselli D. PCN17 COSTO-EFECTIVIDAD DE AFATINIB COMO PRIMERA LÍNEA EN EL TRATAMIENTO DEL CÁNCER DE PULMÓN DE CÉLULAS NO PEQUEÑAS AVANZADO CON MUTACIÓN POSITIVA DEL RECEPTOR DEL FACTOR DE CRECIMIENTO EPIDÉRMICO EN COLOMBIA. Value Health Reg Issues 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vhri.2019.08.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Felip E, Besse B, Dziadziuszko R, Cobo Dols M, Denis F, García-Campelo MR, Debieuvre D, Catino A, Moran Bueno M, Madroszyk Flandin AC, Masson P, Chouaid C, Lianes P, Cappuzzo F, Delmonte A, Robinet G, Romano G, Gabarre V, Remon Masip J, Giaccone G. ATALANTE-1 randomized phase III trial, OSE-2101 versus standard treatment as second or third-line in HLA-A2 positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients. Ann Oncol 2019. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdz260.114] [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: 11/13/2022] Open
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Capelletto E, Osman G, Morabito A, Chiari R, Grossi F, Tiseo M, Di Costanzo F, Delmonte A, Romano G, Misino A, Scotti V, Gregorc V, Pisconti S, Bonomi M, Del Conte A, Ciuffreda L, Colantonio I, Bria E, Ricciardi S, Manzo A, Metro G, Morelli A, Critelli R, Stura I, Migliaretti G, Novello S. P2.04-84 NSCLC Survival Expectancy for Patients Treated with Docetaxel/Nintedanib in the SENECA Trial and Previous Immunotherapy. J Thorac Oncol 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2019.08.1589] [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: 11/29/2022]
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Lasalvia P, Prieto-Pinto L, Moreno M, Castrillon J, Romano G, Garzón-Orjuela N, Rosselli D. PRO10 EXPERIENCIA INTERNACIONAL EN EL USO DE ANÁLISIS DE DECISIÓN MULTICRITERIO (MCDA) PARA EVALUAR MEDICAMENTOS HUÉRFANOS: SCOPING REVIEW. Value Health Reg Issues 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vhri.2019.08.417] [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: 10/25/2022]
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Zanghì G, Rinzivillo N, Lodato M, Dionigi G, Romano G, Leanza V. Observational study: the use of the Ventralight Echo PS (positioning system) prosthesis in the treatment of incisional hernia. G Chir 2019; 40:450-454. [PMID: 32003729] [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: 06/10/2023]
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The treatment of incisional hernias, especially those that are multiple or recurring, has always represented important challenges for surgeons. An incisional hernia is a mechanical damage of the abdominal wall that can result in respiratory problems and alterations of splanchnic circulation, especially when in large size hernias. The increasing availability of prostheses with greater resistance Romato infections and tension, lightness, biocompatibility, and reduced visceral adhesions has improved outcomes and minimized relapses. It is still important, however, to carefully choose the type of prosthesis and surgical technique, whether laparotomic or laparoscopic, correlated to the positioning site of the prosthesis. In this observational study we report the results and outcomes of 50 patients surgically treated for incisional hernia in our hospital. The surgical technique used to repair the hernias was laparoscopic with the use of the Ventralight Echo PS. This prosthesis is equipped with a comfortable and innovative pneumatic system that facilitates its positioning during surgery. In our experience, it has brought undeniable advantages for the treatment of incisional hernias and for all patients with parietal defects who could benefit from laparoscopic treatment.
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Lasalvia P, Prieto-Pinto L, Moreno M, Castrillón J, Romano G, Garzón-Orjuela N, Rosselli D. International experiences in multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) for evaluating orphan drugs: a scoping review. Expert Rev Pharmacoecon Outcomes Res 2019; 19:409-420. [PMID: 31210065 DOI: 10.1080/14737167.2019.1633918] [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] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Introduction: Orphan diseases are low-prevalence conditions with chronically debilitating or life-threatening consequences. Their treatments are generally called orphan drugs (OD). Health-technology assessment processes have traditionally considered cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA), when making reimbursement and pricing decisions for health-care plans. Valuing OD with standard CEA raises important issues due to uncertain evidence, inability to meet cost-effectiveness thresholds for reimbursement and high budget impact, among others. Multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) allows to overcome these issues and improve the technical and ethical quality of decisions regarding prioritization, coverage, and reimbursement of OD. Areas covered: A scoping review was conducted in order to characterize MCDA frameworks for assessing OD and implementation experiences. We reviewed electronic databases (Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, EBSCO, CINAHL, EconLit, Web of Science, LILACS, Google Scholar) key journals (Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases and Value in Health) and organization repositories. Expert opinion: The theoretical framework for MCDA considers areas related to characteristics of orphan diseases and their technologies' clinical and economic impact. Participation processes are critical in incorporating societal values in weighting different dimensions and constructing decision rules. Local implementation pilots considering different stakeholders are necessary in order to pinpoint specific barriers and opportunities.
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- P Lasalvia
- a NeuroEconomix , Pontificia Universidad Javeriana , Bogota , Colombia
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- b NeuroEconomix , MSc Clinical Epidemiology , Bogota , Colombia
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- c Health Economics and Outcome Research , Novartis de Colombia S.A , Bogotá , Colombia
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- d Health Economics and Outcome Research , Novartis de Colombia S.A , Bogota , Colombia
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- e Health Economics department , NeuroEconomix , Bogota , Colombia
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- f Health Economics department , NeuroEconomix , Bogotá , Colombia
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- e Health Economics department , NeuroEconomix , Bogota , Colombia
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Immunoglobulin-mediated suppression of immune checkpoint pathways may lead to a considerable activation of host immune responses against malignancies. Substantial therapeutic benefits were reported among patients who participated in cancer immunotherapy clinical trials which utilized monoclonal antibodies against cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 (CTLA-4), programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) and programmed cell death 1 ligand 1 (PD-L1). In a subsequent stage, immune checkpoint inhibitors were used in various clinical trials in combination with other therapeutic agents, such as immunomodulatory factors, chemotherapeutics, oncolytic viruses and radiation therapy. Interestingly, local antitumor interventions based either on radiation therapy or oncolytic viruses resulted in systemic immune responses in a number of oncological patients. The elimination of untreated cancer tissues that may follow a localized therapeutic intervention was termed abscopal effect, which represents a major achievement in the field of cancer therapy.
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- G Romano
- College of Science and Technology, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Amato G, Romano G, Agrusa A, Canu GL, Gulotta E, Erdas E, Calò PG. Tentacle-shaped mesh for fixation-free repair of umbilical hernias. Hernia 2019; 23:801-807. [PMID: 30980199 PMCID: PMC6661022 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-019-01950-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2018] [Accepted: 04/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Purpose Mesh fixation and broad overlap represent an open issue in umbilical hernia repair. A proprietary-designed implant with tentacle straps at its boundary has been developed to ensure a suture-free repair and a broader coverage of the abdominal wall. The study describes the results of umbilical hernia procedures carried out with the tentacle-shaped implant and the related surgical technique. Methods A proprietary tentacle-shaped flat mesh having a central body with integrated radiating arms at its edge was used to repair large umbilical hernias in 62 patients. The implant was placed in preperitoneal sublay. The friction of the straps, crossing the abdominal wall thanks to a special needle passer, was intended to assure adequate grip to hold the implant in place assuring a fixation-free procedure and broad overlap of the hernia defect. Results In a mean follow-up of 48 months (range 10–62 months), 4 seromas and 2 ischemia of the navel skin occurred. No infections, hematomas, chronic pain, mesh dislocation, or recurrence has been reported. Conclusions The tentacle strap system of the prosthesis effectively ensured an easier implant placement avoiding the need for suturing the mesh. The arms of the implant ensured a proper orientation and stabilization of the mesh in association with a broad defect overlap. The specifically developed surgical procedure showed a quick postoperative recovery, a very low complication rate, and no recurrences even in the long term.
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- G Amato
- Postgraduate School of General Surgery, University of Cagliari, Cittadella Universitaria di Monserrato, 09042, Monserrato - Cagliari, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
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Cajozzo M, Palumbo VD, Mannino V, Geraci G, Lo Monte AI, Caronia FP, Fatica F, Romano G, Puzhlyakov V, D'Anna R, Cocchiara G. Ultrasound-guided port-a-cath positioning with the new one-shoot technique: thoracic complications. Clin Ter 2019; 169:e277-e280. [PMID: 30554248 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2018.2093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Port-a-cath catheterization is often required for those patients who need long-term therapies (malnutrition, neoplasm, renal failure, other severe diseases). The use of ports for a wide range of indications is not exempt from complications. Ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization (CVC) is a safe and fast technique for the introduction of the catheter inside a central vein. This retrospective study reports our experience with US-guided CVC in patient eligible for port-a-cath implantation. MATERIALS AND METHODS From January 2007 to March 2017, 108 CVC (out of 770 procedures), were positioned using an ultrasound guide, with the new "one-shoot technique" (group 1) and the classic Seldinger technique (group 2). RESULTS One-shoot techniques showed a reduced operative time, in comparison to Seldinger technique, with a negligible minor complication rate. No major complication were evidenced. CONCLUSIONS CVC is a safe procedure, although not free from complications. Ultrasonography enhances safety of the procedure by decreasing puncture attempts and complications; it is helpful in patients with vascular anatomical variations, with no visualized or palpable landmarks or for patients with coagulation disorders.
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- M Cajozzo
- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo - Euro-Mediterranean Institute of Science and Technology (IEMEST), Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Mediterranean Oncological Institute (IOM), Viagrande, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- Department of Surgical, Oncological and Stomatological Disciplines, University of Palermo, Palermo
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- G. Romano
- Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, Italy
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- Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, Italy
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Amato G, Romano G, Goetze T, Cicero L, Gulotta E, Calò P, Agrusa A. Fixation free inguinal hernia repair with the 3D dynamic responsive prosthesis ProFlor: Features, procedural steps and long-term results. International Journal of Surgery Open 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijso.2019.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Monici M, Gnerucci A, Falconi T, Bani D, Cialdai F, Fusi F, Romano G. Laser therapy penetration depth: a near-infrared study on a horse tendon model. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J 2019. [DOI: 10.32098/mltj.02.2018.11] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- M. Monici
- ASAcampus Joint Laboratory, ASA Res. DIv. and Dept. of Clinical Experimental Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- ASAcampus Joint Laboratory, ASA Res. DIv. and Dept. of Clinical Experimental Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- MDV, Equine practitioner, S. Felice del Benaco, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences "Mario Serio", University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Baldini E, Lunghi A, Cortesi E, Turci D, Garassino M, Stati V, Ardizzoni A, Ricciuti B, Frassoldati A, Romano G, Illiano A, Verderame F, Fasola G, Marchetti P, Pinto C, Carteni G, Scotti V, Tibaldi C, Fioretto L, Giannarelli D. Immune-related adverse events correlate with clinical outcomes in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients treated with nivolumab in the Italian expanded access programme. Ann Oncol 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdy486.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Careddu L, Angeli E, Petridis F, Romano G, Tonelli F, Assenza GE, Donti A, Gargiulo G. RF24 HETEROTAXY SYNDROME WITH SIGNLE VENTRICLE PHYSIOLOGY. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2018. [DOI: 10.2459/01.jcm.0000550055.73556.ef] [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: 11/05/2022]
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Petridis F, Angeli E, Careddu L, Romano G, Tonelli F, Balducci A, Donti A, Gargiulo G. RF12 CLINICAL OUTCOME AND HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AFTER CRYOPRESERVED HOMOGRAFT IMPLANTATION FOR RIGHT VENTRICULAR OUTFLOW RECONSTRUCTION. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2018. [DOI: 10.2459/01.jcm.0000550047.73625.9a] [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: 11/05/2022]
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Careddu L, Angeli E, Romano G, Petridis F, Ciuca C, Mastromarino V, Donti A, Gargiulo G. VD15 ROSS OPERATION IN AN INFANT. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2018. [DOI: 10.2459/01.jcm.0000549984.36400.a9] [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: 11/05/2022]
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Raffa G, Morsolini M, Turrisi M, Romano G, Falleta C, Clemenza F, Pilato M. OC33 HYPERTROPHIC OBSTRUCTIVE CARDIOMYOPATHY SURGERY AND MITRAL SUBVALVULAR REMODELING. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2018. [DOI: 10.2459/01.jcm.0000549856.21633.c3] [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: 11/05/2022]
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Angeli E, Careddu L, Petridis F, Tonelli F, Romano G, Balducci A, Assenza GE, Donti A, Gargiulo G. RF79 SURGERY OF GROWN UP CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2018. [DOI: 10.2459/01.jcm.0000550020.65108.38] [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: 11/05/2022]
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Morelli A, Migliorino M, Morabito A, Chiari R, Grossi F, Bordi P, Di Costanzo F, Delmonte A, Romano G, Misino A, Scotti V, Gregorc V, Pisconti S, Ceresoli G, Del Conte A, Colantonio I, Ciuffreda L, Capelletto E, Stura I, Novello S. Safety of nintedanib plus docetaxel in advanced non-squamous NSCLC (nsNSCLC) patients: The preliminary results of the SENECA (second-line nintedanib in non-small cell lung cancer) trial. Ann Oncol 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdy292.026] [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: 11/13/2022] Open
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Amato G, Romano G, Agrusa A, Rodolico V, Gordini L, Calò PG. Lipoma of the fossa femoralis mimicking a femoral hernia. Report of 2 cases. Int J Surg Case Rep 2018; 49:223-227. [PMID: 30032015 PMCID: PMC6076352 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2018.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2018] [Revised: 07/08/2018] [Accepted: 07/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Lipoma of the femoral fossa is uncommon. Often asymptomatic, femoral lipoma may growth within the circumscribed space of the femoral fossa causing pain and discomfort. A worsening pain caused by a lipomatous mass in the femoral area is a clinical feature that can mislead the diagnosis, resembling the more common condition of femoral hernia. METHODS Two cases of symptomatic lipomas of the femoral fossa mimicking an incarcerated femoral hernia are presented. In both, Caucasian female, patients clinical examination and ultrasound of the femoral region revealed a painful neoplasm suspected for incarcerated femoral hernia. RESULTS Intraoperatively, a mass of encapsulated fat arising from the bottom of the fossa femoralis was found. No visceral protrusion through the femoral ring could be documented. The neoplasms were removed in toto. Histology of the excised specimens evidenced the diagnosis of femoral lipomas suffering by chronic compressive damages. In a midterm postoperative follow up, both patients were symptom- free. DISCUSION A correct preoperative diagnosis of femoral lipoma is challenging, even following an accurate diagnostic pathway. The cases highlighted herewith seem to confirm that lipoma of the femoral fossa can be mistaken with a femoral hernia. CONCLUSIONS The clinical and histological features evidenced could result helpful in the differentiation of a lipomatous mass of the femoral fossa from a genuine femoral hernia.
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- G Amato
- Postgraduate School of General Surgery, University of Cagliari, Monserrato, Cagliari, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency, University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency, University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Pathologic Anatomy and Histology, University of Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Monserrato, Cagliari, Italy.
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Cagliari, Monserrato, Cagliari, Italy.
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Bertelé V, Mussoni L, Pintucci G, del Rosso G, Romano G, de Gaetano G, Libretti A. The Inhibitory Effect of Aspirin on Fibrinolysis Is Reversed by Iloprost, a Prostacyclin Analogue. Thromb Haemost 2018. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1646577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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SummaryThe reduced fibrinolytic response after aspirin intake may be due to prevention of prostacyclin production. The effect of iloprost (a stable prostacyclin analogue) was tested on the fibrinolytic activity (euglobulin lysis area on fibrin plate [E.L.A.], t-PA antigen, PAI activity and PAI-1 antigen) of plasma drawn after venous stasis test from six healthy male volunteers, who each received all the following treatments according to a single-blind randomized cross-over design: placebo, iloprost, aspirin + placebo, aspirin + iloprost. The mean E. L. A. value after venous occlusion was significantly higher than the basal level after every treatment, but aspirin. Within each treatment group the t-PA antigen levels in response to venous stasis were significantly higher than the basal ones. PAI-1 antigen levels did not change significantly before and after venous stasis either within or among the treatment groups. These data are consistent with the hypothesis that the mechanism related to aspirin’s effect on fibrinolysis is mediated by suppression of vessel wall prostacyclin production. Aspirin’s inhibitory effect on fibrinolysis was in fact prevented by replacing endogenous prostacyclin with iloprost. Iloprost enhances fibrinolytic activity reduced by aspirin, but not by promoting t-PA release or by inhibiting release of the specific inhibitor, PAI-1.
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- V Bertelé
- The Clinica Medica Generale of Milan University, “L. Sacco” Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche “Mario Negri”, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche “Mario Negri”, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche “Mario Negri”, Milan, Italy
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- Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche “Mario Negri”, Milan, Italy
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- The Consorzio Mario Negri Sud, S. Maria Imbaro, Italy
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- The Clinica Medica Generale of Milan University, “L. Sacco” Hospital, Milan, Italy
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Amato G, Romano G, Agrusa A, Gordini L, Gulotta E, Erdas E, Calò PG. Fixation free femoral hernia repair with a 3D dynamic responsive implant. A case series report. Int J Surg 2018; 54:70-75. [PMID: 29698788 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.04.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2018] [Revised: 04/05/2018] [Accepted: 04/13/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND To date, no gold standard for the surgical treatment of femoral hernia exists. Pure tissue repair as well as mesh/plug implantation, open or laparoscopic, are the most performed methods. Nevertheless, all these techniques need sutures or mesh fixation. This implies the risk of damaging sensitive structures of the femoral area, along with complications related to tissue tear and postoperative discomfort consequent to poor quality mesh incorporation. The present retrospective multicenter case series highlights the results of femoral hernia repair procedures performed with a 3D dynamic responsive implant in a cohort of 32 patients during a mean follow up of 27 months. MATERIALS AND METHODS Aiming to simplify the surgical procedure and reduce complications, a 3D dynamic responsive implant was delivered for femoral hernia repair, in a patient cohort. After returning the hernia sack to the abdominal cavity, the implant was simply delivered into the hernia defect where it remained, thanks to its inherent centrifugal expansion, obliterating the hernia opening without need of fixation. Postoperative pain assessment was determined using the VAS score system. RESULTS The use of the 3D prosthetic device allowed for easier and faster surgical repair in a fixation free fashion. None of the typical fixation related complications occurred in the examined patients. Postoperative pain assessment with VAS score showed a very low level of pain, allowing the return of patients to normal activities in extremely reduced times. In the late postoperative period, no discomfort or chronic pain was reported. CONCLUSIONS Femoral hernia repair with the 3D dynamic revealed a quick and safe placement procedure. The reduced pain intensity, as well as the absence of adverse events consequent to sutures or mesh fixation, seems to be a significant benefit of the motile compliance of the device. Furthermore, this 3D prosthesis has already proven to induce an enhanced probiotic response showing ingrowth in the implant of the typical tissue components of the abdominal wall, instead of the low quality tissue ingrowth typical in conventional meshes and plugs. The highlighted features seem to represent a more physiologic and updated repair concept of femoral protrusions.
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- G Amato
- Postgraduate School of General Surgery University of Cagliari, Italy.
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency University of Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency University of Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery University of Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Urgency University of Palermo, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery University of Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery University of Cagliari, Italy
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Iacovoni A, Bellavia D, Coronnello C, Simon M, Link C, Falletta C, Romano G, Sciacca S, Di Gesaro G, Maalouf J, Pilato M, Gorcsan III J, Terzi A, Clemenza F. Predicting Acute and Chronic Right Ventricular Failure in Patients Undergoing Left Ventricular Assist Device Implant: The Importance of Right Atrial Strain and Regional Deformation of the Right Ventricular Free Wall. J Heart Lung Transplant 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2018.01.982] [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: 11/27/2022] Open
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Masciovecchio S, Di Pasquale AB, Ranieri G, Romano G, Di Clemente L. Role of silodosin in patients with LUTS/BPE non responding to medical treatment with tamsulosin: a prospective, open-label, pilot study. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2017; 21:4941-4945. [PMID: 29164564] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are frequently experienced in association with benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). Current guidelines state that alpha-blockers should be considered the first-line therapy of LUTS associated with BPE in most patients. However, in clinical practice treatment efficacy differs among individuals and, therefore, intra-class switch from one alpha-blocker to another, is frequently applied. In particular, switching to silodosin in clinical practice appears an intriguing therapeutic strategy due to the peculiar pharmacological properties of this molecule. This study evaluates the efficacy of silodosin in patients with LUTS associated with BPE who were not-responders to tamsulosin. PATIENTS AND METHODS This was a prospective, open-label, single-center study. Patients treated with tamsulosin 0.4 mg once daily for BPE/LUTS for at least 12 months and not responding to therapy were switched to silodosin 8 mg once daily. The co-primary endpoints for evaluation of efficacy were the change in IPSS and quality of life (QoL) from the beginning of silodosin therapy to week 8. RESULTS In total, 96 patients were enrolled. Mean International Prostatic Symptoms Score (IPSS) score at baseline was 20.0 ± 4.4, and it significantly decreased to 18.6 ± 4.5 at week 8 (mean change: -1.3 ± 1.4; 95% CI -1.6 - -1.0; p < 0.03). A decrease was also observed for the two IPSS subscores; in particular, the IPSS subscore for storage symptoms was significantly reduced at week 8, compared with baseline. A significant improvement in QoL was observed after switching to silodosin, as compared with baseline (-0.8 ± 1.0; 95% CI -1.0 - -0.6; p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Silodosin improves IPSS symptoms score and QoL in patients with LUTS associated with BPE who were not-responders to tamsulosin therapy.
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- S Masciovecchio
- Department of Surgery, Urology Division, "San Salvatore" General Hospital, L'Aquila, Italy.
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Pilotto S, Bria E, Galetta D, Grossi F, Fasola G, Romano G, Bonanno L, Bearz A, Papi M, Caprioli A, Catino A, Follador A, Rijavec E, Misino A, Surico G, Favaretto A, Giannone L, Tortora G, Giannarelli D, Santo A. MA 01.07 Lanreotide Maintenance in SCLC Expressing Somatostatine Receptors: Efficacy Results of Multicenter Randomized G04.2011 trial. J Thorac Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2017.09.447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Brillatz T, Lauritano C, Jacmin M, Khamma S, Marcourt L, Righi D, Romano G, Esposito F, Ianora A, Crawford AD, Queiroz EF, Wolfender JL. Anticonvulsant Principle Isolation of the Marine Diatom Skeletonema marinoi. Am J Transl Res 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1608118] [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: 10/18/2022]
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- T Brillatz
- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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- Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121, Napoli, Italy
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- Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine, University of Luxembourg, 6, avenue du Swing, 4367 Belvaux, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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- Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121, Napoli, Italy
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- Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121, Napoli, Italy
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- Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121, Napoli, Italy
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- Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine, University of Luxembourg, 6, avenue du Swing, 4367 Belvaux, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, rue Michel Servet 1, CH-1211, Geneva 4, Switzerland
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Cocchiara G, Cajozzo M, Fazzotta S, Palumbo VD, Geraci G, Maione C, Buscemi S, Romano G, Fatica F, Spinelli G, Ficarella S, Maffongelli A, Caternicchia F, Lo Monte AI. [Risk factors' analysis of transient and permanent hypoparathyroidism after thyroidectomy]. Clin Ter 2017; 168:e271-e277. [PMID: 28703844 DOI: 10.7417/t.2017.2019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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AIMS This review evaluates those main risk factors that can affect patients undergoing thyroidectomy, to reach a better pre- and post-operative management of transient and permanent hypoparathyroidism. DISCUSSION The transient hypoparathyroidism is a potentially severe complication of thyroidectomy, including a wide range of signs and symptoms that persists for a few weeks. The definitive hypoparathyroidism occurs when a medical treatment is necessary over 12 months. Risk factors that may influence the onset of this condition after thyroidectomy include: pre- and post-operative biochemical factors, such as serum calcium levels, vitamin D blood concentrations and intact PTH. Other involved factors could be summarized as follow: female sex, Graves' or thyroid neoplastic diseases, surgeon's dexterity and surgical technique. The medical treatment includes the administration of calcium, vitamin D and magnesium sometimes. CONCLUSIONS Although biological and biochemical factors could be related to iatrogenic hypoparathyroidism, the surgeon's experience and the used surgical technique still maintain a crucial role in the aetiology of this important complication.
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- G Cocchiara
- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo
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- Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico "Paolo Giaccone", Palermo - Dipartimento di Discipline Chirurgiche, Oncologiche e Stomatologiche, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italia
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Romano G, Costantini M, Sansone C, Lauritano C, Ruocco N, Ianora A. Marine microorganisms as a promising and sustainable source of bioactive molecules. Mar Environ Res 2017; 128:58-69. [PMID: 27160988 DOI: 10.1016/j.marenvres.2016.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 99] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2016] [Revised: 04/29/2016] [Accepted: 05/01/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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There is an urgent need to discover new drug entities due to the increased incidence of severe diseases as cancer and neurodegenerative pathologies, and reducing efficacy of existing antibiotics. Recently, there is a renewed interest in exploring the marine habitat for new pharmaceuticals also thanks to the advancement in cultivation technologies and in molecular biology techniques. Microorganisms represent a still poorly explored resource for drug discovery. The possibility of obtaining a continuous source of bioactives from marine microorganisms, more amenable to culturing compared to macro-organisms, may be able to meet the challenging demands of pharmaceutical industries. This would enable a more environmentally-friendly approach to drug discovery and overcome the over-utilization of marine resources and the use of destructive collection practices. The importance of the topic is underlined by the number of EU projects funded aimed at improving the exploitation of marine organisms for drug discovery.
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- G Romano
- Department of Integrative Marine Ecology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy.
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- Department of Biology and Evolution of Marine Organisms, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Integrative Marine Ecology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Integrative Marine Ecology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy
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- Department of Biology and Evolution of Marine Organisms, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy; Department of Biology, University of Naples Federico II, Complesso Universitario di Monte Sant'Angelo, Via Cinthia, 80126 Napoli, Italy; Bio-Organic Chemistry Unit, Institute of Biomolecular Chemistry-CNR, Via Campi Flegrei 34, Pozzuoli, Naples 80078, Italy
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- Department of Integrative Marine Ecology, Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Villa Comunale, 80121 Napoli, Italy
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Genuardi E, Beccuti M, Romano G, Monitillo L, Barbero D, Calogero R, Boccadoro M, Ladetto M, Cordero F, Ferrero S. Minimal residual disease by next-generation sequencing in mantle cell lymphoma: The bioinformatics tool HashClone. Hematol Oncol 2017. [DOI: 10.1002/hon.2439_32] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- E. Genuardi
- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Computer Science; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Computer Science; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Division of Hematology; Azienda Ospedaliera SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo; Alessandria Italy
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- Department of Computer Science; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Health Sciences; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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