Pub Date : 2025-01-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101252
Jente M. Schoenaker , Vivianne S. Nelson , Jannie G.E. Henderickx , Elisabeth M. Terveer , A.J. Gerard Jansen , Leendert Porcelijn , Tanja Netelenbos , Martin R. Schipperus , Rick Kapur
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune bleeding disorder characterized by enhanced platelet destruction and impaired platelet production, due to a loss of immune tolerance that leads to targeting of platelets and megakaryocytes by glycoprotein-autoantibodies and/or cytotoxic T cells. There is a high degree of heterogeneity in ITP patients signified by unpredictable disease trajectories and treatment responses. Initial studies in humans have identified intestinal microbiota perturbance in ITP. Recently, gut microbial perturbance has been linked to other autoimmune diseases. Based on these findings, we hypothesize that intestinal microbiota may influence ITP pathophysiology through several mechanisms, including induction of platelet-autoantibody production, increasing complement-dependent platelet cytotoxicity, disturbing T cell homeostasis, impairing megakaryocyte function, and increasing platelet-desialylation and -clearance. The pathophysiological heterogeneity of ITP may, at least in part, be attributed to a perturbed intestinal microbiota. Therefore, a better understanding of intestinal microbiota in ITP may result in a more personalized therapeutic approach.
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Pub Date : 2025-01-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101253
Danielle Guy , Robert Bagnall , Rebecca L. Morgan , Ifeoluwa Babatunde , Agathe Nevière , Gabriela Friedrich , Liga Bennetts , Omar Irfan , Isaac Odame
Background
Children with sickle cell disease (SCD) have increased stroke risk, identifiable by elevated velocities on transcranial Doppler (TCD). This review assessed the impact of TCD screening on stroke, mortality, quality of life and morbidity in children with SCD.
Methods
A systematic search of MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane libraries, and trial registries was conducted from inception to 28th February 2023. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and non-randomised studies (NRS) were included. A meta-analysis and narrative synthesis were performed.
Findings
Nine studies were included in the review. In one RCT, initiating chronic blood transfusion in children with abnormal TCD velocities reduced stroke risk by 92 %, while no deaths were reported. Pooled results from three NRS indicated TCD screening leads to four fewer strokes per 1000 patients annually. No studies analysing morbidity nor quality of life were identified.
Interpretation
TCD screening may decrease the risk of stroke in patients with SCD.
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Pub Date : 2025-01-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101250
Hiroki Goto , Yoshioki Shiraishi , Seiji Okada
Radioimmunotherapy (RIT) involves combining a cytotoxic radionuclide with an antibody (Ab) targeting a tumor antigen. Compared with conventional therapies, RIT improves the therapeutic efficacy of Ab and ameliorates toxicity. This comprehensive review describes the current advancements and future prospects in RIT for treating hematologic malignancies based on recent investigations. Although β-particle RITs targeting CD20 are effective with low toxicity in patients with relapsed/refractory indolent or transformed non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, these treatments have not gained popularity because of the increasing availability of new therapies. RIT using single-domain antibodies is expected to improve tumor penetrance and reduce radiation exposure to non-target organs. To enhance RIT efficacy, α-particle RIT and pretargeted radioimmunotherapy (PRIT) are currently being developed. Alpha-particle RIT demonstrates substantial antitumor activity and reduced bystander effects due to its high linear energy transfer and short particle range. PRIT may increase the tumor-to-whole body dose ratio.
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Pub Date : 2025-01-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101243
Robert Bagnall , Danielle Guy , Rebecca L. Morgan , Ifeoluwa Babatunde , Agathe Nevière , Gabriela Friedrich , Liga Bennetts , Omar Irfan , Isaac Odame
Background
Detection of sickle cell disease (SCD) could be improved with greater use of point-of-care testing (POCT). This review assessed the accuracy of POCTs for SCD in children and adolescents.
Methods
We systematically searched EMBASE, PubMed, Cochrane libraries, registries and conference proceedings from inception to 28th February 2023. We included cross-sectional and case-control studies that tested for SCD using POCTs and reference tests in individuals aged 0–19. We conducted meta-analysis to assess sensitivity and specificity of individual POCTs.
Findings
The review included 31 studies overall, with 20 covering lateral flow immunoassays (LFIAs) and four covering micro-engineered electrophoresis. When detecting homozygous SCD, the pooled sensitivity and specificity of the included LFIAs and micro-engineered electrophoresis POCTs was 92 % or higher in all individual meta-analyses. Sensitivities and specificities were also nearly 100 % when detecting haemoglobin SC disease for these POCTs.
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Pub Date : 2025-01-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101254
David Kegyes , Vlad Moisoiu , Catalin Constantinescu , Alina Tanase , Gabriel Ghiaur , Hermann Einsele , Ciprian Tomuleasa , Hillard M. Lazarus , Robert Peter Gale
Chemo- and immune therapies administered to treat haematologic malignancies frequently cause neurologic injury. The adverse events range from mild cognitive impairment and headaches to severe conditions such as seizures, stroke and encephalitis. We performed a comprehensive literature review and report the types, mechanisms, management and prevention of neuro-toxicity resulting from these therapies in subjects who develop these toxic effects. Our paper will not discuss radiation therapy, as it has already been extensively reviewed by many authors. Our focus will be on recently developed anti-cancer drugs.
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Pub Date : 2024-12-13DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101255
Qiong Wang , Kristján Hermannsson , Egill Másson , Peter Bergman , Guðmundur Hrafn Guðmundsson
Patients with hematologic malignancies (HM) are highly susceptible to bloodstream infection (BSI), particularly those undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy. A common and debilitating side effect of chemotherapy is oral and intestinal mucositis. These Patients are also at high risk of developing sepsis, which can arise from mucosal barrier injuries and significantly increases mortality in these patients. While conventional antibiotics are effective, their use can lead to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and disrupt the gut microbiota (dysbiosis). In this review, we discuss utilizing host defense peptides (HDPs), key components of the innate immune system, and immune system inducers (ISIs) to maintain mucosal barrier integrity against infection, an underexplored host-directed therapy (HDT) approach to prevent BSI and sepsis. We advocate for the discovery of potent and safe ISIs for clinical use and call for further research into the mechanisms by which these ISIs induce HDPs and strengthen mucosal barriers.
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Pub Date : 2024-11-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101227
Marianela Iriarte-Gahete , Laura Tarancon-Diez , Vanesa Garrido-Rodríguez , Manuel Leal , Yolanda María Pacheco
Iron is essential for numerous physiological processes and its deficiency often leads to anemia. Iron deficiency (ID) is a global problem, primarily affecting reproductive-age women and children, especially in developing countries. Diagnosis uses classical biomarkers like ferritin or transferrin saturation. Recent advancements include using soluble transferrin receptor (sTfR) or hepcidin for improved detection and classification of absolute and functional iron deficiencies, though mostly used in research. ID without anemia may present symptoms like asthenia and fatigue, even without relevant clinical consequences. ID impacts not only red-blood cells but also immune system cells, highlighting its importance in global health and immune-related comorbidities. Managing ID, requires addressing its cause and selecting appropriate iron supplementation. Various improved oral and intravenous products are available, but further research is needed to refine treatment strategies. This review updates on absolute and functional iron deficiencies, their relationships with the immune system and advancements in diagnosis and therapies.
铁是多种生理过程的必需元素,缺铁往往会导致贫血。缺铁(ID)是一个全球性问题,主要影响育龄妇女和儿童,尤其是在发展中国家。诊断使用传统的生物标志物,如铁蛋白或转铁蛋白饱和度。最近的进展包括使用可溶性转铁蛋白受体(sTfR)或血钙素来改进绝对性和功能性铁缺乏症的检测和分类,但主要用于研究。没有贫血的 ID 可能会出现气喘和疲劳等症状,甚至没有相关的临床后果。ID 不仅会影响红血细胞,还会影响免疫系统细胞,这凸显了它在全球健康和免疫相关合并症中的重要性。治疗 ID 需要解决其病因并选择适当的铁质补充剂。目前已有各种改良的口服和静脉注射产品,但还需要进一步的研究来完善治疗策略。本综述将介绍绝对性和功能性铁缺乏症的最新情况、它们与免疫系统的关系以及诊断和治疗方面的进展。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101224
Lacey S. Williams , Teja Nagaradona , Prathik Nalamalapu , Catherine Lai
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a disease primarily affecting older adults. However, not all patients at older ages are suitable for curative treatment with intensive chemotherapy due to “frailty” demonstrated by their functional status, physiologic reserve, and vulnerability to disease and treatment morbidity. Lack of consensus exists on how to select older, less fit patients most appropriate for standard intensive chemotherapy (IC), hypomethylating agents (HMA) with venetoclax, or less intensive regimens. A total of 37 studies of frailty assessments and composite indices in AML show heterogeneous results regarding the ability of frailty and Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) measures to predict treatment outcomes. CGA, Geriatric 8 (G8) risk score, and hematopoietic cell transplant comorbidity index (HCT-CI) show association with prognosis, and should be validated in larger therapeutic trials. Studies of biomarkers, like albumin and C-reactive protein, and patient-reported outcomes demonstrate the potential to enhance information gained from rigorous geriatric assessment.
急性髓性白血病(AML)是一种主要影响老年人的疾病。然而,并非所有老年患者都适合接受强化化疗的根治性治疗,这是因为他们的 "虚弱 "表现在其功能状态、生理储备以及对疾病和治疗发病率的脆弱性。对于如何选择最适合接受标准强化化疗(IC)、低甲基化药物(HMA)与 Venetoclax 或较低强化方案的老年体弱患者,目前尚无共识。共有 37 项关于急性髓细胞白血病患者虚弱程度评估和综合指数的研究显示,虚弱程度和老年综合评估(CGA)指标预测治疗结果的能力存在差异。CGA、老年8(G8)风险评分和造血细胞移植综合指数(HCT-CI)显示与预后有关,应在更大规模的治疗试验中加以验证。对白蛋白和 C 反应蛋白等生物标志物以及患者报告结果的研究表明,通过严格的老年病学评估所获得的信息有可能得到加强。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101240
Jean Escal , Geraldine Poenou , Xavier Delavenne , Souad Bezzeghoud , Valentine Mismetti , Marc Humbert , David Montani , Laurent Bertoletti
The use of oral anticoagulants in the management of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) presents distinct therapeutic challenges and benefits. In PAH, the benefits of oral anticoagulation are uncertain, with studies yielding mixed results on their efficacy and safety. Conversely, oral anticoagulants are a cornerstone in the treatment of CTEPH, where their use is consistently recommended to prevent recurrent thromboembolic events. The choice between vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) and direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) remains a significant clinical question, as each type presents advantages and potential drawbacks. Furthermore, drug-drug interactions (DDIs) with concomitant PAH and CTEPH treatments complicate anticoagulant management, necessitating careful consideration of individual patient regimens. This review examines the current evidence on oral anticoagulant use in PAH and CTEPH and discusses the implications of DDIs within a context of multi-drug treatments, including targeted drugs in PAH.
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Pub Date : 2024-11-01DOI: 10.1016/j.blre.2024.101226
Qiujin Shen , Xiaowen Gong , Yahui Feng , Yu Hu , Tiantian Wang , Wen Yan , Wei Zhang , Saibing Qi , Robert Peter Gale , Junren Chen
Measurable residual disease (MRD)-testing is used in many haematological cancers to estimate relapse risk and to direct therapy. Sometimes MRD-test results are used for regulatory approval. However, some people including regulators wrongfully believe results of MRD-testing are highly accurate and of proven efficacy in directing therapy. We review MRD-testing technologies and evaluate the accuracy of MRD-testing for predicting relapse and the strength of evidence supporting efficacy of MRD-guided therapy. We show that at the individual level MRD-test results are often an inaccurate relapse predictor. Also, no convincing data indicate that increasing therapy-intensity based on a positive MRD-test reduces relapse risk or improves survival. We caution against adjusting therapy-intensity based solely on results of MRD-testing.
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