Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in multiple sclerosis: a review of the clinical experience and a report of an international meeting.

abstract：:Treatment of idiopathic membranous nephropathy (IMN) is controversial. However, two randomized controlled trials (RCTs) reported that treatment with steroids alternated with an alkylating agent achieved significantly more remissions and better renal survival at 10 years in comparison with untreated controls. Short-ter...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Ponticelli C

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a broad clinical syndrome linked by mucosal inflammation. Primary treatment modalities are corticosteroids and antibiotics with surgery an option for failures, but the level of supporting evidence is generally low. The primary reason is that CRS is a symptom complex and not ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Ghogomu N,Kern R

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inflammatory bowel disease includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, which are both inflammatory disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Both types of inflammatory bowel disease have a complex etiology, resulting from a genetically determined susceptibility interacting with environmental factors, including the...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Ferguson LR

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The course of inflammatory bowel diseases is heterogeneous and varies over time. Therefore, the search for predictive factors has increasingly become the focus of research. Mucosal healing has emerged as an important objective, as evidence indicates that it is associated with improved disease outcome. Nevertheless, ma...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Miheller P,Mandel MD,Mullner K,Lakatos PL

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unbalanced immune cell populations or immune cell infiltration of the liver can disrupt the immune-privileged state of the liver, resulting in liver injury or fibrosis. Therefore, the treatment for liver diseases involves not only hepatic regeneration but also immunological regulation. Recent studies demonstrated that...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Cui L,Shi Y,Han Y,Fan D

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The survival of SLE patients has improved significantly over the past few decades placing them at increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), malignancies, and osteoporosis, among other comorbidities. The aim of this review was to assess the incidence and prevalence of comorbidities in these patients a...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： González LA,Alarcón GS

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although a large part of the population suffers from allergies, a cure is not yet available. Allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT) offers promise for these patients. AIT has proven successful in insect and venom allergies; however, for food allergy this is still unclear. In this editorial we focus on the recent advanc...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Jongejan L,van Ree R,Poulsen LK

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Secukinumab, an interleukin-17A (IL-17A) antagonist, is the first non-TNF alpha inhibitor agent licensed for ankylosing spondylitis (AS), which opens up a new era of alternative cytokine targets beyond TNF. Areas covered: This review explores the pathophysiology and scientific evidence behind the use of th...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Dubash S,Bridgewood C,McGonagle D,Marzo-Ortega H

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic activation of immune responses, mediated by inflammatory mediators and involving different effector cells of the innate and acquired immune system characterizes autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis and septic shock syndrome. MAPKs are crucial intracellular m...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Kaminska B,Swiatek-Machado K

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:HAE is a very debilitating disease that causes significant distress for patients not only during an acute attack but also constant fear for a subsequent attack. It is important to address long-term prophylactic (LTP) therapy to prevent attacks, decrease morbidity and increase the quality of life. When disc...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Villavicencio MF,Craig T

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Giant cell arteritis is a complex immune-mediated disease that involves large blood vessels in individuals older than 50 years. Recent studies have confirmed a strong association of this form of vasculitis with the HLA region, particularly with HLA class II genes. However, other non-HLA loci, such as protein tyrosine ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Carmona FD,Martín J,González-Gay MA

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obstructive lung diseases, in particular asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, are a worldwide health problem that is increasing in incidence. While significant progress has been made in the control of symptoms, further advances must be made in modifying the clinical situation in terms of disease progressi...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Braido F,Brandi S,Cauglia S,Canonica GW

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Biologic drugs have revolutionized the treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis in recent years because of their high efficacy and low risk of toxicity. However, even within the group of biologic therapies, there are differences related to the different mechanisms of action. Areas covered: We review the m...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Carrascosa JM,Del-Alcazar E

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Adalimumab, an inhibitor of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα), is the only systemic non-corticosteroid agent which has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of non-infectious uveitis. Areas covered: The aim of this review is to summarize the research which demonstrat...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： LaMattina KC,Goldstein DA

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 12/15-lipoxygenase (LO) cascade governs the generation of 12-hydroperoxy-eicosatetraenoic acid (HPETE) and 15-HPETE from arachidonic acid. The 5-LO pathway plays a fundamental role in the biosynthesis of leukotrienes, essential inflammatory lipid mediators. Cyclooxygenase (COX)-1 and -2 biosynthetic pathways are r...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Zhao L,Grosser T,Fries S,Kadakia L,Wang H,Zhao J,Falotico R

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antiphospholipid syndrome is an autoimmune disease characterized by venous and/or arterial thrombosis and/or recurrent fetal loss and the presence of antiphospholid antibodies. Among the causes of death of antiphospholipid syndrome there are the myocardial infarction and stroke. Comorbidities could worsen the evolutio...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Muniz Caldas CA,Freire de Carvalho J

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric T-cell hematologic malignancies are a diverse group of rare cancers. The most common pediatric T-cell malignancies include T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL) and anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). Although the overall survival rates have improved markedly in recent years, children with relapsed ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Diorio C,Teachey DT

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Allergic diseases are among the most common diseases in humans. Besides allergen avoidance, allergen-specific immunotherapy is the only causative treatment option. During recent years, many innovations of this therapy have emerged. METHODS:Selective literature research in Medline and PubMed, under the inclu...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Klimek L,Pfaar O

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immunology, similar to other areas of clinical science, is a data-rich discipline that involves a great deal of interaction between healthcare professionals and their patients. The focus of this editorial is to review the challenges and opportunities for mobile healthcare applications within immunology. It is clear th...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Gallagher J,O'Donoghue J,Car J

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Agammaglobulinemias are primary (inherited) immunodeficiencies characterized by the lack of functional B-cells and antibodies, and are caused by mutations in genes encoding components of the pre-B-cell or B-cell receptor, or their signaling pathways. The known genetic defects do not account for all agammaglobulinemic ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Berglöf A,Turunen JJ,Gissberg O,Bestas B,Blomberg KE,Smith CI

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Allergic rhinitis (AR) is among the most common chronic conditions affecting both children and adults. It is the cause of significant morbidity from the symptoms and interference with sleep. It results in major impairment of performance both at school and at work. In the U.S. and certain parts of Europe, r...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Nelson HS

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Host susceptibility to environmental triggers is the most likely explanation for the development of asthma. Quantifying gene expression levels in disease-relevant tissues and cell types using fast evolving genomic technologies have generated new hypotheses about the pathogenesis of asthma and identified new therapeuti...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Bérubé JC,Bossé Y

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inflammatory bowel diseases share common pathogenetic mechanisms that are not yet completely understood. It is clear, however, that the expression and production of cytokines in response to inflammation plays a key role in mediating the migration of activated leukocytes. The process of angiogenesis and the expression ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Fiorino G,Correale C,Fries W,Repici A,Malesci A,Danese S

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is the most prevalent thyroid autoimmune disorder, characterized by the presence of specific thyroid autoantibodies (TAb). The development of autoimmunity, including TAb production and clinical presentation of HT, is determined by a complex interplay of genetic susceptibility and several e...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Zaletel K

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Genetic testing of patients with clinically diagnosed or suspected primary immunodeficiencies (PIDs) constitutes standard of care. Choice of testing modality and patient attributes can impact the likelihood of securing a diagnosis. AREAS COVERED:Published diagnostic rates for gene panel testing, exome seq...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Chinn IK,Orange JS

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: The present status of amifampridine (AFP) for the treatment of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is reviewed. Areas covered: All relevant literature identified through a PubMed search under treatment of LEMS, aminopyridine, and amifampridine are reviewed. An expert opinion on AFP was formulated. E...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Oh SJ

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional myeloablative conditioning regimens prior to hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) are associated with significant transplant-related morbidity and mortality in children affected by primary immunodeficiency disorders. Reduced-intensity conditioning regimens have been extensively used without severe acu...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Chiesa R,Veys P

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:CD11b(+)Gr1(+) myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) are an important regulatory innate cell population and have significant inhibitory effect on T cell-mediated responses. In addition to their negative role in cancer development, MDSCs also exert strong regulatory effects on transplantation and autoimmunity. In ma...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Wu T,Zhao Y,Zhao Y

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glucocorticoids are indispensable for the treatment of systemic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), though their beneficial effects have to be balanced with potential complications arising from high doses, prolonged use or dose splitting. A glucocorticoid formulation (modified-release prednisone) ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Alten R

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonsedating antihistamines are a first-line therapy in the management of allergic rhinitis. They relieve the majority of the histamine-mediated symptoms of the condition, including rhinorrhea, sneezing, and pruritus. The nonsedating antihistamine desloratadine is effective in alleviating the symptoms of both seasonal ...

journal_title：Expert review of clinical immunology

authors： Schenkel EJ

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00