Bendamustine for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Interview by Louise Rishton.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In the last decade, the availability of new drugs for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma (MM) significantly improved patients' outcomes, but also raised attention towards a new spectrum of adverse events. Recently, four novel agents with different mechanisms of action (carfilzomib, elotuzumab, daratumumab a...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Brioli A,Mügge LO,Hochhaus A,Von Lilienfeld-Toal M

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myeloid sarcoma (MS) is an extramedullary myeloid neoplasm characterized by proliferation of myeloblasts which can occur in any organ or site. Bronchial and pulmonary involvement, however, is uncommon. We describe a case of bronchial MS in an 81-year-old female with a history of high-grade myelodysplastic syndrome; sh...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Vennepureddy A,Valecha G,Murukutla S,Hussein S,Terjanian T

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Peripheral T cell lymphomas (PTCL) are a heterogenous group of lymphoproliferative disorders which are generally not curable with conventional chemotherapy and associated with inferior outcomes. Pralatrexate is a novel folate analog, the first FDA approved drug) for the treatment of relapsed/refractory (R/...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Jennifer C Z,Sara Mohamed J,Salma A,Francine F

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Guidelines provide recommendations on the management of multiple myeloma (MM), but there are no standard algorithms for the choice and sequencing of treatments. As a result, there is widespread variation in the interpretation and implementation of these guidelines. Areas covered: This review will cover: th...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Cavo M,Terpos E,Bargay J,Einsele H,Cavet J,Greil R,de Wit E

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) is largely a curable disease with excellent prognosis. The standard of care in patients with relapsed disease has been to try salvage chemotherapy followed by an autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT). Managing the patients who relapse after ASCT, is challenging. With the appro...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Kallam A,Armitage JO

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: The genomic landscape of Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM) is characterized by recurrent MYD88 (MYD88L265P) and CXCR4 mutations (CXCR4MUT), detected in 90% and 30% of cases, respectively. The role of CXCR4MUT in clinical features and outcomes to therapy in WM patients is evolving. Areas covered: We perf...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Castillo JJ,Moreno DF,Arbelaez MI,Hunter ZR,Treon SP

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Oral anticoagulants (OACs) are established treatments to reduce thromboembolic risk in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Due to their mechanisms of action, they are associated with increased bleeding risk. Evaluation with bleeding risk scores may be useful to identify patients at high risk. However...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Kozieł M,Ding WY,Kalarus Z,Lip GYH

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Secondary central nervous system lymphoma (SCNSL) is a potentially fatal event in the setting of aggressive Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas. Nowadays, despite of the very poor outcome of SCNSL, several studies are going to identify the high-risk patients' subgroup that could early develop this detrimental event an...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Santambrogio E,Nicolosi M,Vassallo F,Castellino A,Novo M,Chiappella A,Vitolo U

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), the most prevalent lymphoid malignancy in western countries, patients have a median age at diagnosis of 72 years. In the last few years, there has been remarkable progress in understanding the biology of CLL, the detection of molecular prognostic factors and the development of mo...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Molica S,Brugiatelli M,Morabito F,Ferrara F,Iannitto E,Di Renzo N,Capalbo S,Musto P,Di Raimondo F

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: The purpose of this article is to review which data about hemophilia are currently provided by the Cochrane database of systematic reviews (CDBSR). Methodological consideration: All statements about hemophilia in the Cochrane Collaboration are based on evidence generated in randomized controlled clinical...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Rodriguez-Merchan EC

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Severe sickle cell disease is associated with progressive end-organ damage and early mortality in adults. While allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant from a matched related donor is curative, the vast majority of patients do not have a compatible sibling. Accordingly, platforms using haploidentical do...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Patel DA,Akinsete AM,Connelly JA,Kassim AA

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare and life-threatening thrombotic microangiopathy characterized by microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, consumption thrombocytopenia, and organ injury. TTP pathophysiology is based on a severe ADAMTS13 deficiency, the specific von Willebrand factor (VWF)-cl...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Joly BS,Coppo P,Veyradier A

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thromboembolic diseases require anticoagulation for their prevention and treatment. New oral anticoagulants, specifically direct factor Xa and thrombin inhibitors, were developed to overcome the limitations of conventional anticoagulants. Their benefit has been demonstrated using fixed doses without laboratory-guided ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Harenberg J,Marx S,Erdle S,Krämer R

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Ruxolitinib is a potent and selective JAK1/JAK2 inhibitor that has shown superiority as compared to available conventional chemotherapies, in terms of reduction in splenomegaly and improvement of symptoms and quality of life. Areas covered: Data published about overall survival in the major randomized spon...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Massaro F,Molica M,Breccia M

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent studies have identified recurrent mutations in genes that encode proteins crucial in the epigenetic regulation of gene transcription in hematologic malignancies. Somatic mutations in epigenetic modifiers, including IDH1, IDH2, TET2, DNAMT3A, ASXL1, MLL and EZH2 are enriched in patients with acute myeloid leukem...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Hou HA,Tien HF

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The introduction of bortezomib, a first-generation proteasome inhibitor, changed the standard-of-care for newly diagnosed and relapsed multiple myeloma patients. The next generation of proteasome inhibitors, such as carfilzomib, provides a novel pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profile. In vitro data suggest a more...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Khan RZ,Badros A

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Key paper evaluation: Craddock C, et al. Combination Lenalidomide and Azacitidine: A Novel Salvage Therapy in Patients Who Relapse After Allogeneic Stem-Cell Transplantation for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. J Clin Oncol. 2019; 37: 580-8. Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (allo-HSCT) is the only potentially cura...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Bewersdorf JP,Stahl M,Zeidan AM

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (iNHL) describes a group of B-cell lymphomas with a long median survival and a relapsing-remitting clinical course. Although existing treatments are initially effective, patients often relapse, demonstrating decreasing efficacy with successive treatment courses. Alternative treatments a...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Davies A

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Disorders of iron metabolism are commonly seen in onco-hematological clinical practice. Iron-deficiency anemia and cancer-associated anemia are usually treated with supportive therapies. Optimal management of these conditions are discussed in this perspective paper. Areas covered: A position paper discussi...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Barni S,Gascòn P,Petrelli F,García-Erce JA,Pedrazzoli P,Rosti G,Giordano G,Mafodda A,Múñoz M

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), rituximab, ofatumumab and obinutuzumab, have a significant impact in the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), particularly in combination with chemotherapy. Over the last few years, several new mAbs have been developed and investigated in CLL. The most promising newe...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Robak T

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over two-thirds of newly diagnosed multiple myeloma are over 65 years. The treatment goals for the non-transplant-eligible patients should be to prolong survival by achieving the best response, while ensuring quality of life. New upfront treatment combinations based on first generation of novel proteasome inhibitors a...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Mateos MV,Leleu X,Palumbo A,San Miguel JF

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Mitochondria are cellular organelles that perform numerous bioenergetic, biosynthetic, and regulatory functions and play a central role in iron metabolism. Extracellular iron is taken up by cells and transported to the mitochondria, where it is utilized for synthesis of cofactors essential to the function ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Paul BT,Manz DH,Torti FM,Torti SV

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) are associated with a variety of symptoms and signs which cause major morbidity for the patients. The disorders are associated with increased incidence of thromboembolic and hemorrhagic events which can lead to complications and shortened life expectancy. Areas covered: ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Greenfield G,McMullin MF

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Most patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) enjoy durable remissions following front-line treatment but 30% of patients are refractory or relapse after first line therapy. Salvage chemotherapy followed by autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) can cure an additional 50-55% of relapsing patients but new t...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Donato EM,Fernández-Zarzoso M,De La Rubia J

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The fms-like tyrosine kinase 3 (FLT3) plays an important role in both normal and malignant hematopoiesis. Activating mutations in the FLT3 receptor can be detected in approximately 30% of acute myeloid leukemias (AMLs) and are associated with a distinctly poor clinical outcome for patients. There are now several class...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： el-Shami K,Stone RM,Smith BD

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Catastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome (CAPS) is a rare, life-threatening disease. In 1992, Asherson defined it as a widespread coagulopathy related to the antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL). CAPS requires rapid diagnosis and prompt initiation of treatment. Areas covered: This paper discusses all aspects of...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Carmi O,Berla M,Shoenfeld Y,Levy Y

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although guidelines exist to deal with some aspects of platelet transfusion practice, many important clinical issues have not been addressed in large randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Slichter et al. conducted a RCT of prophylactic platelet transfusions to determine the effects of the dose of platelets on clinical ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Cid J,Lozano M

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation is still the only potentially curative treatment for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. Improvements in donor selection, supportive care and the introduction of reduced-intensity conditioning have led to a decrease in early transplant mortality. However, relapse...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Sockel K,Ehninger G,Hofbauer LC,Platzbecker U

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) is increasing among all age groups, with a median age at diagnosis of 67 years. With the increase in the geriatric population, there is a need for the development and validation of treatment strategies for NHL for these patients. Therapy in elderly patients is affected by ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Ninan MJ,Morrison VA

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a molecularly heterogeneous disease defined by different cellular origins and mechanisms of oncogenic activation. Approximately 10% of DLBCL cases harbor a MYC rearrangement and this has been associated with a more aggressive clinical course following standard thera...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Burotto M,Berkovits A,Dunleavy K

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00