Large granular lymphocytic leukemia. Current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and novel treatment options.

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：:β-thalassemias are caused by nearly 300 mutations of the β-globin gene, leading to a low or absent production of adult hemoglobin (HbA). Two major therapeutic approaches have recently been proposed: gene therapy and induction of fetal hemoglobin (HbF) with the objective of achieving clinically relevant levels of Hbs. ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Breda L,Rivella S,Zuccato C,Gambari R

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intravenous iron is standard for dialysis-associated anemia and its use is rising dramatically in other settings. Except for the dextrans, full iron replacement requires multiple visits. Nonetheless, safety concerns abound. Ferumoxytol, a recently approved modified dextran with a carbohydrate core that tightly binds t...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Rosner MH,Auerbach M

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Internal tandem duplication mutations of FMS-like tyrosine kinase-3 (FLT3) have been associated with poor outcomes in acute myelogenous leukemia. Over the course of the last several years, multiple agents have been developed and studied as potential inhibitors of FLT3 with the hope of providing clinical benefit for th...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Fathi AT,Levis M

更新日期：2009-02-01 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: 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：INTRODUCTION:Purine analogs made dramatic improvements for patients with hairy cell leukemia (HCL), but patients often relapse, require multiple treatments, and may become refractory. Major developments in treatment of relapsed/refractory HCL occurred with discovery of disease biology. New agents increase the complexit...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Chihara D,Kreitman RJ

更新日期：2020-10-01 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：: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：:Adult immune thrombocytopenia was previously considered a benign disease affecting young people and with a low risk of severe bleeding. This view was challenged by studies published during the past decade, as the median age of adult immune thrombocytopenia patients has been found to be 55-60 years and the incidence in...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Frederiksen H,Christiansen CF,Nørgaard M

更新日期：2012-04-01 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:Haploidentical stem cell transplantation (Haplo-SCT) is currently a suitable alternative worldwide for patients with hematological diseases, who lack human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-matched siblings or unrelated donors. Areas covered: This review summarizes the advancements in Haplo-SCT in recent years, prim...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Sun YQ,Chang YJ,Huang XJ

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Ferumoxytol is a superparamagnetic molecule originally developed as a contrast agent for magnetic resonance imaging. Elemental iron is contained within the carbohydrate core and is released slowly after infusion allowing a large dose of iron to be administered in a short period of time. Ferumoxytol, origin...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Auerbach M,Chertow GM,Rosner M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) remains a therapeutic challenge. Patients with relapsed HL should be identified according to their prognostic factors at relapse (duration of remission and extranodal disease or stage). Patients with refractory disease, defined as progression during induction trea...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Sibon D,Brice P

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Major advances have significantly improved the outcome of mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). Incorporation of rituximab to CHOP regimen, the adoption of high dose cytarabine with frontline autologous stem cell transplantation in young patients, maintenance rituximab or bortezomib based chemotherapy in elderly patients, impro...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： El Halabi L,Ghez D,Ribrag V

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) are considered indolent lymphocytic malignancies, more often requiring active surveillance rather than intervention. Despite the indolent nature of CLL/SLL, treatment is likely indicated in a patients' lifetime. Recent changes in the t...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Tees MT,Flinn IW

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous thromboembolism is a common cause of morbidity and mortality among patients undergoing elective orthopedic surgery. Due to the high incidence of venous thromboembolism in this setting, perioperative anticoagulation is the recommended approach for thromboprophylaxis. Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH), fondapar...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Rachidi S,Aldin ES,Greenberg C,Sachs B,Streiff M,Zeidan AM

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: CD43 can be useful in routine flow cytometry. We conducted a systematic review aiming to describe when CD43 is used by flow cytometry in malignant hematology and to determine its value in these settings. Methods: Systematic review of MEDLINE (search 'CD43' AND 'flow cytometry,' starting in 2010). Results: ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Sorigue M

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Iron overload is frequently observed in patients with hematologic diseases before and after allogeneic stem-cell transplantation because they usually receive multiple red blood cell transfusions. Elevated pretransplant serum ferritin levels, which are widely used as indicators of body iron status, are significantly as...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Kanda J,Kawabata H,Chao NJ

更新日期：2011-02-01 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：:Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a severe genetic disorder of hemoglobin causing vaso-occlusion. Patients suffer severe anemia, strokes, renal failure, pulmonary compromise and shortened life expectancy. Over 90,000 people in the USA have SCD, and the options for therapy are limited and only partially effective. With the ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Okam MM,Ebert BL

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human acute myeloid leukemia is a heterogeneous disease and the effect of therapeutic targeting of specific molecular mechanisms will probably vary between patient subsets. Cell cycle regulators are among the emerging targets (e.g., aurora and polo-like kinases, cyclin-dependent kinases). Inhibition of communication b...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Reikvam H,Hauge M,Brenner AK,Hatfield KJ,Bruserud Ø

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Asparaginase has been a mainstay of therapy in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia since the 1970s. There are two major preparations available and FDA approved in the United States today, one derived from Escherichia coli and the other from Erwinia chrysanthemi. Erwinia asparaginase is antigenically distinct...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Figueiredo L,Cole PD,Drachtman RA

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:First and second generation tyrosine kinase inhibitors, represent a new, fully biologic and targeted approach to chronic lymphocytic leukemia and allowed to obtain high responses and acceptable tolerability even in elderly and high risk patients. On the other hand, prolonged experience with these agents ha...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Frustaci AM,Montillo M,Picardi P,Mazzucchelli M,Cairoli R,Tedeschi A

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Waldenström's macroglobulinemia (WM) is a rare, incurable B-cell lymphoma, with a median survival of 5-10 years in symptomatic patients. There is no consensus on the standard of care and several agents are currently used in these patients. Areas covered: In this article, we will review the use of standard ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Benevolo G,Nicolosi M,Santambrogio E,Vitolo U

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We analyzed hemoglobin (Hb) levels and degree of anemia in relation to genotype in patients with hemoglobin H (Hb H) disease, thereby providing a scientific basis for the prevention and treatment of Hb H disease in the Guangxi region of China. METHODS:Hb analysis was conducted in 615 patients using high per...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Luo S,Chen X,Chen L,Zhong Q,Wang Q,Xu Z,Huang J,Yan T,Tang N

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Primary plasma cell leukemia (PPCL) is one of the most aggressive hematological malignancies. The prognosis of PPCL patients remains poor, although some improvements have been made in recent years. Areas covered: In this review recent clinical and biological advances in PPCL are reported. Some recommendati...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Musto P,Statuto T,Valvano L,Grieco V,Nozza F,Vona G,Bochicchio GB,La Rocca F,D'Auria F

更新日期：2019-04-01 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：:In 2008, we reviewed the practical interface between transfusion medicine and the surgery and critical care of severely injured patients. Reviewed topics ranged from epidemiology of trauma to patterns of resuscitation to the problems of transfusion reactions. In the interim, trauma specialists have adopted damage cont...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Murthi SB,Stansbury LG,Dutton RP,Edelman BB,Scalea TM,Hess JR

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is well known that the risk of venous thromboembolism is increased after surgery; however, specific data on how long this risk lasts or how the risk varies by type of surgery is limited. The Million Women Study is a population-based prospective study that recruited 1.3 million women through the National Health Serv...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Faltas B

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00