Current options to manage Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.

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：:Early evidence has already shown that activated platelets play a role in the intrinsic pathway of coagulation, but the mechanism remained unclear. The finding that the dense granules of platelets contain polyphosphate (polyP), which has procoagulant effects, resolved this missing link between activated platelets and c...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： van der Meijden PE,Heemskerk JW

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary mediastinal large B-cell lymphoma (PMBCL) is a unique B-cell lymphoma variant that arises from a putative thymic medulla B cell. It constitutes 2-4% of non-Hodgkin lymphomas and occurs most frequently in young females. PMBCL is characterized by a diffuse proliferation of medium-to-large B cells associated with...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Martelli M,Di Rocco A,Russo E,Perrone S,Foà R

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recombinant IFN-α (rIFN-α) induces complete hematologic remissions in patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), but its use has been limited by side effects owing to the relatively high doses used. Now, low-dose rIFN-α is stressed, starting relatively early in the course of the MPNs. In polycythemia vera, thi...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Silver RT,Kiladjian JJ,Hasselbalch HC

更新日期：2013-02-01 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: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：:Hematopoietic stem cells can be mobilized out of the bone marrow into the blood for the reconstitution of hematopoiesis following high-dose therapy. Methods to improve mobilization efficiency and yields are rapidly emerging. Traditional methods include chemotherapy with or without myeloid growth factors. Plerixafor, a...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Damon LE,Damon LE

更新日期：2009-12-01 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：: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: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：:Professor John Gribben is Chair of the International Workshop on non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and the Gordon Hamilton Fairley Chair of Medical Oncology at St. Bartholomew's Hospital, Bart's Cancer Institute, London, UK, a Cancer Research UK Centre of Excellence. His doctoral studies were performed at University College London...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Gribben J

更新日期：2013-04-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) is a myeloproliferative disorder that has become the neoplastic poster child for understanding the disease biology of a malignant disease and targeting effective therapy. The targeted therapy of BCR-ABL inhibition by tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI) has provided the epitome f...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Poch Martell M,Sibai H,Deotare U,Lipton JH

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Recent advances and drug approvals in the last decade have substantially changed the landscape of relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM), which not only improved outcomes for patients but also increased complexity of treatment decisions. The approvals are based on randomized studies of novel agent...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Sanchez L,Barley K,Richter J,Franz J,Cho HJ,Jagannath S,Madduri D,Parekh S,Richard S,Chari A

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Immune surveillance is the dynamic process whereby the immune system identifies and kills tumor cells based on their aberrant expression of stress-related surface molecules or presentation of tumor neoantigens. It plays a crucial role in controlling the initiation and progression of hematologic cancers suc...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Nesic M,El-Galaly TC,Bøgsted M,Pedersen IS,Dybkær K

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Inhibitors against factor VIII (FVIII), which develop in around 20-30% of patients with severe hemophilia A, represent a significant complication of on-demand or prophylactic FVIII therapy. Currently, the main treatment option for inhibitor patients is eradication using immune tolerance induction (ITI) the...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Oldenburg J,Young G,Santagostino E,Escuriola Ettingshausen C

更新日期：2018-11-01 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：BACKGROUND:Polycythemia occurs in 1 to 5% of neonates and is associated with complications, including an increased risk of thrombocytopenia. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate incidence, risk factors, management and outcome of thrombocytopenia in neonates with polycythemia. STUDY DESIGN:All neonates with polycythemia admitted to ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Vlug RD,Lopriore E,Janssen M,Middeldorp JM,Rath ME,Smits-Wintjens VE

更新日期：2015-02-01 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：: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

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：:Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication of neoplasms, preferentially hematological malignancies. Well known since at least ninety years ago, this condition can be misdiagnosed and incorrectly managed due to rapid onset of symptoms, sometimes overlapping with cancer-derived cl...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Criscuolo M,Fianchi L,Dragonetti G,Pagano L

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：:Here we review the recent literature on Hemophilia gene transfer/therapy. Gene therapy is one of several new technologies being developed as a treatment for bleeding disorders. We will discuss current and pending clinical efforts and attempt to relate how the field is trending. In doing so, we will focus on the use of...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Ward P,Walsh CE

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The most common forms of hematological malignancies that occur in female reproductive years are lymphoma and leukemia. Areas covered: Several aggressive gonadotoxic regimens such as alkylating chemotherapy and total body irradiation are used frequently in treatment of lymphoma and leukemia leading to subse...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Salama M,Isachenko V,Isachenko E,Rahimi G,Mallmann P

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Akt is a Ser-Thr kinase with pleiotropic effects on cell survival, growth and metabolism. Recent evidence from gene-deletion studies in mice, and analysis of human platelets treated with Akt inhibitors, suggest that Akt regulates platelet activation, with potential consequences for thrombosis. Akt activation is regula...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Woulfe DS

更新日期：2010-02-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Human term placenta is comprised of various tissues from which different cells can be obtained, including hematopoietic stem cells and mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs). Areas covered: This review will discuss the possibility to incorporate placental tissue cells in cord blood banking. It will discuss ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Teofili L,Silini AR,Bianchi M,Valentini CG,Parolini O

更新日期：2018-08-01 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：: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