CXCR4 mutations affect presentation and outcomes in patients with Waldenström macroglobulinemia: A systematic review.

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:Pulmonary hypertension (PH) develops in a significant number of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), resulting in increased morbidity and mortality. This review focuses on PH pathophysiology, risk stratification, and new recommendations for screening and treatment for patients with SCD. Areas covered: ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Shilo NR,Morris CR

更新日期：2017-10-01 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：: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：:Hemophilia A is a congenital, recessive, X-linked bleeding disorder that is managed with infusions of plasma-derived or recombinant factor (F) VIII. The primary considerations in FVIII replacement therapy today are the: 1) immunogenicity of FVIII concentrates, 2) role of longer-acting FVIII products, 3) prophylactic u...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Aledort L,Ljung R,Mann K,Pipe S

更新日期：2014-06-01 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：: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：: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：: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：: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：INTRODUCTION:In sickle cell disease (SCD), hemoglobin S (HbS) red blood cells (RBCs) are characteristically deformed and inflexible. Often breaking down in the circulation, they exhibit increased adhesive properties with the endothelium and activated neutrophils and platelets, increasing the risk of occlusion of the mi...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Ofori-Acquah SF

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Multiple myeloma (MM) is characterized by notable inter-patient and intra-clonal heterogeneity that is gradually decoded over the last decade. Despite the deeper and better understanding of its biology and the development of novel therapeutic strategies that have prolonged overall survival, MM still retain...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Ziogas DC,Dimopoulos MA,Kastritis E

更新日期：2018-11-01 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：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：: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：: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：:Ofatumumab is a humanized second-generation monoclonal antibody with the affinity to a transmembrane protein CD20. In in vitro studies, it exhibits higher efficacy towards chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) cells compared to rituximab, and it can be explained by the fact that its epitope on the target CD20 protein is ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Grosicki S

更新日期：2015-06-01 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：: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：: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：: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：BACKGROUND:Hb H disease is an alpha-thalassemia (α-thal) syndrome characterized by chronic hemolytic anemia that occurs when three of total four α-globin genes lost their function due to completely deletions or different kind of mutations. OBJECTIVE:We here described 66 patients who have been diagnosed for Hb H diseas...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Farashi S,Bayat N,Vakili S,Faramarzi Garous N,Ashki M,Imanian H,Najmabadi H,Azarkeivan A

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：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：INTRODUCTION:While associated life-threatening and fatal bleeding events are less frequent with the direct factor Xa inhibitors compared to vitamin K antagonists, significant concern surrounding management of major bleeds and urgent periprocedural interruption of these agents exists among clinicians. Andexanet alfa is ...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Cervi A,Crowther M

更新日期：2018-11-01 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: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:Activation of the hemostatic system can occur in many clinical conditions. However, a systemic and strong activation of coagulation complicating clinical settings such as sepsis, trauma or malignant disease may result in the occurrence disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Areas covered: This artic...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Levi M,Sivapalaratnam S

更新日期：2018-08-01 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: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a frequent and serious complication in cancer patients. Nonetheless, patients with hematological cancers receive less attention as compared with their solid tumor counterparts regarding this potentially fatal complication.Areas covered: Risk factors that are associated wit...

journal_title：Expert review of hematology

authors： Chan TS,Hwang YY,Tse E

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00