What Does Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia Tell Us About Other Leukaemias?

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Over the past two decades, the introduction of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) has transformed the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). With four agents currently approved for frontline use in chronic-phase (CP) disease, it follows that treatment decision-making has been rendered more challe...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Kennedy JA,Hobbs G

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Passive immunotherapy with therapeutic monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) has revolutionized the treatment of cancer, especially hematological malignancies over the last 20 years. While use of mAbs has improved outcomes, development of resistance is inevitable in most cases, hindering the long-term survival...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Torka P,Barth M,Ferdman R,Hernandez-Ilizaliturri FJ

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article will review the use of anti-CD19 CAR-T therapy used in relapsed/refractory diffuse large B cell lymphoma. RECENT FINDINGS:The clinical outcomes, safety analysis, and other relevant considerations will be discussed with an emphasis on the most recently published data regarding the ZUMA-1,...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Havard R,Stephens DM

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The advent of social media has led to the ability for individuals all over the world to communicate with each other, in real time, about mutual topics of interest in an unprecedented manner. Recently, the use of social media has increased among people interested in healthcare and medical research, particularly in the ...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Pemmaraju N,Gupta V,Mesa R,Thompson MA

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) are stem cell-derived clonal myeloid malignancies characterized by a unique somatic mutational profile since three mutually exclusive mutations (JAK2V617F, MPL, and CALR) sustain the great majority of the cases. However, clinical observation that autoimmune diseases may predispose t...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Barosi G

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prognosis value of interim positron emission tomography (PET) remains controversial in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) patients because of the absence of consensus on criteria able to early identify good and bad responders to treatment. Visual interpretation using the International Harmonization Project (IHP...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Casasnovas RO,Meignan M,Berriolo-Riedinger A,Itti E,Huglo D,Haioun C,Morschhauser F

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) using mismatched family member donors has historically been complicated by high rates of nonrelapse toxicity and the need for laboratory expertise in depleting grafts of T lymphocytes. Over the past decade, improvements in supportive care, the increased use...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Hale GA

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) is a rare malignancy of the lymphatic system that is curable in at least 80 % of patients. Although patients usually present with painless lymphadenopathy, a variety of systemic and organ-specific syndromes may also exist in relation to HL. These syndromes may develop before, during, or after the...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Barber NA,Bierman PJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Novel immunotherapies such as checkpoint inhibitors, bispecific antibodies, and chimeric antigen receptor T cells are leading to promising responses when treating solid tumors and hematological malignancies. T cell neoplasms include leukemia and lymphomas that are derived from T cells and overall are ...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Ghione P,Moskowitz AJ,De Paola NEK,Horwitz SM,Ruella M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Internal tandem duplications (ITD) and tyrosine-kinase domain (TKD) mutations of the FMS-like tyrosine-kinase 3 (FLT3) can be found in up to one third of patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and confer a poor prognosis. First discovered 20 years ago, these mutations were identified as viable therapeutic targets,...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Leick MB,Levis MJ

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) has curative potential for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), though with considerable nonrelapse mortality and morbidity. The International Prognostic Scoring System, despite its confines, remains a widely used tool guiding treatment decisions in MDS. Th...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Gergis U,Wissa U

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) is characterized by coagulopathy, leukopenic presentation and sensitivity to anthracyclines, all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) and arsenic trioxide (ATO). For the last 25 years, APL has been treated with a combination of ATRA and chemotherapy for induction followed by consolidation and ...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Cull EH,Altman JK

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Social media has dramatically changed the access and exchange of information in healthcare and beyond. A variety of platforms and resources exist allowing blood and marrow transplant providers, researchers, and patients to interact. We review the adoption of social media by the transplantation communi...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Patel SS,Majhail NS

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a very heterogeneous disease. Prognosis is related not only to intrinsic characteristics such as cytogenetics and molecular markers, but also the patient's ability to tolerate therapy, and treatment response. Allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-HCT) has been traditionally indicat...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Lekakis LJ,Cooper BW,de Lima MG

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this review article, we will highlight ethical issues faced by hematologists due to a growing constellation of expensive diagnostics and therapeutics in hematology. We outline the important issues surrounding this topic including stakeholders, cost considerations, and various ethical challenges sur...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Ertz-Archambault N,Khera N

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple myeloma (MM) is characterized by abnormal proliferation of plasma cells in the bone marrow leading to symptoms of anemia, renal failure, hypercalcemia, and bone lesions. Bone imaging is critical for the diagnosis, staging, assessment for the presence and extent of bone lesions, and initial treatment of MM. Sk...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Raza S,Leng S,Lentzsch S

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, the treatment of multiple myeloma has undergone significant changes. The availability of novel agents bortezomib, thalidomide and lenalidomide considerably improved the outcome of patients. The advantages related to the use of novel agents have been shown in various studies in patients eligible and in...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Guglielmelli T,Palumbo A

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Progress in the understanding of the biology of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and in the development of new and effective therapies has generated a shift in treatment paradigms within only a few years. Traditional chemotherapy agents such as alkylators or nucleoside analogs are rapidly being replaced by combination reg...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Faderl S,Wierda W,Keating MJ

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with hematologic malignancies are increasing being prescribed oral anticancer medications (OAMs) and/or biologics. These newer targeted OAMs are associated with a host of practical and pharmacoeconomic implications for patients and healthcare providers. Issues such as safety, procurement challenges, and the n...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Betcher J,Dow E,Khera N

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The diagnosis of lymphoma in pregnant patients poses a therapeutic challenge necessitating consideration of the developing fetus without compromise of therapy with curative potential for the mother. The decision to initiate therapy during pregnancy is heavily influenced by fetal, maternal, and disease-related factors,...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Pinnix CC,Andraos TY,Milgrom S,Fanale MA

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Ruxolitinib is the first FDA-approved JAK inhibitor for the treatment of myeloproliferative neoplasms and is an effective means of controlling symptom burden and improving splenomegaly. However, a majority of patients will develop disease progression with long-term use. Fedratinib, momelotinib, and pa...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Patel AA,Odenike O

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Social media has revolutionized the access and exchange of information in healthcare. The microblogging platform Twitter has been used by blood and marrow transplant physicians over the last several years with increasing enthusiasm. We review the adoption of Twitter in the transplant community and its...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Patel SS,Majhail NS

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the majority of patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) achieve a complete remission with induction chemotherapy, most will ultimately relapse. Therefore, the optimal postremission therapy for AML remains to be defined, and further improvements in treatment strategies are required. Clinical trials have dem...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Bradstock K

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:CMV DNA polymerase inhibitors such as ganciclovir and foscarnet have dramatically reduced the burden of CMV infection in the HCT recipient. However, their use is often limited by toxicities and resistance. Agents with novel mechanisms and favorable toxicity profiles are critically needed. We review re...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Hakki M

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a unique lymphoma subtype comprising 6% to 8% of new lymphoma diagnoses. It is generally considered to be incurable with standard lymphoma therapies. The median overall survival (OS) is often reported to be 3 to 4 years, but more recent data suggest that the median OS may be longer than 5...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Kahl BS

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There are limited treatment options for relapsed/refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL) patients who progress on brentuximab vedotin and programmed death-1 inhibitors. Camidanlumab Tesirine (Cami) is a new agent that has shown activity in multiply relapsed/refractory cHL patients. In this review,...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Epperla N,Hamadani M

更新日期：2021-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in drug discovery have led to the use of effective targeted agents in the treatment of hematologic malignancies. Drugs such as proteasome inhibitors in multiple myeloma and tyrosine kinase inhibitors in chronic myeloid leukemia and non-Hodgkin lymphoma have changed the face of treatment of hematologic maligna...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Sethi TK,Basdag B,Bhatia N,Moslehi J,Reddy NM

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT) patients are required to have a caregiver present for up to 100 days post-transplant. Caregivers provide essential support during HCT but experience immense stress and burden. Increasing research has developed interventions for HCT caregivers. This review systematic...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Bangerter LR,Griffin JM,Langer S,Hasan B,Kim WS,Murad MH,Khera N

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) arises as a consequence of a chromosomal translocation giving rise to the Philadelphia chromosome and Bcr-Abl oncogene. CML is a clonal disease of stem cell origin and an excellent example of a malignancy in which tumor-initiating cells may hold the key to disease eradication. The known ...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Helgason GV,Young GA,Holyoake TL

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among the few drugs that have shown a benefit for patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in randomized clinical trials over the last several decades is the CD33 antibody-drug conjugate, gemtuzumab ozogamicin (GO). Undoubtedly, this experience has highlighted the value of antigen-specific immunotherapy in AML. A wi...

journal_title：Current hematologic malignancy reports

authors： Buckley SA,Walter RB

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00