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Li Q, Zhu G, Zhang L, Zeng B, Cai T, Wu J, Wei B, Xie Z, He L, Tang W, Lin X, Lu H, Wu F, Huang J, Hu H, Liu N, Fan S. Mutational landscape of head and neck cancer and cervical cancer in Chinese and Western population. Head Neck 2024; 46:528-540. [PMID: 38111234 DOI: 10.1002/hed.27603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Revised: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND We aimed to unbiasedly map the genetic mutation profile of HNSC and CESC associated with HPV status in the Chinese population (SYSU-cohort) and compare them with Western population (TCGA-cohort). METHODS Fifty-one HNSC patients (SYSU-HNSC) and 38 CESC patients (SYSU-CESC) were enrolled in this study. Genomic alterations were examined, and the profile was produced using the YuanSuTM450 gene panel (OrigiMed, Shanghai, China). The altered genes were inferred and compared to Western patients from TCGA cohorts. RESULTS Compared to the TCGA-HNSC cohort, FGFR3 mutation was identified as a novel target in SYSU-HNSC with therapeutic potential. Compared to the TCGA-CESC cohort, some epigenetic regulation-associated genes were frequently mutated in SYSU-CESC cohort (KMT2C, KMT2D, KDM5C, KMT2A). CONCLUSION In summary, our study provides unbiased insights into the genetic landscape of HNSC and CESC in the Chinese population and highlights potential novel therapeutic targets that may benefit Chinese patients.
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- Qunxing Li
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Malignant Tumor Epigenetics and Gene Regulation, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Hainan General Hospital, Haikou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Malignant Tumor Epigenetics and Gene Regulation, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Guanghua School of Stomatology, Hospital of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Guangdong Agriculture and Reclamation Central Hospital, Zhanjiang, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Malignant Tumor Epigenetics and Gene Regulation, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Malignant Tumor Epigenetics and Gene Regulation, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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Yuvnik T, Chia L, Laura OC, Tieu TT, Mahesh K, Bradley B, Daron C, Chris W. Differences in geometric patterns of failure in human papillomavirus ( HPV)-associated and HPV-non-associated oropharyngeal cancer after definitive radiotherapy. Head Neck 2024; 46:552-560. [PMID: 38108534 DOI: 10.1002/hed.27606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the spatial pattern of locoregional recurrences in patients diagnosed with HPV-associated and HPV-non-associated oropharyngeal SCC (OPSCC) treated with definitive radiotherapy. METHODS AND MATERIALS Patients who had locoregional recurrence following definitive intensity-modulated radiation therapy were identified at a single tertiary institution. Target volumes were delineated according to the latest consensus international guidelines. Recurrences were classified into five categories based on radiotherapy dose distribution and target volume, using a previously validated methodology; type A (central high dose), type B (peripheral high dose), type C (central elective dose), type D (peripheral elective dose), and type E (extraneous dose). The types of failure were compared between p16-positive and p16-negative tumors using the Pearson chi-square test. RESULTS Fifty-eight locoregional recurrences were observed in 36 patients. The majority of recurrences were in nodal locations (66%, 38/58). Among these, 34 (59%) were classified as type A, 6 (10%) as type B, 9 (15%) as type C, 5 (9%) as type D, and 4 (7%) as type E failure. A significant difference was found in the types of failure between p16-positive and p16-negative tumors (X2 9.52, p = 0.044). p16-negative tumors were more likely to have recurrences in a peripheral location compared to p16-positive tumors (32% vs. 7%). p16-positive tumor were more likely to have extraneous recurrences (17% vs. 0%). CONCLUSION Our study results identified a significant difference in patterns of locoregional failure among patients diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer following consensus-based tumor delineation and modern radiotherapy. Further confirmatory pattern of failure studies are required to enable greater individualization of radiotherapy for patients diagnosed with oropharyngeal malignancy in the future.
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- Trada Yuvnik
- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Sydney, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Canberra Region Cancer Centre, Garran, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
- John Hunter Hospital - Surgical Services, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Calvary Mater Newcastle - Radiation Oncology, Waratah, New South Wales, Australia
- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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Tan JHJ, Neesham D, Szabo RA, Khomko N, Yap D, Wrede CDH. Colposcopy performance in the new primary HPV screening in Australia: How to determine colposcopy competency? Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol 2024. [PMID: 38425311 DOI: 10.1111/ajo.13807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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AIMS To assess colposcopic performance and determine indicators for competency within the new Australian primary human papillomavirus (HPV) cervical screening program. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective observational study of 4542 women seen at The Royal Women's Hospital Colposcopy Clinic in Melbourne, from 1 December 2017 to 31 July 2020 after a higher-risk cervical screening test (CST) result. RESULTS Histological CIN2+ was detected in 25.1% up to two years from first colposcopy visit (FCV). The majority (86.7%) of CIN2+ was detected early within the first six months of presentation. Biopsy rate overall was 96.1% with abnormal colposcopic impression. Of four colposcopists with a lower biopsy rate, only one was able to achieve this early detection rate. Biopsy was also taken in over 30% of cases with negative reflex cytology and normal colposcopy, with CIN2+ detected in 5.0% among positive HPV16/18 and 3.8% with non-16/18 HPV. Positive predictive value of high-grade colposcopic impression at FCV averaged 66.4% (range: 54.9-81.6% among our colposcopists) and is poorly correlated with early detection rate of CIN2+. Overall accuracy of colposcopy is 84.5% (range: 78.7-90.3%), buoyed by high true negative colposcopic predictions secondary to high rates of negative reflex cytology referral with the new screening algorithm and is also unlikely to be a useful colposcopy indicator. CONCLUSIONS Early detection rate of CIN2+ within the first six months of presentation is a useful measure of colposcopy competency and we would encourage our National Cancer Screening Register to explore this with the participating colposcopists.
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- Jeffrey H J Tan
- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Oncology & Dysplasia, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Sechi I, Muresu N, Di Lorenzo B, Saderi L, Puci M, Aliberti S, Maida I, Mondoni M, Piana A, Sotgiu G. Pulmonary Involvement in Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis: A Systematic Review. Infect Dis Rep 2024; 16:200-215. [PMID: 38525763 PMCID: PMC10961772 DOI: 10.3390/idr16020016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is a non-malignant disease, characterized by the production of wart-like growths in the respiratory tract, affecting both young people and adults (juvenile-onset recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, JORRP, and adult-onset recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, AORRP, respectively). Infection caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) is known as the main factor involved in RRP development. Complications of RRP may rarely occur, including lung involvement and malignant transformation. The present systematic review aimed to evaluate the prevalence of severe complications, such as lung involvement and lung tumor in JORRP and AORRP patients, and assess the role of HPV genotypes in the progression of disease severity following the guideline for reporting systematic reviews and meta-analysis (PRISMA Statement). A total of 378 studies were found on PubMed and Scopus using the following MESH terms: "recurrent respiratory papillomatosis and lung tumor" and "pulmonary tumor and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis". Basing on inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 11 studies were included in the systematic review. We found a pooled prevalence of 8% (95% CI: 4-14%; I2: 87.5%) for lung involvement in RRP patients. In addition, we found a pooled risk difference of 5% in lung involvement between JORRP and AORRP (95% CI: -7-18%; I2: 85.6%, p-value: 0.41). Among patients with lung involvement, we observed a pooled prevalence of lung tumor of 4% (95% CI:1-7%; I2: 67.1%) and a pooled prevalence mortality for this group of 4% (95% CI:2-6%; I2: 0%). Overall, the positivity rate for HPV-6 and -11 in patients with RRP was 91%. Considering only cases with pulmonary involvement, the pooled prevalence for HPV-11 was 21% (95% CI: 5-45%; I2: 77.2%). Our results evidenced a low/middle risk of pulmonary involvement and lung tumor in JORRP and AORRP patients, with an increased risk for HPV-11-positive patients. Further studies should be performed to improve knowledge and adopt preventive measures to contrast the progression to severe diseases in RRP patients.
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- Illari Sechi
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (I.S.); (I.M.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy;
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Medicine, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (B.D.L.); (M.P.)
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Medicine, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (B.D.L.); (M.P.)
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Medicine, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (B.D.L.); (M.P.)
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, 20072 Pieve Emanuele, Italy;
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (I.S.); (I.M.); (A.P.)
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- Respiratory Unit, Department of Health Sciences, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (I.S.); (I.M.); (A.P.)
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Statistics Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Medicine, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy; (B.D.L.); (M.P.)
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Zhou J, Liu Y, Zhang Y, Ling F, Zheng J, Yao X, Lyu Z, Feng H, Li Y. Comprehensive analysis of a novel subtype of immune microenvironment-derived HPV-infected colorectal cancer. Microbes Infect 2024:105315. [PMID: 38417673 DOI: 10.1016/j.micinf.2024.105315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/01/2024]
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BACKGROUND The current study proposed a novel subtype, Human papillomavirus (HPV)-infected colorectal cancer (CRC), to understand the impact of HPV on CRC. METHODS We assessed the prevalence and clinical implications of HPV in CRC by integrating a single cohort in Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital and public datasets. Differential gene, pathway enrichment, and immune infiltration analysis were conducted to explore the patterns in HPV-infected CRC. Quantitative polymerase chain reaction, cell proliferation, scratch, and flow cytometry assays were employed to validate the impact of HPV on CRC. RESULTS The study revealed a high prevalence of HPV infection in CRC, with infection rates ranging from 10% to 31%. There was also a significant increase in tumor proliferation in HPV-infected CRC. The study showed increased immune cell infiltration, including T cells, γδ T cells, cytotoxic cells, and plasmacytoid dendritic cells in HPV-infected CRC (P < 0.05). Furthermore, our findings confirmed that HPV infection promoted M1 polarization. Our results demonstrated that low ISM2 expression was associated with a less advanced clinical stage (P < 0.001) and better survival outcomes (P = 0.039). Low ISM2 expression correlated with a strong tumor immune response, potentially contributing to the improved survival observed in HPV-infected CRC. CONCLUSIONS These findings provided a novel subtype of HPV-infected CRC. The subtype with a better prognosis showed a "hot" tumor immune microenvironment that may be responsive to immunotherapy.
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- Jianlong Zhou
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China; Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital Ganzhou Hospital (Ganzhou Municipal Hospital), Ganzhou, 341000, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China; School of Medicine, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510006, China.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510080, China; School of Medicine, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510006, China.
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Chioreanu A, Balica NC, Mot CI, Bugari R, Morar R, Baderca F, Marti TD, Boru C, Avram CR, Dema S, Vulcanescu DD, Horhat DI. A Retrospective Analysis from Western Romania Comparing the Treatment and Survivability of p16-Positive versus p16-Negative Oropharyngeal Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:945. [PMID: 38473308 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16050945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Oropharyngeal cancer is a global health concern due to its multifaceted nature. Recent molecular studies have linked p16 overexpression, associated with the human papillomavirus, to oropharyngeal cancer and its prognostic implications. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective study in Western Romania examined 60 patients, categorizing them based on p16 biomarker status: 28 were p16 positive, and 32 were p16 negative. Statistical tests, including Fisher's exact and chi2, were used for analysis. RESULTS Patients with p16-positive oropharyngeal cancer exhibited a better prognosis (3-year survival, p = 0.0477; midtreatment, p = 0.0349) and reported lower alcohol (p = 0.0046) and tobacco (p < 0.0001) use. CONCLUSIONS The study highlights the importance of p16 testing in oropharyngeal carcinoma diagnosis. It suggests modifying treatment approaches based on p16 status and underscores the differing prognoses associated with p16-positive and p16-negative cases.
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- Alexandru Chioreanu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Otorhinolaryngology Clinic, Emergency City Hospital, 300054 Timișoara, Romania
- OftalmoSensory-Tumor Research Center-ORL (EYE-ENT), "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Otorhinolaryngology Clinic, Emergency City Hospital, 300054 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaringology, "Vasile Goldis" Western University of Arad, 310045 Arad, Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Microscopic Morphology/Histology, Angiogenesis Research Center, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Service of Pathology, Emergency City Hospital, 300254 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Medicine, "Vasile Goldis" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 310414 Arad, Romania
- Department of Microbiology, Emergency County Hospital, 310037 Arad, Romania
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- Department of Medicine, "Vasile Goldis" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 310414 Arad, Romania
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- Department of Residential Training and Post-University Courses, "Vasile Goldis" Western University, 310414 Arad, Romania
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- Discipline of Radiology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Microbiology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Multidisciplinary Research Center on Antimicrobial Resistance (MULTI-REZ), Department of Microbiology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Otorhinolaryngology Clinic, Emergency City Hospital, 300054 Timișoara, Romania
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Evans LK, Azar SS, Chen H, Saad M, Subhash S, Su-Velez BM, St John MA. Improving HPV-Related Oropharyngeal Cancer Knowledge and HPV Vaccination Rates via Virtual Workshops. Laryngoscope 2024. [PMID: 38400791 DOI: 10.1002/lary.31351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To validate the efficacy of a virtual, interdisciplinary workshop in improving HPV knowledge, and vaccination practices among primary care and dental trainees. METHODS A virtual platform was utilized to hold HPV educational workshops with primary care and dental trainees. Online surveys were distributed before and after the 1-h interactive workshop, led by otolaryngology residents. Surveys included the workshop's impact on (a) improving knowledge of HPV-associated oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) and (b) affecting change in HPV vaccination practices. The vaccination rates of trainees were recorded prior to and after workshop attendance. RESULTS After the workshop, participants demonstrated significantly improved scores related to knowledge of HPV in the head and neck (p = 0.003) and showed an increased comfort level with counseling on HPV vaccination (p = 0.002). Respondents were also more aware that the HPV vaccine is approved to prevent OPSCC (61% vs. 95%, p < 0.05). Ninety-seven percent of respondents stated that the workshop changed their HPV vaccination practices, and 95% of those not fully vaccinated stated they would now be more likely to receive the vaccine themselves. There was a significant increase in the average number of HPV vaccines administered at the studied trainee clinic, from 16.83 vaccines/month to 37.6 vaccines/month (percent increase = 123%) in 5 months following the workshop (p = 0.002). CONCLUSION The present interactive virtual workshop demonstrates efficacy in improving HPV-related knowledge and vaccination practices among trainees. The virtual nature of the course facilitates knowledge transfer and can be used to foster multi-institutional partnerships regarding medical education and vaccination efforts. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 4 Laryngoscope, 2024.
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- Lauran K Evans
- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, Sylmar, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Irvine School of Medicine, Irvine, California, U.S.A
- Department of Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Orange, California, U.S.A
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
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Kılınç İşleyen E, Korkmaz Aslan G, Kartal A. Knowledge and Perceptions About Cervical Cancer and Human Papillomavirus, and Relationship with E-health Literacy, and Affecting Factors Among Female University Students. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2024. [PMID: 38394226 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2023.0173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Purpose: The aim of this study is to reveal female university students' knowledge and perceptions about cervical cancer (CC) and human papillomavirus (HPV), and relationship with e-health literacy (e-HL). It also aims to determine the predictors affecting CC and HPV. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 589 female university students in Türkiye. Data were collected using a "Cervical Cancer and HPV Awareness Questionnaire" and an "E-health Literacy Scale (e-HLS)." Analysis involved Pearson correlation analysis, Independent Sample t-test, one-way analysis of variance, and Linear Regression analysis. Results: Results indicate that female students exhibited a low level of knowledge and perception about CC and HPV. Only 2.90% of students reported being vaccinated, while 39.90% had sexual experience. Higher knowledge levels were observed among married individuals, those familiar with HPV and the HPV vaccine, those who had undergone Pap smear tests, sexually active individuals, and consistent condom users. e-HL had a positive impact on knowledge and perceived threat about CC and HPV. The affecting predictors for knowledge about CC and HPV were found to be e-HLS (β = 0.911), having prior knowledge of HPV (β = 0.201), and being aware of the HPV vaccine (β = 0.172). In terms of perceived threat, the affecting predictors were e-HLS (β = 0.207), having heard of HPV (β = 0.101), and having knowledge of the HPV vaccine (β = 0.092). Conclusion: e-HL emerged as a crucial predictor positively influencing knowledge and perceptions about CC and HPV. This suggests the potential for organizing digital health campaigns to enhance awareness and understanding of CC and HPV.
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- Eda Kılınç İşleyen
- Department of Public Health Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Uşak University, Uşak, Turkey
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- Department of Public Health Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey
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- Department of Public Health Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey
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Redd DS, Altman JD, Jensen JL, Sloan-Aagard CD, Crook TB, Asay AE, Nielson BU, Larson RJ, Miner DS, Poole BD. A Randomized Study to Determine the Effect of a Culturally Focused Video Intervention on Improving HPV Vaccine Intentions in a Christian Population in the United States. J Community Health 2024:10.1007/s10900-024-01327-8. [PMID: 38393654 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-024-01327-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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Safe and effective vaccines have been developed that protect against high-risk strains of HPV, but uptake is relatively low. We previously identified factors such as sexual attitudes and HPV knowledge that impact the intent of Christian parents to vaccinate their children against HPV. We hypothesized that culturally specific interventions in the form of short videos would be effective at improving HPV vaccine intentions and attitudes. We made three short educational videos, one with a Christian focus, one informational about HPV, and one control. Videos were distributed electronically with accompanying surveys, and responses were measured before and after watching a randomly selected video. The religious-focused and educational interventions significantly (p < 0.0001, p = 0.0015) improved intentions towards HPV vaccination. The religiously-focused video also significantly diminished the belief that the HPV vaccine is unnecessary because of a family's values (p = 0.014). Parents significantly credited both interventions with improving their intent to vaccinate their children against HPV (p < 0.001 for both). These results suggest that culturally focused educational interventions are effective at influencing vaccine intentions and attitudes, even when those are based on religious or cultural feelings. Highly specific interventions are likely to be necessary for optimal improvement in vaccine hesitancy.
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- David S Redd
- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Biology, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Brigham Young University, 3138 LSB, Provo, UT, 84602, USA.
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Furlan KC, Saeed-Vafa D, Mathew TM, Saller JJ, Tabbara SO, Boyle TA, Wenig BM, Hernandez-Prera JC. Utility of UV Signature Mutations in the Diagnostic Assessment of Metastatic Head and Neck Carcinomas of Unknown Primary. Head Neck Pathol 2024; 18:11. [PMID: 38393464 PMCID: PMC10891032 DOI: 10.1007/s12105-024-01620-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Metastatic carcinoma of unknown primary origin to the head and neck lymph nodes (HNCUP) engenders unique diagnostic considerations. In many cases, the detection of a high-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) unearths an occult oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). In metastatic HR-HPV-independent carcinomas, other primary sites should be considered, including cutaneous malignancies that can mimic HR-HPV-associated SCC. In this context, ultraviolet (UV) signature mutations, defined as ≥ 60% C→T substitutions with ≥ 5% CC→TT substitutions at dipyrimidine sites, identified in tumors arising on sun exposed areas, are an attractive and underused tool in the setting of metastatic HNCUP. METHODS A retrospective review of institutional records focused on cases of HR-HPV negative HNCUP was conducted. All cases were subjected to next generation sequencing analysis to assess UV signature mutations. RESULTS We identified 14 HR-HPV negative metastatic HNCUP to either the cervical or parotid gland lymph nodes, of which, 11 (11/14, 79%) had UV signature mutations, including 4 (4/10, 40%) p16 positive cases. All UV signature mutation positive cases had at least one significant TP53 mutation and greater than 20 unique gene mutations. CONCLUSION The management of metastatic cutaneous carcinomas significantly differs from other HNCUP especially metastatic HR-HPV-associated SCC; therefore, the observation of a high percentage of C→T with CC →TT substitutions should be routinely incorporated in next generation sequencing reports of HNCUP. UV mutational signatures testing is a robust diagnostic tool that can be utilized in daily clinical practice.
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- Karina Colossi Furlan
- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Moffitt Cancer Center 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA.
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Qi J, Dai C, Song L, Zhang J. Association between bacterial vaginosis with human papillomavirus in the United States (NHANES 2003-2004). BMC Womens Health 2024; 24:138. [PMID: 38388384 PMCID: PMC10882805 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-024-02956-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The balance of vaginal microecology is closely related to human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cervical lesions. This study aims to investigate the relationship between bacterial vaginosis (BV) and HPV infection. METHODS In total, 1,310 individuals from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2003-2004) were included in this study. Logistic regression and subgroup analyses were used to examine the association between BV and HPV infection. RESULTS A significant positive association was observed between BV and HPV infection in women after adjustment for other confounders (OR = 1.47, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.15-1.88). In subgroup analyses, we have found this positive correlation was most prominent among Mexican Americans (OR = 1.83, 95% CI: 1.08-3.08) and non-Hispanic blacks (OR = 1.81, 95% CI: 1.08-3.04). CONCLUSIONS This cross-sectional study demonstrated a positive association between BV and HPV infection in women.
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- Jie Qi
- Department of Gynecology, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, 050000, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, 050000, China.
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- Department of Gynecology, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, 050000, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, 050000, China
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Lai CY, Lee TY, Lin CH. Perceptions of Taiwanese college students toward human papillomavirus infection: A qualitative descriptive study. J Pediatr Nurs 2024; 76:124-131. [PMID: 38382187 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2024.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to explore college students' perceptions of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and their thoughts on prevention measures. DESIGN AND METHODS A qualitative descriptive design was used. The study adopted purposive sampling at two universities in northern Taiwan and one in central Taiwan. Twenty-six college students participated, and data saturation was reached. Content analysis was undertaken. RESULTS Four main themes emerged from the data narratives: 1) having very little knowledge of HPV infection, 2) being concerned about outcomes of HPV infection, 3) taking measures to protect oneself, and 4) expecting to have HPV prevention resources. CONCLUSIONS The results indicated that college students needed a more complete understanding of HPV and prevention methods to protect themselves from infection. Schools were an ideal place to provide adequate information on HPV prevention. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS The study suggested providing HPV-related information through school health centers and government health departments to resolve common questions and misunderstandings about HPV infection. Healthcare professionals should have a complete understanding of HPV-related knowledge in order to provide detailed information to young people.
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- Ching-Yi Lai
- Department of Nursing, Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taichung, Taiwan.
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- School of Nursing, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management, Taipei, Taiwan.
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Khalil MI, Yang C, Vu L, Chadha S, Nabors H, James CD, Morgan IM, Pyeon D. The membrane-associated ubiquitin ligase MARCHF8 stabilizes the human papillomavirus oncoprotein E7 by degrading CUL1 and UBE2L3 in head and neck cancer. J Virol 2024; 98:e0172623. [PMID: 38226814 PMCID: PMC10878100 DOI: 10.1128/jvi.01726-23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
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The human papillomavirus (HPV) oncoprotein E7 is a relatively short-lived protein required for HPV-driven cancer development and maintenance. E7 is degraded through ubiquitination mediated by cullin 1 (CUL1) and the ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme E2 L3 (UBE2L3). However, E7 proteins are maintained at high levels in most HPV-positive cancer cells. A previous proteomics study has shown that UBE2L3 and CUL1 protein levels are increased by the knockdown of the E3 ubiquitin ligase membrane-associated ring-CH-type finger 8 (MARCHF8). We have recently demonstrated that HPV16 upregulates MARCHF8 expression in HPV-positive keratinocytes and head and neck cancer (HPV+ HNC) cells. Here, we report that MARCHF8 stabilizes the HPV16 E7 protein by degrading the components of the S-phase kinase-associated protein 1-CUL1-F-box ubiquitin ligase complex in HPV+ HNC cells. We found that MARCHF8 knockdown in HPV+ HNC cells drastically decreases the HPV16 E7 protein level while increasing the CUL1 and UBE2L3 protein levels. We further revealed that the MARCHF8 protein binds to and ubiquitinates CUL1 and UBE2L3 proteins and that MARCHF8 knockdown enhances the ubiquitination of the HPV16 E7 protein. Conversely, the overexpression of CUL1 and UBE2L3 in HPV+ HNC cells decreases HPV16 E7 protein levels and suppresses tumor growth in vivo. Our findings suggest that HPV-induced MARCHF8 prevents the degradation of the HPV16 E7 protein in HPV+ HNC cells by ubiquitinating and degrading CUL1 and UBE2L3 proteins.IMPORTANCESince human papillomavirus (HPV) oncoprotein E7 is essential for virus replication; HPV has to maintain high levels of E7 expression in HPV-infected cells. However, HPV E7 can be efficiently ubiquitinated by a ubiquitin ligase and degraded by proteasomes in the host cell. Mechanistically, the E3 ubiquitin ligase complex cullin 1 (CUL1) and ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme E2 L3 (UBE2L3) components play an essential role in E7 ubiquitination and degradation. Here, we show that the membrane ubiquitin ligase membrane-associated ring-CH-type finger 8 (MARCHF8) induced by HPV16 E6 stabilizes the E7 protein by degrading CUL1 and UBE2L3 and blocking E7 degradation through proteasomes. MARCHF8 knockout restores CUL1 and UBE2L3 expression, decreasing E7 protein levels and inhibiting the proliferation of HPV-positive cancer cells. Additionally, overexpression of CUL1 or UBE2L3 decreases E7 protein levels and suppresses in vivo tumor growth. Our results suggest that HPV16 maintains high E7 protein levels in the host cell by inducing MARCHF8, which may be critical for cell proliferation and tumorigenesis.
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- Mohamed I. Khalil
- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
- Department of Molecular Biology, National Research Centre, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Philips Institute for Oral Health Research, School of Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, USA
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- Philips Institute for Oral Health Research, School of Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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Lu Y, Wu Q, Wang L, Ji L. Chlamydia trachomatis enhances HPV persistence through immune modulation. BMC Infect Dis 2024; 24:229. [PMID: 38378486 PMCID: PMC10880247 DOI: 10.1186/s12879-024-09094-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024] Open
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Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) is the most common sexually transmitted infections globally, and CT infection can enhance HPV persistence. Epidemiological analysis has shown that patients with CT/HPV coinfection have a higher risk of developing cervical cancer and exhibit more rapid progression to cervical cancer than patients with HPV infection alone. However, the mechanism has not been fully elucidated. Here, we report that CT infection supports HPV persistence by further suppressing the functions of Langerhans cells (LCs); in particular, CT further activates the PI3K pathway and inhibits the MAPK pathways in LCs, and these pathways are frequently involved in the regulation of immune responses. CT/HPV coinfection also impairs LC functions by reducing the antigen-presenting ability and density of LCs. Moreover, CT/HPV coinfection can alter T-cell subsets, resulting in fewer CD4 + and CD8 + T cells and more infiltrating Tregs. Moreover, CT/HPV coinfection decreases the CD4 + /CD8 + T cell ratio to below 1, coinfection also induces greater T lymphocytes' apoptosis than HPV infection, thus impairing cell-mediated immunity and accelerating the progress to cervical cancer.
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- Yingying Lu
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Seventh People's Hospital , Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200199, China.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Zhabei Central Hospital, Shanghai, 200070, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Zhabei Central Hospital, Shanghai, 200070, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Zhabei Central Hospital, Shanghai, 200070, China
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Tesfaye E, Kumbi B, Mandefro B, Hemba Y, Prajapati KK, Singh SC, Upadhye V, Hajare ST. Prevalence of human papillomavirus infection and associated factors among women attending cervical cancer screening in setting of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Sci Rep 2024; 14:4053. [PMID: 38374354 PMCID: PMC10876560 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-54754-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are circular, nonenveloped small double-stranded DNA viruses that infect stratified epithelium and can cause a number of life-threatening diseases. HPV is the central risk factor for developing cervical cancer and is estimated that approximately 98% of this disease is associated with oncogenic types of HPV. HPV infection leads to an estimated 266,000 cervical cancer deaths annually. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of HPV infection and risk factors associated with cervical lesion among women attending the cervical cancer screening clinic at the Ethiopian Family Guidance Association, Addis Ababa. A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence of HPV infection. Data were collected using a questionnaire and samples leftover from cervical screening were taken. The leftover swab was air dried and DNA was extracted and amplified by using a PCR. A total of 247 women were included in the study. The prevalence of HPV was 9.72% among the population studied. Of all participants, 27.13% were positive for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia-1 (CIN1). CIN1 positivity was found in half of HPV positive women. Among HPV positive women, half of them had started sexual intercourse at ages 12-17 years and 41.66% were women who gave birth at ages 12-17 years. The high prevalence of HPV and the CIN1 positive group were ages 36-57 and women with multiple sexual partners. The other groups with the highest CIN1 positive were 22.39% grade (9-12) and 20.9% primary (1-8) and uneducated women. Among HPV positive women, 83.33% had an abortion history and 80% miscarried in the first trimester. Among the CIN1 positives, 53.73% had more than two sexual partners. Among HPV positive women, half of them were users of contraception methods. In conclusion, the highest prevalence of HPV is among women who began sexual intercourse earlier and who gave birth at 12-17 years of age, have an abortion history, with MSP and oral contraceptive methods users. In addition to HPV, early pregnancy and sexual intercourse at 12-17 years of age, abortion, MSP, and oral hormonal contraceptives are factors in cervical cancer. Finally, most women do not have enough knowledge and awareness about cervical cancer and the risk factor.
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- Elsa Tesfaye
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Biomedical Science, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Dilla University, SNNPR, 419, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Biomedical Science, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Dilla University, SNNPR, 419, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Biomedical Science, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Dilla University, SNNPR, 419, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Biomedical Science, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Dilla University, SNNPR, 419, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- Research & Development cell, Institute of Applied Sciences,Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Biomedical Science, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Dilla University, SNNPR, 419, Dilla, Ethiopia.
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Meneses-León J, Hernández-Salazar S, Torres-Ibarra L, Hernández-López R, Rivera-Paredez B, Robles-Rivera K, Lazcano-Ponce E, García-Vera A, Godínez-Pérez M, León-Maldonado L, Salmerón J. Performance of urine samples compared to cervical samples for detection of precancer lesions among HPV-positive women attending colposcopy clinic in Mexico City. Cancer Causes Control 2024:10.1007/s10552-024-01852-w. [PMID: 38368574 DOI: 10.1007/s10552-024-01852-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND High-risk human papillomavirus (hrHPV) detection in self-collected urine samples (SeCUS) may be a promising alternative for cervical cancer screening because of its greater acceptability, as long as it can offer comparable sensitivity to clinician-collected cervical samples (CCoS) for detecting precancer lesions. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the performance of the SeCUS compared to that of the CCoS for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3 (CIN3) detection among hrHPV-positive women receiving colposcopy in Mexico City using different specific extended HPV typing procedures: HPV16/18, HPV16/18/35/39/68 or HPV16/18/35/39/68/31. METHODS From March 2017 to August 2018, 4,158 female users of the cervical cancer screening program at Tlalpan Sanitary Jurisdiction in Mexico City were invited to participate in the FRIDA-Tlalpan study. All participants provided ≥ 30 mL of SeCUS, and then a CCoS was obtained with Cervex-Brush®, which was used for hrHPV typing. Participants who tested positive for hrHPV in CCoS were referred for colposcopy for diagnostic confirmation, and all SeCUS of these women were also tested for hrHPV typing. RESULTS In total, 561 hrHPV-positive women were identified by CCoS via colposcopy, and 82.2% of the SeCUS of these women were also hrHPV positive. From both CCoS and SeCUS, 7 cases of CIN3 were detected. Considering HPV16/18 typing, CCoS and SeCUS detected 4 cases of CIN3, but after HPV16/18/35/39/68/31 extension typing, both CCoS and SeCUS detected all 7 of the CIN3 cases among the hrHPV-positive women. CONCLUSIONS Using extended hrHPV typing based on HPV16/18/35/39/68/31, our results suggest that the performance of SeCUS may be equivalent to that of CCoS for detecting CIN3 lesions. Although our results are inconclusive, they support the hypothesis that SeCUS may be an attractive alternative worthy of further research.
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- Joacim Meneses-León
- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación en Salud Poblacional, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
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- Oficina de Análisis del Plan de Salud, Subgerencia Técnica del Plan de Salud, Gerencia de Administración del Plan de Salud, Banco de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación en Salud Poblacional, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
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- Facultad de Medicina, Centro de Investigación en Políticas, Población y Salud, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico, Mexico.
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Gezimu W, Bekele F, Bekana T, Demeke A. Males' Access to Human Papillomavirus Vaccination in Resource-Limited Settings. Immunotargets Ther 2024; 13:95-98. [PMID: 38390613 PMCID: PMC10882276 DOI: 10.2147/itt.s451659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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The human papillomavirus is known to cause cervical and anogenital cancer and benign anogenital and cutaneous warts. Both males and females can contract the virus during sexual intercourse and skin-to-skin contact. Communities in low- and middle-income countries, including Africa, are particularly suffering from human papillomavirus-related diseases, mainly cervical cancer. Vaccination is the most economical and efficient prevention strategy to control human papillomavirus-related diseases. Undoubtedly, to control all types of human papillomavirus-related morbidity and mortality, the entire at-risk, sexually active population needs to be vaccinated regardless of their sex. However, the vaccination program, particularly in Africa, the world's most resource-limited region, is habitually limited to the female population, considering only the burden of cervical cancer. We think that it is impossible to fully mitigate the human papillomavirus infection by vaccinating only the female population, while males can carry and pass the virus. In addition, marginalizing males from this program seems to violate gender inequality and their sexual and reproductive health rights. Hence, we voice the need for global and local governments to consider and customize human papillomavirus vaccination programs for the male population. Also, it is better to consider the male population in different research studies regarding human papillomavirus-related malignant and benign conditions.
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- Wubishet Gezimu
- Department of Nursing, College of Health Science, Mattu University, Mattu, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Health Science, Wallaga University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, College of Health Science, Mattu University, Mattu, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, College of Medical and Health Science, Dilla University, Dilla, Ethiopia
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Anaya-Saavedra G, Vázquez-Garduño M. Oral HPV-associated dysplasia: is koilocytic dysplasia a separate entity? Front Oral Health 2024; 5:1363556. [PMID: 38433947 PMCID: PMC10904607 DOI: 10.3389/froh.2024.1363556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Oral epithelial dysplasia associated with high-risk HPV infection has received different names since its initial description, such as oral Bowenoid lesions, HPV-associated intraepithelial neoplasia, and oral koilocytic dysplasia. Some features, identified in more or less quantity in some of the descriptions, like apoptotic keratinocytes, karyorrhexis, and mitosoid figures, are intricately connected to viral transcriptional status and, consequently, viral load. Since the variety in terminology has introduced diagnostic confusion within medical and research communities, establishing a uniform and standardized approach to diagnosing HPV-oral epithelial dysplasia is crucial for accurate and early diagnoses and holds significant implications for patient outcomes, particularly in high-risk individuals.
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- Gabriela Anaya-Saavedra
- Oral Pathology and Medicine Postgraduate Program, Health Care Department, Metropolitan Autonomous University, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Oral Pathology and Medicine Postgraduate Program, Health Care Department, Metropolitan Autonomous University, Mexico City, Mexico
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Peng Y, Xiao S, Zuo W, Xie Y, Xiao Y. Potential diagnostic value of miRNAs in sexually transmitted infections. Gene 2024; 895:147992. [PMID: 37977319 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2023.147992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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MiRNAs are small endogenous non-coding RNAs that have been demonstrated to be involved in post-transcriptional gene silencing, regulating a number of metabolic functions in the human body, including immune response, cellular physiology, organ development, angiogenesis, signaling, and other aspects. As popular molecules that have been studied in previous years, given their extensive regulatory functions, miRNAs hold considerable promise as non-invasive biomarkers. Sexually transmitted infections(STIs) are still widespread and have an adverse effect on individuals, communities, and society worldwide. miRNAs in the regulatory networks are generally involved in their molecular processes of formation and development. In this review, we discuss the value of miRNAs for the diagnosis of STIs.
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- Yunchi Peng
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China.
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Tarozzi M, Baruzzi E, Decani S, Tincati C, Santoro A, Moneghini L, Lodi G, Sardella A, Carrassi A, Varoni EM. HIV-Related Oral Mucosa Lesions: A Cross-Sectional Study on a Cohort of Italian Patients. Biomedicines 2024; 12:436. [PMID: 38398038 PMCID: PMC10886531 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12020436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection can be associated with oral mucosal diseases, including oral candidiasis and HPV infection, which are putative indicators of the immune status. AIM AND METHODS This retrospective cross-sectional study was aimed at assessing the prevalence of HIV-related oral mucosal lesions in a cohort of Italian HIV+ patients regularly attending the Clinics of Infectious Diseases. RESULTS One hundred seventy-seven (n = 177) patients were enrolled and 30 (16.9%) of them showed HIV-related diseases of the oral mucosa. They were mainly found in male patients over 35 years old, undergoing Combination Antiretroviral Therapy (cART), and with CD4+ count < 500/µL. Oral candidiasis was the most common HIV-related oral lesion. No significant correlations could be detected between the prevalence of HPV infection and other clinical parameters (lymphocyte count, cART treatment and viral load). CONCLUSIONS HIV-related oral mucosal diseases can correlate with immunosuppression. Early diagnosis and management of oral lesions in HIV+ patients should be part of the regular follow-up, from a multidisciplinary perspective of collaboration between oral medicine and infectious disease specialists, in an attempt to reduce morbidity due to oral lesions and modulate antiretroviral therapy according to the patient's immune status.
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- Marco Tarozzi
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milano, Italy; (C.T.); (A.S.)
- Clinica di Malattie Infettive, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milano, Italy; (C.T.); (A.S.)
- Clinica di Malattie Infettive, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Anatomia Patologica, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Chirurgiche ed Odontoiatriche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20142 Milano, Italy; (M.T.); (E.B.); (S.D.); (G.L.); (A.S.); (A.C.)
- Odontostomatologia II, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo—Presidio Ospedaliero San Paolo, 20142 Milano, Italy
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Baudouin R, Tartour E, Badoual C, Hans S. Hypothesis of a CD137/Eomes activating axis for effector T cells in HPV oropharyngeal cancers. Mol Med 2024; 30:26. [PMID: 38355394 PMCID: PMC10868089 DOI: 10.1186/s10020-024-00796-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Chronic Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection is supplanting alcohol and tobacco intoxications as the leading cause of oropharyngeal cancer in developed countries. HPV-related squamous cell carcinomas of the oropharynx (HPV + OSC) present better survival and respond better to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Regulatory T cells (TREG) are mainly described as immunosuppressive and protumoral in most solid cancers. However, TREG are paradoxically associated with a better prognosis in HPV + OSCs. The transcription factor FoxP3 is the basis for the identification of TREG. Among CD4 + FoxP3 + T cells, some have effector functions. A medical hypothesis is formulated here: the existence of a CD137 (4.1BB)-Eomesodermin (Eomes) activated pathway downstream of TCR-specific activation in a subpopulation of CD4 + FoxP3 + T cells may explain this effector function. Evidence suggest that this axis may exist either in CD4 + FoxP3 + T cells or CD8 + T cells. This pathway could lead T cells to strong antitumor cytotoxic activity in a tumor-specific manner. Furthermore, CD137 is one of the most expected targets for the development of agonist immunotherapies. The identification of CD137 + Eomes + FoxP3+/- T cells could be a key element in the selective activation of the most anti-tumor cells in the HPV + OSC microenvironment.
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- Robin Baudouin
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Foch Hospital, 40 rue Worth, 92 150, Suresnes, France.
- School of Medicine, UFR Simone Veil, Université Versailles Saint-Quentin-en- Yvelines (Paris Saclay University), 2 Av. de la Source de la Bièvre, Montigny- le-Bretonneux, 78 180, France.
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- Université Paris Cite, INSERM, PARCC, Hôpital européen Georges Pompidou, Service d'Immunologie biologique, 20, Rue Leblanc, Paris, 75015, France
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- Hôpital européen Georges Pompidou, Service d'anatomopathologie, 20, Rue Leblanc, Paris, 75015, France
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Foch Hospital, 40 rue Worth, 92 150, Suresnes, France
- School of Medicine, UFR Simone Veil, Université Versailles Saint-Quentin-en- Yvelines (Paris Saclay University), 2 Av. de la Source de la Bièvre, Montigny- le-Bretonneux, 78 180, France
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Suominen NT, Luukkaala TH, Laprise C, Haataja MA, Grénman SE, Syrjänen SM, Louvanto K. Human Papillomavirus Concordance Between Parents and Their Newborn Offspring: Results From the Finnish Family Human Papillomavirus Study. J Infect Dis 2024; 229:448-456. [PMID: 37562006 PMCID: PMC10873173 DOI: 10.1093/infdis/jiad330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The knowledge on vertical human papillomavirus (HPV) transmission is limited. We aimed to determine whether HPV transmission from parents to their offspring occurs before or during birth. METHODS Altogether, 321 mothers, 134 fathers, and their 321 newborn offspring from the Finnish Family HPV study cohort were included. Parents' genital and oral brush samples and semen samples were collected for HPV testing at baseline (36 weeks of pregnancy). Oral, genital, and umbilical samples from the newborn and placenta samples were collected for HPV testing immediately after delivery. HPV risk for the newborn was calculated from the mother's and father's HPV status by using logistic regression analyses. RESULTS Concordances between mothers' and their newborns' HPV genotype at any site were statistically significant with HPV-6, -16, -18, -31, and -56; odds ratios (ORs) ranged from 3.41 (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.80-6.48) for HPV-16 to 634 (95% CI, 28.5-14 087) for HPV-31. Father-newborn HPV concordance was statistically significant with HPV-6 and HPV-31 (ORs, 4.89 [95% CI, 1.09-21.9] and 65.0 [95% CI, 2.92-1448], respectively). CONCLUSIONS The genotype-specific HPV concordance between parents and their newborn is suggestive for vertical HPV transmission. However, transmission from the father to the newborn remains more uncertain.
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- Nelli T Suominen
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vaasa Central Hospital, Vaasa, Finland
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- Research, Development and Innovation Center, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
- Health Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Tampere University, Tampere, Finland
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- Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Oral Pathology and Radiology, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Pathology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Oral Pathology and Radiology, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, Tampere, Finland
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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Eberly HW, Sciscent BY, Lorenz FJ, Rettig EM, Goyal N. Current and Emerging Diagnostic, Prognostic, and Predictive Biomarkers in Head and Neck Cancer. Biomedicines 2024; 12:415. [PMID: 38398017 PMCID: PMC10886579 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12020415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Head and neck cancers (HNC) are a biologically diverse set of cancers that are responsible for over 660,000 new diagnoses each year. Current therapies for HNC require a comprehensive, multimodal approach encompassing resection, radiation therapy, and systemic therapy. With an increased understanding of the mechanisms behind HNC, there has been growing interest in more accurate prognostic indicators of disease, effective post-treatment surveillance, and individualized treatments. This chapter will highlight the commonly used and studied biomarkers in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
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- Hänel W. Eberly
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA 17033, USA; (H.W.E.); (F.J.L.)
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA 17033, USA; (H.W.E.); (F.J.L.)
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA 17033, USA; (H.W.E.); (F.J.L.)
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02108, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA 17033, USA; (H.W.E.); (F.J.L.)
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Jiang S, Hu X, Peng X, Lei T. Effect of topical 5-aminolevulinic acid-mediated photodynamic therapy combined with CO 2 laser pretreatment for vaginal condyloma acuminate. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther 2024; 46:104008. [PMID: 38340885 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdpdt.2024.104008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Revised: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Condyloma acuminatum (CA) of the vagina is a sexually transmitted disease due to infection by human papilloma virus (HPV). The treatment efficacy of the conventional methods for vaginal CA is often unsatisfactory with a high recurrence rate. Topical 5-aminolevulinic acid-mediated photodynamic therapy (ALA-PDT) combined with CO2 laser pretreatment is a feasible approach for vaginal CA, but the effectiveness and safety need further evaluation. METHODS This study enrolled 15 patients with vaginal CA. All patients underwent CO2 laser ablation and then ALA-PDT for two or three cycles. The clinical efficacy and side effects were evaluated and analyzed during the treatment and 6 months after the treatment. RESULTS The wart lesions in 4 cases (26.7 %) disappeared after the first treatment. The wart lesions in 5 cases (33.3 %) disappeared after the second treatment. And 6 cases (40 %) needed three treatment cycles before the lesions disappeared completely. The complete response (CR) rate was 93.3 % (14/15) at 2 weeks after three treatment cycles. There were 5 cases (83.3 %) which have complete remission after 2 treatments in warts diameter <1 cm group. There were only 4 cases (44.4 %) which have complete remission after 2 treatments in diameter>1 cm group. All patients had CR without reoccurrence at 6 months after treatment. The side effects mainly included a mild or moderate burning or stinging sensation (26.7 %). There were no infection, ulcers and scars after treatment. CONCLUSION Topical 5-aminolevulinic acid-mediated photodynamic therapy combined with CO2 laser pretreatment is a safe and effective treatment for vaginal CA.
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- Shan Jiang
- Department of Dermatology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430010, China.
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- Department of Dermatology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430010, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430010, China
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- Department of Dermatology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430010, China
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Liu Y, Li Z. Vaginal pH value can affect the susceptibility to human papillomavirus infection. BMC Infect Dis 2024; 24:176. [PMID: 38331746 PMCID: PMC10854022 DOI: 10.1186/s12879-024-09074-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women, with persistent high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infection being responsible for its progression. In healthy, pre-menopausal women, the vaginal pH value is maintained at 3.8-4.5, but various factors can affect it. Previous studies have suggested the relationship between vaginal pH value and HPV infection. In this study, we aimed to explore the relationship between vaginal pH and susceptibility of HPV infection. METHODS In our study, we retrospectively collected medical information from women who underwent leukorrhea examination at our hospital. We excluded women with infectious diseases or cancer, those who were pregnant or within 6 months post-delivery, and those without HPV test results within 6 months. The association between percentage of HPV infection and vaginal pH value was analyzed. Furthermore, we prepared HPV pseudovirus (PsVs) by co-transfecting structure plasmids and report plasmids in 293FT cells. In vitro, we changed the pH value of cell culture medium to investigate its influence on HPV PsVs infection. In vivo, we changed mouse's vaginal pH value to investigate its influence on HPV PsVs infection. RESULTS Our retrospective study included 3115 women aged 20-78, including 2531 women with HPV negative and 584 women with HPV positive. The percentages of both HPV infection and high-risk HPV infection were higher in women with a vaginal pH value ≥5.0 compared to those with a pH value < 5.0. In vitro, HPV PsVs infection rate was higher in cell culture medium of higher pH value, dominantly due to the influence of pH value on the stage of HPV PsVs adhering to cell surface. Neither of the cell surface HPV receptors Syndecan-1 nor integrin α6 was found to be changed obviously in different pH values. In vivo, more HPV PsVs were adhered to the mouse's vaginal epithelial cells with the increase of the vaginal pH value. CONCLUSIONS Our study suggests a possible association between vaginal pH value and HPV infection. The pH value can influence the susceptibility of HPV PsVs infection by affecting the adhering of HPV PsVs to cells in vivo and in vitro. Additionally, the cell surface HPV receptors Syndecan-1 and Integrin α6 do not seem to be affected by pH value, and the specific mechanism needs to be further explored.
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- Yinxia Liu
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 20 Section 3, Renmin South Road, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, No. 20 Section 3, Renmin South Road, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Ministry of Education, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
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Ayo-Ajibola O, Davis RJ, Lin ME, West JD, Kokot NC, Chambers T. Associations Between Risk Perception and HPV Knowledge and Vaccine Uptake: Highlighting the LGBTQ+ Population. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024. [PMID: 38327242 DOI: 10.1002/ohn.664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Gay and bisexual males and other LGBTQ+ communities are more frequently exposed to factors associated with an increased risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) acquisition. Vaccination is critical to protect against HPV+ head and neck cancer (HNC). We characterized the association of perceived level of risk of contraction with HPV knowledge, and vaccine decision-making. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional cohort. SETTING LGBTQ and general survey Reddit forums (control). METHODS A survey was shared amongst the online forums. Descriptive statistics characterized the data. Multivariable logistic regression was used to understand factors associated with vaccination, self-perceived high risk, and knowledge of HPV + HNC. RESULTS Of 718 respondents, most were female (41.09%), Caucasian (59.89%), college-educated (33.01%), and insured (77.15%) with a mean age of 30.75 years. Half were vaccinated (49.16%), with most unvaccinated endorsing interest (60.58%). Few dependents were vaccinated (25.91%), with interest in vaccination among parents of unvaccinated children (38.58%). Knowledge of HIV's association with HPV (62.95%), HPV causing HNC (55.57%), and the vaccine's efficacy against HNC (55.57%) was also moderate. Identifying female (P = .042), a self-perceived high-risk (P < .001), and having vaccinated children (P < .001) increased vaccination likelihood; transgender (P = .021), or lesbian or gay sexual identity (P < .001) decreased likelihood. Personal HNC diagnosis (P < .001), self-vaccination (P < .001), having vaccinated children (P < .001), having anal sex (P = .001) or no knowledge of past HPV status (P < .001) increased likelihood of high self-perceived risk. CONCLUSION Efforts to improve public education regarding the association between HPV and HNC and vaccination efficacy are required to better inform vaccine decision-making among individuals at risk for HPV infection.
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- Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Caruso Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
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- Caruso Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
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- Caruso Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
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Smith TC, Gorski DH. Infertility: A common target of antivaccine misinformation campaigns. Vaccine 2024; 42:924-929. [PMID: 38245389 DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2024.01.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2023] [Revised: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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Misinformation, disinformation, and conspiracy theories about vaccines are key drivers of vaccine hesitancy. A repeated false claim about COVID-19 vaccines is that the vaccines cause female infertility. Dating back decades, various conspiracy theories have linked vaccination programs with infertility and thus harmed vaccination programs in Africa, Asia, and Central America, particularly against polio and tetanus. In the United States, Europe, and Australia, human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccines have been falsely blamed for infertility and primary ovarian insufficiency (POI). After distribution of COVID-19 vaccines began in December 2020, almost immediately there arose conspiracy theories claiming that these vaccines cause menstrual irregularities, miscarriages, and infertility, promoted by noted antivaccine activists Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Andrew Wakefield among others. Here we will explore the history of this antivaccine narrative, how it has been promulgated in the past and repurposed to COVID-19 vaccines, and strategies to counter it.
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- Tara C Smith
- College of Public Health, Kent State University, Kent, OH, United States.
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- Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, United States; Molecular Therapeutics Program, Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI, United States.
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Gonçalves CA, Pereira-da-Silva G, Silveira RCCP, Mayer PCM, Zilly A, Lopes-Júnior LC. Safety, Efficacy, and Immunogenicity of Therapeutic Vaccines for Patients with High-Grade Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN 2/3) Associated with Human Papillomavirus: A Systematic Review. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:672. [PMID: 38339423 PMCID: PMC10854525 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16030672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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Despite the knowledge that HPV is responsible for high-grade CIN and cervical cancer, little is known about the use of therapeutic vaccines as a treatment. We aimed to synthesize and critically evaluate the evidence from clinical trials on the safety, efficacy, and immunogenicity of therapeutic vaccines in the treatment of patients with high-grade CIN associated with HPV. A systematic review of clinical trials adhering to the PRISMA 2020 statement in MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase, CENTRAL Cochrane, Web of Science, Scopus, and LILACS was undertaken, with no data or language restrictions. Primary endpoints related to the safety, efficacy, and immunogenicity of these vaccines were assessed by reviewing the adverse/toxic effects associated with the therapeutic vaccine administration via histopathological regression of the lesion and/or regression of the lesion size and via viral clearance and through the immunological response of individuals who received treatment compared to those who did not or before and after receiving the vaccine, respectively. A total of 1184 studies were identified, and 16 met all the criteria. Overall, the therapeutic vaccines were heterogeneous regarding their formulation, dose, intervention protocol, and routes of administration, making a meta-analysis unfeasible. In most studies (n = 15), the vaccines were safe and well tolerated, with clinical efficacy regarding the lesions and histopathological regression or viral clearance. In addition, eleven studies showed favorable immunological responses against HPV, and seven studies showed a positive correlation between immunogenicity and the clinical response, indicating promising results that should be further investigated. In summary, therapeutic vaccines, although urgently needed to avoid progression of CIN 2/3 patients, still present sparse data, requiring greater investments in a well-designed phase III RCT.
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- Caroline Amélia Gonçalves
- Maternal-Infant and Public Health Nursing Department, University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto School of Nursing, Campus Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto 14040-902, Brazil; (C.A.G.)
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- Maternal-Infant and Public Health Nursing Department, University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto School of Nursing, Campus Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto 14040-902, Brazil; (C.A.G.)
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- Maternal-Infant and Public Health Nursing Department, University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto School of Nursing, Campus Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto 14040-902, Brazil; (C.A.G.)
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- Center for Education, Literature and Health, State University of West of Parana, Cascavel 85819-110, Brazil
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- Health Sciences Center, Universidade Federal do Espirito Santo (UFES), Av. Marechal Campos, 1468—Maruípe, Vitoria 29043-900, Brazil
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Xiao L, Dong X, Sun J, Zhang X, Feng Q, Chang S. Focused ultrasound versus the loop electrosurgical excision procedure to treat women with cervical high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions under 40: a retrospective study. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:169. [PMID: 38310208 PMCID: PMC10837863 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-11938-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to compare the efficacy of focused ultrasound (FUS) and the loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) for the treatment of cervical high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSILs) among women of reproductive age. METHODS Case records of patients aged < 40 years who were treated for cervical HSILs using either FUS or LEEP from September 1, 2020 to May 31, 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients were followed up for cure, recurrence, human papillomavirus (HPV) clearance, and complications within 1 year of treatment. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals were determined using univariate and multivariate logistic regression models to analyze the association between disease evidence or HPV clearance and treatment modalities or other covariates. RESULTS Of the 1,054 women who underwent FUS or LEEP, 225 met our selection criteria. Among the selected women, 101 and 124 received FUS and LEEP, respectively. There was no significant difference between the FUS and LEEP groups in the cure rate during the 3-6 months of follow-up (89.11% vs. 94.35%, P = 0.085) and recurrence rate during the 6-12 months follow-up (2.22% vs. 1.71%, P = 0.790). Both groups exhibited enhanced cumulative HPV clearance rates; however, the rates were not significantly different between the FUS and LEEP groups (74.23% vs. 82.79%, P = 0.122 during the 3-6 months follow-up; 84.95% vs. 89.17%, P = 0.359 during the 6-12 months follow-up). Furthermore, the incidence of complications caused by the FUS and LEEP techniques was comparable (5.0% vs. 5.6%, P = 0.818). CONCLUSIONS We found that FUS and LEEP have similar efficacy, safety, and reliability in treating women (aged < 40 years) with HSILs.
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- Linlin Xiao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No. 74 Linjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, 400000, China.
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Carmack C, Roncancio A, Coleman TM, McKay S. Concept mapping sociocultural aspects of cervical cancer prevention among African American women. Front Public Health 2024; 11:1311286. [PMID: 38370530 PMCID: PMC10873914 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1311286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Introduction For African American women in Houston, cervical cancer mortality is disproportionate to their racial and ethnic counterparts. Most notably, lack of human papillomavirus (HPV) screening and vaccination as well as late diagnosis increase cervical cancer mortality. However, cervical cancer is largely preventable. While previous research has identified a few social determinants that are specifically related to cervical cancer (e.g., education, income, neighborhood), there may be a host of additional social and cultural factors that contribute to a lack of preventative behavior. Methods The present study used concept mapping to explore sociocultural determinants of cervical cancer prevention beliefs among young African American women. N = 15 African American women, ages 18-25, participated in a group concept mapping session focused on cervical cancer knowledge, beliefs about women's health, and how their social environment and culture play a role in their conceptualization of cervical cancer prevention. Discussion Five overarching concepts emerged: (1) Screening, (2) Support System, (3) Cervical Cancer 101 (knowledge), (4) Fatalism, and (5) Ease of Prevention. Conclusion The present study highlights the use of concept mapping for prevention science, particularly in exploratory studies for understanding cervical cancer screening barriers, avenues for intervention, and public health messaging. We discuss the findings and implications for public health research in cervical cancer prevention tailored for African American women.
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- Chakema Carmack
- HEALTH Research Institute—RCMI, University of Houston, Houston, TX, United States
- Psychological Health and Learning Sciences Department, College of Education, University of Houston, Houston, TX, United States
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- Health and Behavioral Sciences, Department of Social Sciences, University of Houston—Downtown, Houston, TX, United States
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- Psychological Health and Learning Sciences Department, College of Education, University of Houston, Houston, TX, United States
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- Psychological Health and Learning Sciences Department, College of Education, University of Houston, Houston, TX, United States
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Yamaguchi M, Mtali YS, Sonokawa H, Takashima K, Fukushima Y, Kouwaki T, Oshiumi H. HPV vaccines induce trained immunity and modulate pro-inflammatory cytokine expression in response to secondary Toll-like receptor stimulations. Microbiol Immunol 2024; 68:65-74. [PMID: 38105559 DOI: 10.1111/1348-0421.13108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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Cervical cancer is caused mostly by human papillomavirus (HPV), and several HPV vaccines have been developed to prevent its onset. Vaccines include antigens as well as adjuvants, with adjuvants playing an important role in activating the innate immune responses necessary for inducing adaptive immunological responses. Recent research has shown the presence of trained immunity inside the innate immune system. However, trained immunity conferred by HPV vaccinations is not well understood. In this work, we explored the innate immune responses and trained immunity caused by two HPV vaccines, Cervarix and Gardasil. Cervarix includes monophosphoryl lipid A and an aluminum adjuvant, and it significantly increased the expression of IL-6 and IFN-β mRNAs in RAW264.7 cells. On the contrary, Gardasil, which only includes an aluminum adjuvant, exhibited little cytokine expression but increased the expression of TLRs. Furthermore, Cervarix significantly increased IL-1β secretion from mouse macrophages, while Gardasil only mildly induced IL-1β secretion. Interestingly, initial stimulation with Gardasil enhanced the expression of IL-6 and TNF-α mRNAs upon secondary stimulation with TLR ligands, indicating that Gardasil induced trained immunity in macrophages. Moreover, Gardasil injection into mice resulted in enhanced TNF-α production in sera following secondary TLR stimulation. Our findings suggest that HPV vaccinations have the ability to induce trained immunity that modulate TLR ligand responses.
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- Mako Yamaguchi
- School of Medicine, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Immunology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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Brentnall AR, Cuschieri K, Sargent A, Berkhof J, Rebolj M. Staged design recommendations for validating relative sensitivity of self-sample human papillomavirus tests for cervical screening. J Clin Epidemiol 2024; 166:111227. [PMID: 38065518 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2023.111227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To ensure that the emerging methods for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing on self-collected samples in cervical screening are evaluated robustly. STUDY DESIGN AND SETTING We assess paired study designs for relative sensitivity of self-collected vs. traditional clinician-collected samples in detection of high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. RESULTS Designs considered are (D1) both samples at screening, with clinical actions triggered by HPV positivity; (D2) offering a self-sample test to clinician-collected HPV-positive women; (D3) as D2 but using a repeat clinician-sample as comparator; (D4) offering a choice of self- vs. clinician-sampling, and the alternative test in HPV-positive women; (D5) paired samples at referral appointment. D1 is simple to analyze but requires the largest sample size and referral of self-sample positive, clinician-sample negative women. D2 requires a much smaller sample size, and no change to clinical practice, and could be used to rule-in a test because estimates are conservative (against self-sampling). D3 mitigates this bias but requires a second clinician sample. D4 is only manageable where self-sampling already occurs. The liberal D5 might be used to rule-out a self-sampling test. CONCLUSION A universal recommendation for an optimal study design is challenging. Staged validation might be useful with D5 as a gatekeeper for D1-D4.
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- Adam R Brentnall
- Centre for Evaluation and Methods, Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary Universityof London, Charterhouse Square, London EC1M 6BQ, UK
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- Scottish HPV Reference Laboratory, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian, Edinburgh, UK
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- Cytology Department, Clinical Sciences Centre, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology and Data Science, Amsterdam University Medical Centres, Location VUMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Centre for Cancer Screening, Prevention and Early Detection, Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London, London EC1M 6BQ, UK.
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Toska A, Latsou D, Paraskeuopoulou C, Fradelos E, Albani E, Milionis C, Geitona M, Papagiannis D, Saridi M. Knowledge and beliefs of Greek parents towards HPV infection and vaccination - are they willing to vaccinate their sons? Int J Adolesc Med Health 2024; 36:61-68. [PMID: 38353174 DOI: 10.1515/ijamh-2023-0144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Human papillomavirus (HPV) stands as one of the prevalent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and serves as the primary factor behind nearly all instances of cervical cancer, along with various other non-cancerous conditions like genital warts. Our objective was to explore the knowledge and beliefs of Greek parents regarding HPV infection and the vaccination of boys against HPV. METHODS A cross-sectional study took place at a university hospital located in the Peloponnese region of Greece, from January to June 2021. The study employed convenience sampling as its methodology, and data gathering involved the distribution of self-administered questionnaires to parents who had at least one son between the ages of 9 and 18 years. RESULTS The final sample consisted of 120 individuals. 65.8 % of parents have been informed about HPV vaccination, knew that the HPV vaccine provides immunity against genital warts (50 %), and that minimum of two doses is necessary (46.7 %). 30.8 % intended to vaccinate their boys against HPV if the vaccine were available for males. The most important reasons for vaccination were the perception that both genders share equal responsibility in the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (91.7 %) and the protection against cancer (87.6 %), whereas the fear of adverse reactions and the adequate knowledge about HPV-related diseases were most reported as reasons of the intentions to not vaccinate their sons with 31.7 % and 25.8 % respectively. CONCLUSIONS Although parents participating in the study know about HPV, however, there are significant lack of knowledge regarding HPV infection and the vaccine effects, which can significantly affect the acceptance of vaccination for boys.
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- Department of Economics Business and Computer Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos, Pafos, Cyprus
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- Department of Nursing, University of Patras, Patra, Greece
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- Department of Social and Educational Policy, University of Peloponnese, Corinthos, Greece
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- Department of Nursing, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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Jones RN, Miyauchi S, Roy S, Boutros N, Mayadev JS, Mell LK, Califano JA, Venuti A, Sharabi AB. Computational and AI-driven 3D structural analysis of human papillomavirus ( HPV) oncoproteins E5, E6, and E7 reveal significant divergence of HPV E5 between low-risk and high-risk genotypes. Virology 2024; 590:109946. [PMID: 38147693 DOI: 10.1016/j.virol.2023.109946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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There are over 220 identified genotypes of Human papillomavirus (HPV), and the HPV genome encodes 3 major oncogenes, E5, E6, and E7. Conservation and divergence in protein sequence and function between low-risk versus high-risk oncogenic HPV genotypes has not been fully characterized. Here, we used modern computational and structural folding algorithms to perform a comparative analysis of HPV E5, E6, and E7 between multiple low risk and high risk genotypes. We first identified significantly greater sequence divergence in E5 between low- and high-risk genotypes compared to E6 and E7. Next, we used AlphaFold to model the structure of papillomavirus proteins and complexes with high confidence, including some with no established consensus structure. We observed that HPV E5, but not E6 or E7, had a dramatically different 3D structure between low-risk and high-risk genotypes. To our knowledge, this is the first comparative analysis of HPV proteins using Alphafold artificial intelligence (AI) system. The marked differences in E5 sequence and structure in high-risk HPVs may contribute in important and underappreciated ways to the development of HPV-associated cancers.
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- Riley N Jones
- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA; Moores Cancer Center, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Moores Cancer Center, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA; Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- HPV-UNIT-UOSD Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 92037, USA; Moores Cancer Center, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA.
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Mendez AJ, Somera L, Badowski G, Mummert A, Castro LJ, Antolin A, Dulana LJ, Sablan D. Knowledge, Attitudes, Beliefs, Practices Regarding Human Papillomavirus ( HPV), and Barriers to Vaccination Against HPV Infection: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Guam Residents. Hawaii J Health Soc Welf 2024; 83:54-60. [PMID: 38344697 PMCID: PMC10850866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States and is linked to several cancers. In Guam, the HPV vaccination rate falls short of the National Healthy People 2030 goal. Only half of eligible Guam teens have received the HPV vaccination series. Additionally, research on Guam HPV vaccination is limited. A cross-sectional survey was conducted, and a representative sample of Guam residents (n=775) was surveyed to examine their knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, practices regarding HPV, and barriers to HPV vaccination. Aggregated scores were calculated for these scale items: attitude, knowledge, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control regarding HPV. One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to compare the means of the scores and check for significant differences. Binary logistic regression helped to identify significant predictors of HPV vaccination among respondents with children. Significant differences were found for sex, education, income, and ethnicity. Women and those with higher education and income demonstrated higher positive attitudes and knowledge about HPV vaccination. Also, those with health insurance and those who were advised by their physician were more likely to get their children vaccinated. These results will guide the implementation of effective strategies for developing targeted behavioral and other appropriate interventions to increase HPV vaccination in Guam.
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- Ana Joy Mendez
- University of Guam Cancer Research Center, Mangilao, Guam
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- University of Guam Cancer Research Center, Mangilao, Guam
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Alhazmi H, AlDukhail S. Disparities in HPV and the HPV Vaccine Knowledge Among Non-Hispanic Black Adults in the US - HINTS 2017-2020. J Immigr Minor Health 2024; 26:117-123. [PMID: 37589885 DOI: 10.1007/s10903-023-01537-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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Disparities persists in HPV awareness and vaccination among different racial and ethnic groups. We assessed disparities in awareness of HPV and the HPV vaccine among non-Hispanic Black US adults. We analyzed the nationally representative data from the Health Information National Trends Survey of US adults 18 years or older (n = 16,092) administered by the National Cancer Institute (HINTS5-Cycle 1,2,3,4) for the years 2017-2020, of which 2,011 (n = 2,011) were non-Hispanic Black adults. Weighted Poisson regression models were used to estimate disparities in HPV and HPV vaccination awareness among non-Hispanic Black US adults. In the US, 63.2% of non-Hispanic Black adults had heard of HPV and 57.6% were aware of the HPV vaccine. Black females had 1.3 and 1.5 times the prevalence of HPV and the HPV vaccine awareness compared to males (PR = 1.3; 95% CI = 1.2-1.4; P ≤ 0.001) and (PR = 1.5; 95% CI = 1.4-1.6; P ≤ 0.001) respectively. Blacks with a college education had 1.8 and 2.2 times the prevalence of HPV and HPV vaccine awareness (PR = 1.8; 95% CI = 1.4-2.4; P ≤ 0.001) and (PR = 2.2; 95% CI = 1.8-2.7; P ≤ 0.001) respectively, compared to those with less than a high school education. Compared to 2017, Black adults with ≤ $35K income were less aware about HPV in 2020. There was evidence of disparities in HPV and HPV vaccine awareness among non-Hispanic Blacks. To foster improvements in HPV vaccine uptake and reduce disparities in HPV-associated cancers, future interventions must target men and disadvantaged populations, for whom awareness gaps exist.
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- Hesham Alhazmi
- Department of Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Oral Health Policy and Epidemiology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department Preventive dental sciences, college of dentistry, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh, 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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Dong YH, Luo YH, Liu CJ, Huang WY, Feng L, Zou XY, Zhou JY, Li XR. Changes in microbial composition and interaction patterns of female urogenital tract and rectum in response to HPV infection. J Transl Med 2024; 22:125. [PMID: 38303030 PMCID: PMC10832222 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-024-04916-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have shown that changes in the microbial community of the female urogenital tract are associated with Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. However, research on this association was mostly focused on a single site, and there are currently few joint studies on HPV infection and multiple sites in the female urogenital tract. METHODS We selected 102 healthy women from Yunnan Province as the research object, collected cervical exfoliation fluid, vaginal, urethral, and rectal swabs for microbial community analysis, and measured bacterial load, and related cytokine content. The link between HPV, microbiota, and inflammation was comprehensively evaluated using bioinformatics methods. FINDINGS The impact of HPV infection on the microbial composition of different parts varies. We have identified several signature bacterial genera that respond to HPV infection in several detection sites, such as Corynebacterium, Lactobacillus, Campylobacter, and Cutibacterium have been detected in multiple sites, reflecting their potential significance in cross body sites HPV infection responses. There was a solid microbial interaction network between the cervix, vagina, and urethra. The interrelationships between inflammatory factors and different bacterial genera might also affect the immune system's response to HPV infection. INTERPRETATION It might be an effective strategy to prevent and treat HPV infection by simultaneously understanding the correlation between the microbial changes in multiple parts of the female urogenital tract and rectum and HPV infection, and controlling the microbial network related to HPV infection in different parts.
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- Yong-Hong Dong
- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, Yunnan, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, Yunnan, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, Yunnan, China
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- Changchun Institute of Biological Products Co., Ltd., Changchun, 130012, Jilin, China
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- Guangdong Hybribio Biotech Co., Ltd., Chaozhou, 521000, Guangdong, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, Yunnan, China
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- Pediatrics Department, Yan'an Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650051, Yunnan, China.
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, Yunnan, China.
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Biglari S, Moghaddam AS, Tabatabaiefar MA, Sherkat R, Youssefian L, Saeidian AH, Vahidnezhad F, Tsoi LC, Gudjonsson JE, Hakonarson H, Casanova JL, Béziat V, Jouanguy E, Vahidnezhad H. Monogenic etiologies of persistent human papillomavirus infections: A comprehensive systematic review. Genet Med 2024; 26:101028. [PMID: 37978863 PMCID: PMC10922824 DOI: 10.1016/j.gim.2023.101028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Persistent human papillomavirus infection (PHPVI) causes cutaneous, anogenital, and mucosal warts. Cutaneous warts include common warts, Treeman syndrome, and epidermodysplasia verruciformis, among others. Although more reports of monogenic predisposition to PHPVI have been published with the development of genomic technologies, genetic testing is rarely incorporated into clinical assessments. To encourage broader molecular testing, we compiled a list of the various monogenic etiologies of PHPVI. METHODS We conducted a systematic literature review to determine the genetic, immunological, and clinical characteristics of patients with PHPVI. RESULTS The inclusion criteria were met by 261 of 40,687 articles. In 842 patients, 83 PHPVI-associated genes were identified, including 42, 6, and 35 genes with strong, moderate, and weak evidence for causality, respectively. Autosomal recessive inheritance predominated (69%). PHPVI onset age was 10.8 ± 8.6 years, with an interquartile range of 5 to 14 years. GATA2,IL2RG,DOCK8, CXCR4, TMC6, TMC8, and CIB1 are the most frequently reported PHPVI-associated genes with strong causality. Most genes (74 out of 83) belong to a catalog of 485 inborn errors of immunity-related genes, and 40 genes (54%) are represented in the nonsyndromic and syndromic combined immunodeficiency categories. CONCLUSION PHPVI has at least 83 monogenic etiologies and a genetic diagnosis is essential for effective management.
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- Sajjad Biglari
- Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran; Division of Human Genetics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Center for Applied Genomics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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- Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Immunodeficiency Diseases Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, UCLA Clinical Genomics Center, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
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- Division of Human Genetics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Center for Applied Genomics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
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- Division of Human Genetics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Center for Applied Genomics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Department of Pediatrics, University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
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- St Giles Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Rockefeller Branch, Rockefeller University, New York, NY; Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Necker Branch, Inserm U1163, Necker Hospital for Sick Children, Paris, France; Imagine Institute, Paris Cité University, France; Department of Pediatrics, Necker Hospital for Sick Children, Paris, France, EU; Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Chevy Chase, MD
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- St Giles Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Rockefeller Branch, Rockefeller University, New York, NY; Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Necker Branch, Inserm U1163, Necker Hospital for Sick Children, Paris, France; Imagine Institute, Paris Cité University, France
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- St Giles Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Rockefeller Branch, Rockefeller University, New York, NY; Laboratory of Human Genetics of Infectious Diseases, Necker Branch, Inserm U1163, Necker Hospital for Sick Children, Paris, France; Imagine Institute, Paris Cité University, France
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- Division of Human Genetics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Center for Applied Genomics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA; Department of Pediatrics, University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA.
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Lindroth Y, Pedersen L, Alssamaray J, Berglund T, Sundqvist A, Borgfeldt C, Forslund O. Cervix cytology samples revealed increased methylation of the human markers FAM19A4/miR124-2 up to 8 years before adenocarcinoma. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2024; 103:378-386. [PMID: 37964497 PMCID: PMC10823397 DOI: 10.1111/aogs.14707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Methylation analysis of the promoter region of tumor-suppressor genes has previously shown high sensitivity for detection of high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) and cancer. HPV-testing has a high sensitivity to identify women at risk to develop cancer, and has been implemented in cervical screening programs in several countries. But in most HPV-positive women the infection will clear and they will not develop cancer. Testing for methylation could help to identify women who have potentially progressive cervical disease and need closer follow-up. The goal of the present study was to investigate the potential use of methylation as a triage test of HPV-positive women in the screening program. MATERIAL AND METHODS A collection of liquid-based cytology (LBC) samples from 106 women, collected between 4 months and 8 years before histologically confirmed cervical cancer or CIN3, was analyzed for hypermethylation of the human genes FAM19A4 and miR124-2. RESULTS Methylation was detected in 45% (33/73) of normal LBC samples from women who later developed CIN3+, compared with 10% (3/31) of normal LBC samples from women without subsequent dysplasia (P = 0.0006). Overall, methylation was detected in 39% (14/36), 51% (19/37), 61% (14/23) and 70% (7/10) of LBC samples from women who later developed CIN3, adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and adenocarcinoma (ADC), respectively. Positive methylation analysis was not significantly more frequent than abnormal cytology of atypical squamous cells of unclear significance or worse (ASCUS+) in LBC samples collected 4 months to 8 years before SCC or AIS; however, prior to the development of ADC, methylation was observed in 7/10 LBC samples, despite normal cytology. Overall, LBC samples collected before invasive cancer (ADC and SCC) were more frequently positive in the methylation analysis than in cytological analysis of ASCUS+ (P = 0.048). For LBC samples collected more than 2 years before the development of AIS, SCC or ADC, methylation analysis showed a higher positivity rate than cytology did. CONCLUSIONS Testing for methylation of FAM19A4/miR124-2 as a triage for HPV-positive women would be useful to identify women at risk of cancer development, especially adenocarcinoma. Further studies are needed to estimate the cost-effectiveness before introducing methylation testing in the screening program.
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- Ylva Lindroth
- Department of Laboratory MedicineLund UniversityLundSweden
- Clinical Microbiology, Infection Prevention and Control, Office for Medical ServicesLundSweden
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- Clinical Microbiology, Infection Prevention and Control, Office for Medical ServicesLundSweden
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- Clinical Microbiology, Infection Prevention and Control, Office for Medical ServicesLundSweden
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- Clinical Microbiology, Infection Prevention and Control, Office for Medical ServicesLundSweden
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologySkåne University Hospital, Lund UniversityLundSweden
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologySkåne University Hospital, Lund UniversityLundSweden
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- Department of Laboratory MedicineLund UniversityLundSweden
- Clinical Microbiology, Infection Prevention and Control, Office for Medical ServicesLundSweden
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Thasneem P, Sudhager A, Nalini C, J SSR, Bharathipriya R, Sridharan V, Balasubramani L. Out-reach Colposcopy Clinics and HPV Self-Sampling Decreases Loss to Follow up in a Community based Cervical Cancer Screening Programme. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2024; 25:419-424. [PMID: 38415526 DOI: 10.31557/apjcp.2024.25.2.419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/29/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To introduce HPV self-sampling and out-reach colposcopy clinic as interventions to improve the follow-up of HPV positive women in a community based cervical cancer screening programme. METHODS This was a prospective observational study conducted during October 2017 to August 2019 and 2977 women underwent cervical cancer screening using CareHPV test. Follow up colposcopy for HPV positive women were conducted at the rural health center and alternatively as out-reach clinics in their own villages and default rates were compared. HPV positive women were followed up at one-year. They were given an option of either having a follow-up HPV test performed by a health care worker (HCW) or by self-sampling. Compliance to follow up in these two modalities were compared. A validated questionnaire was given to women who had given an HPV self-sample to assess their awareness about HPV and cervical cancer. RESULTS During our initial round of cervical cancer screening using HPV as a primary screening modality, our HPV screen positive rate was 7.05% (210 out of 2977 women screened). Our colposcopy rates following an initial invitation at the rural health centre was only 28.5%. Following this, we initiated out-reach colposcopy clinics at their own villages for HPV positive women and this increased colposcopy rates from 28.5% to 45.2%. The participation rate at one-year follow-up was increased from 40.5% to 60% by the introduction of self-sampling as a follow up option and 16.2% of women who were initially positive remained HPV positive at 12-14 months follow up. All women who were offered the option of self-sampling preferred it over a HCW collected sample. CONCLUSION Our study showed that self-sampling could also be used effectively in the follow up of HPV positive women in the community. Outreach colposcopy clinics in their own villages enabled better follow up of HPV positive women.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore, India
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- VN Cancer Centre, GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore, India
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- VN Cancer Centre, GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore, India
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Aimagambetova G, Atageldiyeva K, Marat A, Suleimenova A, Issa T, Raman S, Huang T, Ashimkhanova A, Aron S, Dongo A, Iztleuov Y, Shamkeeva S, Azizan A. Comparison of diagnostic accuracy and acceptability of self-sampling devices for human Papillomavirus detection: A systematic review. Prev Med Rep 2024; 38:102590. [PMID: 38283967 PMCID: PMC10821625 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2024.102590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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Objective Cervical cancer screening coverage remains low in many countries worldwide. Self-sampling approach for cervical cancer screening has a good potential to improve the screening coverage. This study aims to compare different types of HPV self-sampling devices for cervical cancer screening to identify the most accurate and acceptable device(s). Methods A systematic review was performed on data extracted from all studies specific to HPV self-sampling devices by searching relevant articles in PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, Cochrane Library, and EBSCO published from 2013 to October 2023. The study was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42022375682). Results Overall, 70 papers met the eligibility criteria for this systematic review and were included in the analysis: 22 studies reported self-sampling devices diagnostic accuracy, 32 studies reported self-sampling devices acceptability and 16 studies reported both (accuracy and acceptability). The most popular self-sampling devices were Evalyn Brush, FLOQ Swab, Cervex-Brush, and Delphi Screener. Out of overall 38 studies analyzing self-sampling devices' diagnostic accuracy, 94.7% of studies reported that self-collected specimens provided sensitivity and specificity comparable with clinician-collected samples; acceptability of Evalyn Brush, FLOQ Swab, Delphi Screener, and Colli-Pee, varied between 84.2% and 100%. Conclusion The self-sampling approach has a good potential to increase cervical cancer screening coverage. Evalyn Brush, Cervex-Brush, FLOQ Swab, and Delphi Screener self-sampling devices for HPV detection were the most commonly utilized and found to be the most accurate, and patient-acceptable. HPV detection accuracy using these self-sampling devices had no significant difference compared to the sampling performed by healthcare providers.
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- Gulzhanat Aimagambetova
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
- Clinical Academic Department of Internal Medicine, CF “University Medical Center”, 10000 Astana, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology #1, NJSC “Astana Medical University”, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- Kazakh National Institute of Oncology and Radiology, Almaty, Kazakhstan
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- School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, Nevada, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, Nevada, USA
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
- Department of Clinical Medicine, School of Medicine, Al Farabi University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
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- School of Medicine, Nazarbayev University, 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, Nevada, USA
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- Medical Center, Marat Ospanov West-Kazakhstan Medical University, 030000, Aktobe, Kazakhstan
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- Institute of Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, Leipzig University Hospital, 04103, Leipzig, Germany
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, Nevada, USA
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Aden AA, Olawuni FO, Abdel-Halim CN, Zhu AQ, Haller TJ, O'Byrne TJ, Moore EJ, Price DL, Tasche KL, Ma DJ, Lester SC, Gamez M, Neben-Wittich MA, Price K, Fuentes-Bayne HE, Routman D, Van Abel KM. Association Between Social Determinants of Health, Distance from Treatment Center, and Treatment Type with Outcomes in Human Papillomavirus Associated Oropharyngeal cancer. Oral Oncol 2024; 149:106675. [PMID: 38211528 DOI: 10.1016/j.oraloncology.2023.106675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Social determinants of health (SDOH) can influence access to cancer care, clinical trials, and oncologic outcomes. We investigated the association between SDOH, distance from treatment center, and treatment type with outcomes in human papillomavirus associated oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma [HPV(+)OPSCC] patients treated at a tertiary care center. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective review. METHODS HPV(+)OPSCC patients treated surgically from 2006 to 2021 were selected from our departmental Oropharyngeal Cancer RedCap database. Demographic data, treatment, and oncologic outcomes were extracted. Distance was calculated in miles between the centroid of each patient zip code and our hospital zip code (zipdistance). RESULTS 874 patients (89 % male; mean age: 58 years) were identified. Most patients (96 %) reported Non-Hispanic White as their primary race. 204 patients (23 %) had a high-school degree or less, 217 patients (25 %) reported some college education or a 2-year degree, 153 patients (18 %) completed a four-year college degree, and 155 patients (18 %) had post-graduate degrees. Relative to those with a high-school degree, patients with higher levels of education were more likely to live further away from our institution (p < 0.0001). Patients who received adjuvant radiation therapy elsewhere lived, on average, 104 miles further away than patients receiving radiation at our institution (Estimate 104.3, 95 % CI 14.2-194.4, p-value = 0.02). In univariable Cox PH models, oncologic outcomes did not significantly differ by zipdistance. CONCLUSIONS Education level-and access to resources-varied proportionally to a patient's distance from our center. Patients travelling further distances for surgical management of OPSCC were more likely to pursue adjuvant radiation therapy at an outside institution. Distance traveled was not associated with oncologic outcomes. Breaking down barriers to currently excluded populations may improve access to clinical trials and improve oncologic outcomes for diverse patient populations.
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- Aisha A Aden
- Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, MN, United States.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, MN, United States
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Oštrbenk Valenčak A, Cuschieri K, Connor L, Zore A, Smrkolj Š, Poljak M. Allplex HPV HR Detection assay fulfils all clinical performance and reproducibility validation requirements for primary cervical cancer screening. J Clin Virol 2024; 170:105638. [PMID: 38183829 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcv.2023.105638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/31/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
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Human papillomavirus (HPV)-based screening offers better protection against cervical cancer compared to cytology, but HPV screening assays must adhere to validation requirements of the international guidelines to ensure optimal performance. Allplex HPV HR Detection (Allplex) assay, launched in the late 2022, is a fully automated real-time PCR-based assay utilizing innovative technology that enables quantification and concurrent distinction of 14 high-risk HPV genotypes (HPV16,18,31,33,35,39,45,51,52,56,58,59,66 and 68). We assessed the validity of the Allplex for cervical cancer screening purposes, via comparison to a clinically validated comparator assay (Hybrid Capture 2; HC2), and through assessment of intra-laboratory reproducibility and inter-laboratory agreement. A clinical validation panel comprised of 973 residual ThinPrep samples was obtained from women aged 30-64 years participating in the organized Slovenian screening program, of these 863 were from women undergoing their regular screening visit after a previous negative screen test while 110 were from women with underlying cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2 or worse (CIN2+) lesions. The Allplex's relative clinical sensitivity for detection of CIN2+ and CIN3+ were 1.01 (95%CI;0.98-1.04) and 0.98 (95%CI;0.95-1.02), compared to that of HC2. At recommended thresholds of ≥98% and ≥90%, the Allplex's clinical sensitivity and specificity (p=0.0004 and p=0.02, respectively) were non-inferior to HC2. High intra-laboratory reproducibility and inter-laboratory agreement, both overall (98.1% and 97.9%, respectively) and at genotype level (>98.7%) was observed. In addition, analytical genotype-specific performance of Allplex was compared to that of its predecessor Anyplex HPV HR; high overall agreement was observed (96.3%; kappa value 0.88), with some variations in performance. In conclusion, Allplex met all validation criteria described in the international guidelines on sensitivity, specificity and laboratory reproducibility and can be considered clinically validated for primary cervical cancer screening.
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- Anja Oštrbenk Valenčak
- Institute of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Scottish HPV Reference Laboratory, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Scottish HPV Reference Laboratory, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Division of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia; Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Division of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia; Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Institute of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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PURPOSE Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted disease, in males and females worldwide. While the role of HPV in female diseases is well known and largely studied, males have negligibly been included in these programs, also because the proportion of women suffering and dying from HPV-related diseases is much larger than men. The aim of this review is to focus on HPV-related diseases in male patients. METHODS We performed a literature analysis on the electronic database PubMed. We considered randomized trials, observational and retrospective studies, original articles having as topic the relationship between HPV male infection and the following items: oral, anal penile cancers, warts, condylomas, male infertility, altered sperm parameters, anti-sperm antibodies (ASA). We also included experimental in vitro studies focused on the effects of HPV infection on oocyte fertilization, blastocyst development, and trophoblastic cell invasiveness. In addition, studies describing the adjuvant administration of the HPV vaccination as a possible strategy to promote HPV clearance from semen in infected males were included. RESULTS Regarding head and neck HPV-related diseases, the most important non-neoplastic disease is recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP). Regarding neoplastic diseases, the proportion of head and neck cancers attributable to HPV has increased dramatically worldwide. In addition, nowadays, it is thought that half of head and neck squamous cell carcinomas (HNSCCs) cases in the United States are caused by infection with high-risk HPV. HPV is noteworthy in andrological practice too. It was described as having a high HPV prevalence, ranging between 50 and 70%, in male penile shaft, glans penis/coronal sulcus, semen as well as in scrotal, perianal, and anal regions. Moreover, in male patients, HPV infection has been associated, among other diseases, with penile cancers. HPV semen infection has been reported in about 10% in men from the general population and about 16% in men with unexplained infertility, although these data seem widely underestimated according to clinical experience. In particular, HPV semen infection seems to be most related to asthenozoospermia and to anti-sperm antibodies (ASAs). CONCLUSIONS HPV infection represents a health problem with a detrimental social and public impact. Despite this evidence, little has been done to date to widely promote vaccination among young males.
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- A Garolla
- Unit of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padua, Italy.
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- Unit of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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- Unit of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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- Section of Otolaryngology, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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- Unit of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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Kamil S, Mohsen S. Diode Laser for Juvenile Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis: A Case Series of 13 Patients. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 76:536-539. [PMID: 38440491 PMCID: PMC10909036 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04205-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Juvenile recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (JRRP) is the most common benign tumor in the larynx. It is uncommon; however, it is potentially life-threatening because it compromises the respiratory tract and required several surgeries to manage recurrences. Currently, the carbon dioxide laser is the treatment of choice. There are no studies about the role of the diode laser which is easy to use and has lower usage cost. This case series presentation reported on the therapeutic effects and recurrence rate of JRRP when using Diode laser. This is a case series presentation of 13 children, who were diagnosed with JRRP and operated for laryngeal papillomatosis with Diode laser in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Nick Surgery Department et al. Mouwasat Hospital, Damascus, Syria between 2015 and 2022. 13 children required 56 surgeries at a rate of 1-2 surgeries/year, mean number of surgeries for each child was 4.31. That suggests that Diode laser might have a role in reducing the number of surgeries compared to a study used cold instrument and CO2 laser. The complications rate was 30.8%, which is considered a high rate compared to the other studies. In conclusion, we encourage using it when the CO2 laser device is not available. However, we suggest, reducing the power as low as possible and avoiding of two opposing raw surfaces, especially at the anterior commissure and deep excision. Further longitudinal studies are recommended to validate these results.
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- Sara Kamil
- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
- Department of Audiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria
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Yahia A, Cole E, Rayford A, Fava J. A community-based, interdisciplinary approach to improving HPV vaccine uptake at a large urban public university. J Am Coll Health 2024; 72:500-508. [PMID: 35271416 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2022.2044823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2020] [Revised: 10/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The purpose of this project was to pilot and determine the outcomes of a multi-faceted, interdisciplinary human papillomavirus awareness and vaccination campaign within a university community. Students, faculty, and staff of a large urban Midwest-based public university. METHODS This consisted of five key interventions: promotion and outreach, volunteer training, patient education, access, and documentation. Perceived knowledge and attitudes toward HPV and the HPV vaccine, and HPV vaccine uptake were measured as outcome variables. The project resulted in statistically significant increases in perceived knowledge regarding HPV and the HPV vaccine, willingness to receive HPV vaccination, and likeliness to recommend HPV vaccination (p < 0.001). The project also resulted in a 76.6% increase in the number of HPV vaccines administered at the university's Campus Health Center. A novel HPV awareness and vaccination campaign led to increases in knowledge regarding HPV and HPV vaccines, and substantially increased HPV vaccinations administered at a large, urban public university.
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- Adalah Yahia
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Wayne State University, Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Wayne State University, Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- Nursing Practice Corporation - Campus Health Center, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Wayne State University, Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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Sethi S, Shahin A, Rahim INA. Association of Human Papillomavirus Infection with Tonsillar Cancers: A Systematic Review. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 76:268-276. [PMID: 38440648 PMCID: PMC10908725 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-023-04140-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Vaccinations have shown a decrease in human papillomavirus (HPV) infection-related cervical cancer in women, but there has been a sharp rise in the HPV infection-related oropharyngeal cancer cases over the past few decades. Recent studies have suggested the association of HPV infections with tonsillar cancers as well and suggestions regarding preventive tonsillectomies in order to achieve a decrease in HPV infection-related oropharyngeal or tonsillar cancer have arisen. However, there is limited cumulative evidence validated at a global level to support the endorsement of this strategy. This research revolves around the concept of burden of tonsillar carcinomas due to oropharyngeal HPV infection. Thus, a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing studies was undertaken to estimate the pooled prevalence of tonsillar cancer associated with oropharyngeal HPV infection. Published articles on tonsillar cancer with and without HPV infection from PubMed, Embase, Scopus and Web of Science were systematically searched from inception until 23 December 2021. A random-effects model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence forest plots. The systematic review revealed that 50% of the reported cases of tonsillar cancer had an oropharyngeal HPV infection, questioning the preventive nature of an early tonsillectomy which is essentially an invasive surgical procedure. Large heterogeneity was reported in the included studies, and there was insufficient data for sub-group analysis. Future research and representative studies are required to thoroughly explore the correlation between HPV infection and tonsillar cancer. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-023-04140-2.
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- Sneha Sethi
- Australian Research Center for Population Oral Health, Adelaide Dental School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA Australia
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Daste A, Larroquette M, Gibson N, Lasserre M, Domblides C. Immunotherapy for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: current status and perspectives. Immunotherapy 2024; 16:187-197. [PMID: 38126161 DOI: 10.2217/imt-2023-0174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have revolutionized the treatment of several solid cancers, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). First approved for second-line settings, ICIs are now used for the first-line treatment of HNSCCs, mainly in combination with standard chemotherapy. This review focuses on the results of the main phase III studies evaluating ICIs in recurrent or metastatic HNSCCs. The efficacy and indications according to the PD-L1 status, the main predictive biomarker, are discussed. The results of trials assessing ICI efficacy for locally advanced disease, including the neoadjuvant setting are also discussed. Finally, therapeutic combinations that are potential treatments for HNSCCs, including ICIs and targeted therapies such as anti-EGFR agents, are presented.
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- Amaury Daste
- Department of Medical Oncology, Hôpital Saint-André, CHU, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hôpital Saint-André, CHU, Bordeaux, France
- IBGC, CNRS, UMR5095, University of Bordeaux, CNRS, IBGC, UMR 5095, Bordeaux, France
- Bordeaux University, 351 cours de la Libération CS10004 33405 Talence CEDEX, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hôpital Saint-André, CHU, Bordeaux, France
- Bordeaux University, 351 cours de la Libération CS10004 33405 Talence CEDEX, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hôpital Saint-André, CHU, Bordeaux, France
- Bordeaux University, 351 cours de la Libération CS10004 33405 Talence CEDEX, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hôpital Saint-André, CHU, Bordeaux, France
- Bordeaux University, 351 cours de la Libération CS10004 33405 Talence CEDEX, Bordeaux, France
- ImmunoConcEpt, CNRS UMR 5164, Bordeaux University, Bordeaux, 33076, France
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Panta S, Rajaram S, Heda A, Bhadoria AS, Kalita D, Chawla L, Chaturvedi J. Community Screening for High-Risk Human Papilloma Virus Infection using Self-Sampling and 'Point-Of-Care' Test. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2024; 25:653-659. [PMID: 38415553 DOI: 10.31557/apjcp.2024.25.2.653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/29/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE HR-HPV types 16 and 18 are responsible for pre-invasive and invasive lesions of the cervix, accounting for 70-80% of the total subtypes. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of high-risk HPV subtypes 16 and 18 in self-collected vaginal samples using real-time micro-PCR and to study the acceptability of self-sampling. METHODS Eligible women (30-65 years) were screened from a semi-urban area of Uttarakhand (India) using self-sampling. High-risk HPV genotypes (16/31 and 18/45) were tested using real-time micro-PCR technique with results available in one hour. The positive results were validated by standard RT-PCR for high-risk HPV 16, 18, separately and for 12 other high-risk genotypes, combined. Ease of the procedure, level of comfort, and recommendation to other women were studied and the acceptability of self-sampling was analyzed using the Likert scale. RESULT Of 975 eligible women screened, 45 participants tested positive for HR-HPV (16/31,18/45) using real-time micro-PCR with a prevalence of 4.6%. Positive samples were further tested through routine RT-PCR and 60% were found to be HR-HPV 16 and 18 positive. For self-sampling, 96.72% (n=943) participants were 'very satisfied' and 94.15% (n=918) found self-sampling to be 'very comfortable' and 88.51% (n=863) stated that they will strongly recommend this test to other eligible women in the community. CONCLUSION We conclude that HR-HPV testing with limited genotyping showed a prevalence of 4.6%, 60% of these were HPV 16/18 positive. Point of care testing was feasible in the community and self-sampling was acceptable.
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- Shilpa Panta
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Gynaecologic Oncology), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Gynaecologic Oncology), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Community and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, India
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Preti M, Boldorini R, Gallio N, Cavagnetto C, Borella F, Pisapia E, Ribaldone R, Bovio E, Bertero L, Airoldi C, Cassoni P, Remorgida V, Benedetto C. Human papillomavirus genotyping in high-grade vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia: A multicentric Italian study. J Med Virol 2024; 96:e29474. [PMID: 38373185 DOI: 10.1002/jmv.29474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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This study aimed to analyze the human papillomavirus (HPV) genotype distribution in a large cohort of high-grade vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VaIN) (vaginal HSIL, VaIN2/3) patients from two Italian referral centers. We included all patients with histologically confirmed VaIN2/3 from the Department of Surgical Sciences, Sant'Anna Hospital, University of Torino, Torino, Italy, and Ospedale Maggiore della Carità, Novara, Italy, between 2003 and 2022. After the histological evaluation of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded samples, we performed HPV genotyping with VisionArray HPV Chip 1.0. We detected HPV DNA in 94.4% of VaIN2/3 (168/178), with HPV 16 as the most prevalent genotype, accounting for 51.8% of all infections, 41.2% of VaIN2 and 77.6% of VaIN3 cases. Other frequent genotypes were HPV 58 (8.3%, 10.9% of VaIN2 and 2.0% of VaIN3), HPV 73 (5.4%, 5.0% of VaIN2 and 6.1% of VaIN3), and HPV 31 (5.4%, 6.7% of VaIN2 and 2.0% of VaIN3). 73.2% of VaIN2/3 had a single HPV genotype infection and 26.8% a multiple infection (20.8% a double infection, 4.8% a triple infection, and 1.2% a quadruple infection). Single infection was more frequently present in VaIN3 than VaIN2 (81.6% vs. 69.8%). 69.1% of single infections and 73.3% of multiple infections had one or more genotypes covered by nine-valent HPV vaccine. HPV vaccination is expected to have a large impact on reducing the incidence of vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia.
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- Mario Preti
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit 1, Department of Surgical Sciences, Sant' Anna Hospital, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit 2, Department of Surgical Sciences, Sant' Anna Hospital, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Maternal-Neonatal and Infant Health, Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ospedale Degli Infermi, University of Turin, Biella, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit 1, Department of Surgical Sciences, Sant' Anna Hospital, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit 1, Department of Surgical Sciences, Sant' Anna Hospital, University of Torino, Torino, Italy
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