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Eckembrecher DG, Eckembrecher FJ, Camacho I, Shah H, Dave Y, Patel S, Nouri K. A review of heart transplant immunosuppressants and nonmelanoma skin cancer. Arch Dermatol Res 2023; 315:2491-2503. [PMID: 37256379 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-023-02646-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Revised: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Heart transplant recipients experience high rates of skin cancer, likely due to greater length or dosage of immunosuppression. We review the impact of immunosuppressive medications on development of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) in heart transplant recipients. The authors searched keywords "heart transplant" and "nonmelanoma skin cancer" on PubMed in October 2022 for eligible articles available in English. Articles were selected for inclusion based on relevance to heart transplantation and NMSC. If any cited articles within included articles were related to our search they were also included. Of the 29 identified articles, 18 met the inclusion criteria with a total of 11,699 patients. Two studies found that tacrolimus and azathioprine increased the risk of NMSC. Five studies demonstrated that tacrolimus, everolimus, sirolimus, azathioprine and mycophenolate mofetil decreased the risk of NMSC. Three studies described that cyclosporine, tacrolimus, everolimus, sirolimus, azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil and prednisone had no significant association with the development in NMSC. Two studies did not specify the correlation between immunosuppressant use and NMSC development. Ten studies did not discuss the association of immunosuppressants use with the development of NMSC. Our review highlights the commonly used immunosuppressive drugs that can impact the development of NMSC in heart transplant recipients. A management strategy in immunosuppression-associated skin cancers may ultimately involve adjusting the immunosuppressive regimen. This review serves as a summary of the most commonly used immunosuppressive drugs in heart transplant patients and their tumorigenic mechanisms to guide recommendations for dermatologic follow-up in heart transplant recipients.
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Affiliation(s)
- Daphne G Eckembrecher
- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.
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- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, USA
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- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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Guglielmo A, Potena L, Russo A, Masetti M, Prestinenzi P, Giovannini L, Vaccari S, Piraccini BM, Pileri A. New insights into the oncological risk in heart transplant recipients: could skin tumors represent a marker of increased risk for solid neoplasm? Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2023; 158:395-400. [PMID: 37916399 DOI: 10.23736/s2784-8671.23.07632-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Solid organ transplant recipients are at increased risk for skin cancers due to immune-suppressive therapies. However, little is known about the risk and the characteristics of neoplasms in heart transplant recipients (HTRs). The aim of this study is to delineate the incidence of different skin tumors in HTRs and to correlate it with the incidence of other malignancies, including solid tumors and hematological neoplasms. METHODS Patients who underwent to HTRs between January 1991 and November 2021 were retrieved. Clinical data on immunosuppressive therapies, skin tumors, solid and hematological neoplasms were obtained. HTRs with skin tumors were included in group A, while patients with no evidence of skin tumors during the follow-up were included in group B. RESULTS One hundred and eight patients were retrieved. A significant increase in solid tumors was observed in group A, while no significant difference in hematological neoplasms was detected between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS HTRs with skin tumors showed a significantly higher incidence of solid neoplasms. In most of the cases the skin tumor preceded the onset of the solid neoplasm, suggesting that the skin tumor could represent a 'marker' of immunosuppression eventually leading to the development of an internal malignancy.
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- Alba Guglielmo
- Dermatology Unit, S. Orsola-Malpighi Polyclinic Hospital, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy -
- Institute of Dermatology, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale (ASUFC), Udine, Italy -
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- Cardiology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Cardiology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, S. Orsola-Malpighi Polyclinic Hospital, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, S. Orsola-Malpighi Polyclinic Hospital, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, S. Orsola-Malpighi Polyclinic Hospital, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Zakhem GA, Pulavarty AN, Carucci J, Stevenson ML. Association of Patient Risk Factors, Tumor Characteristics, and Treatment Modality With Poor Outcomes in Primary Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Dermatol 2023; 159:160-171. [PMID: 36576732 PMCID: PMC9857763 DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2022.5508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Importance Primary cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is usually curable; however, a subset of patients develops poor outcomes, including local recurrence, nodal metastasis, distant metastasis, and disease-specific death. Objectives To evaluate all evidence-based reports of patient risk factors and tumor characteristics associated with poor outcomes in primary cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and to identify treatment modalities that minimize poor outcomes. Data Sources PubMed, Embase, and SCOPUS databases were searched for studies of the topic in humans, published in the English language, from database inception through February 8, 2022. Study Selection Two authors independently screened the identified articles and included those that were original research with a sample size of 10 patients or more and that assessed risk factors and/or treatment modalities associated with poor outcomes among patients with primary cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Data Extraction and Synthesis Data extraction was performed by a single author, per international guidelines. The search terms, study objectives, and protocol methods were defined before study initiation. A total of 310 studies were included for full-text assessment. Owing to heterogeneity of the included studies, a random-effects model was used. Data analyses were performed from May 25 to September 15, 2022. Main Outcomes and Measures For studies of risk factors, risk ratios and incidence proportions; and for treatment studies, incidence proportions. Results In all, 129 studies and a total of 137 449 patients with primary cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and 126 553 tumors were included in the meta-analysis. Several patient risk factors and tumor characteristics were associated with local recurrence, nodal metastasis, distant metastasis, disease-specific death, and all-cause death were identified. Among all factors reported by more than 1 study, the highest risks for local recurrence and disease-specific death were associated with tumor invasion beyond subcutaneous fat (risk ratio, 9.1 [95% CI, 2.8-29.2] and 10.4 [95% CI, 3.0- 36.3], respectively), and the highest risk of any metastasis was associated with perineural invasion (risk ratio, 5.0; 95% CI, 2.3-11.1). Patients who received Mohs micrographic surgery had the lowest incidence of nearly all poor outcomes; however, in some results, the 95% CIs overlapped with those of other treatment modalities. Conclusions and Relevance This meta-analysis identified the prognostic value of several risk factors and the effectiveness of the available treatment modalities. These findings carry important implications for the prognostication, workup, treatment, and follow-up of patients with primary cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Trial Registration PROSPERO Identifier: CRD42022311250.
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- George A. Zakhem
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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Current Knowledge of Immunosuppression as a Risk Factor for Skin Cancer Development. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol 2022; 177:103754. [DOI: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2022.103754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2020] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Dessinioti C, Pitoulias M, Stratigos AJ. Epidemiology of advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 36:39-50. [PMID: 34592000 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2021] [Accepted: 09/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Cutaneous invasive squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) most commonly presents as a typically indolent tumour with five-year cure rates of >90%. Advanced cSCC has been defined as locally advanced or metastatic (locoregional or distant) cSCC. The epidemiological data on advanced cSCC are rare due to underreporting or exclusion of cSCC from national cancer registries. Although the frequency of local recurrence has been reported, there is no clear evidence on the incidence or mortality of locally advanced cSCCs, e.g. locally infiltrating or locally recurrent cSCCs that are not further amenable to curative surgery or radiotherapy. This gap of knowledge on the epidemiology of locally advanced cSCC, highlights the need for standardisation in defining and reporting both locally advanced and metastatic cSCC. Even though metastatic cSCCs are a small part of cSCCs (3%-5%), their aggressive characteristics contribute to significant morbidity, higher mortality and are those likely to require systemic treatments. Locally recurrent and metastatic cSCC may occur more frequently in high-risk cSCCs (up to 35%). The site of metastasis involves in the vast majority the regional lymph nodes, with the head and neck lymph nodes or parotid most commonly affected. Metastasis occurs mostly within 2-3 years of the primary cSCC diagnosis. The knowledge of the incidence and prognosis of advanced cSCC and the risk stratification of patients, who may progress to advanced cSCC, emerge as pressing research areas with important implications for cost-efficiency planning and optimisation of patient care.
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- C Dessinioti
- Department of Dermato-Oncology, 1st Department of Dermatology, Andreas Sygros Hospital, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Dermato-Oncology, 1st Department of Dermatology, Andreas Sygros Hospital, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Dermato-Oncology, 1st Department of Dermatology, Andreas Sygros Hospital, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Wilken R, Carucci J, Stevenson ML. Skin Cancers and Lung Transplant. Semin Respir Crit Care Med 2021; 42:483-496. [PMID: 34030209 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1728798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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It is well known that solid-organ transplant recipients (SOTRs) have a 65- to 100-fold increase in the risk of developing skin cancer, namely, nonmelanoma skin cancers (NMSCs) such as cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC). In addition, these patients are also at increased risk for development of melanoma as well as other less common cutaneous malignancies (Merkel's cell carcinoma, Kaposi's sarcoma). SOTRs with NMSC (namely cSCC) are also at significantly increased risk of poor clinical outcomes including local recurrence, nodal and distant metastasis, and disease-specific death relative to patients who are not immunosuppressed. Increased surveillance and monitoring in patients at risk of aggressive disease and poor outcomes who are on immunosuppression is essential in patients with lung transplants given the high degree of immunosuppression. Increased awareness of risks, treatments, and management allows for improved outcomes in these patients. This article will provide an overview of the risk factors for the development of cutaneous malignancies in organ transplant recipients as well as a detailed discussion of various immunosuppressant and prophylactic medications used in this patient population that contribute to the risk of developing cutaneous malignancies, with an emphasis on NMSC (cSCC and BCC) in lung transplant recipients. Finally, this article includes a discussion on the clinical and dermatologic management of this high-risk immunosuppressed population including a review of topical and systemic agents for field therapy of actinic damage and chemoprevention of keratinocyte carcinomas. In addition, indications for additional treatment and preventive measures such as adjuvant radiation treatment after surgical management of cutaneous malignancies and potential modification of immunosuppressive medication regimens are discussed.
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- Reason Wilken
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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Recurrent squamous cell carcinoma in a post cardiac transplant patient. Int J Surg Case Rep 2021; 79:275-280. [PMID: 33757259 PMCID: PMC7889445 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.01.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Patient having recurrent carcinomas following heart transplant due to possible immunosuppression. Early Cancer surveillance in transplant patients is necessary to detect and treat malignancies early. Unique in having two recurrences post-transplant.
Introduction and importance Solid organ transplantation has evolved along with dramatic advancements in definitive treatment for irreversible and uncompensated organ failure. Transplanted organ survival has improved as a result of reduced allograft rejection. However, negative long-term outcomes which were largely due to the adverse effects of rapidly evolving immunosuppressive regimens are still evident. The emergence of malignancies following prolonged exposure to immunosuppression treatment has affected the quality of life in transplant recipients. They are approximately one hundred times more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) compared to the general population and the incidence of malignant melanomas, basal cell carcinomas, and Kaposi’s sarcomas are also on the rise. The incidence of de novo malignancies ranges from 9 to 21% and is commonly seen in the skin and the lymphoreticular system in these patients. Case presentation A 78-year-old male presented with a lump in the right axilla, which had grown in size over a 4-week period. Patient had received a cardiac transplant 9 years prior and was on a regimen of Tacrolimus and Mycophenolate Mofetil since then. Clinical discussion Following 4 years of immunosuppression therapy, the patient developed a non-healing ulcer on his right forearm and the biopsy confirmed SCC. The recent biopsy performed on the new axillary lump also confirmed SCC. Iatrogenic immune suppressive treatment is associated with the occurrence of de novo, non-melanoma skin cancers in the solid organ transplant recipients and this necessitates early and comprehensive cancer surveillance models to be included in the pre and post-transplant assessment. Conclusion Advances in immunology suggest that peripheral blood mononuclear cell sequencing and immune profiling to identify immune phenotypes associated with keratinocyte cancers allow us to recognize patients who are more susceptible for SCC following organ transplantation and immunosuppression.
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Vecchiato M, Piaserico S, Biolo G, Frigo AC, Loy M, Rea F, Russo I, Alaibac M. Skin cancers in Italian lung transplant recipients: Incidence and risk factors analysis. Dermatol Ther 2021; 34:e14749. [PMID: 33403691 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2020] [Revised: 12/24/2020] [Accepted: 12/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Only a few studies reported the incidence and risk factors of skin cancers in lung transplant recipients. The aim of this study was to determine the cumulative incidence of skin cancers in a cohort of patients undergoing lung transplantation and to define predictors of their development. About 247 consecutive patients receiving lung transplantation at the Thoracic Surgery Unit of University Hospital of Padova between May 1995 and October 2016 were studied. Cumulative incidence of skin cancers was estimated considering death as a competing event. The effect of potential predictors was evaluated with univariate and multivariable Cox models for competing risks. About 37 (15.0%) patients developed skin tumors. The cumulative incidence of any skin cancer was 14.2% at 5 years, 21.4% at 10 years, and 24.3% at 15 years posttransplantation. Age at transplantation, male gender, phototype II, and voriconazole use were independent risk factors for development of squamous cell carcinoma. Only male gender and phototype II were independent risk factors for development of basal cell carcinoma. Since lung transplant recipients have a greater risk of developing skin cancers, the management of these patients needs a multidisciplinary approach, in which dermatologists and transplant physicians have a primary role.
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- Marco Vecchiato
- Sport and Exercise Medicine Division, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Public Health Unit, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Sciences, University Hospital, Padova, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgical Unit, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Sciences, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgical Unit, Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Sciences, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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Ritter A, Badir S, Mansour M, Segal Z, Ad-El D, Bachar G, Shpitzer T, Popovtzer A, Mizrachi A. Solid organ transplantation worsens the prognosis of patients with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck region-Comparison between solid organ transplant recipients and immunocompetent patients. Head Neck 2020; 43:884-894. [PMID: 33247523 DOI: 10.1002/hed.26546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Revised: 10/25/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck (CSCC-HN) appears to behave more aggressively in immunosuppressed patients. We aimed to investigate this hypothesis by comparing solid organ transplant recipients (SOTR) with CSCC-HN to immunocompetent patients. METHODS A retrospective comparative study was conducted for SOTR and immunocompetent patients who were treated for CSCC-HN. RESULTS A total of 177 SOTR and 157 immunocompetent patients with CSCC-HN were included. Lymph node metastases were more common in the SOTR group (9% vs 3%), and distant metastases occurred only in SOTR (3% of patients). SOTR had a higher rate of recurrences (19% vs 10%), which were mostly regional (7%) and distant (3%). The 2-year disease-specific survival of SOTR was lower (93% vs 100%). CONCLUSIONS SOTR with CSCC-HN has significantly worse outcomes compared to immunocompetent patients. Solid-organ transplantation should be regarded as a negative prognostic factor in patients with CSCC-HN.
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- Amit Ritter
- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Davidoff Cancer Center, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Stenz NA, Stampf S, Arnold AW, Cozzio A, Dickenmann M, Gaide O, Harms M, Hunger RE, Laffitte E, Mühlstädt M, Nägeli M, Hofbauer GFL. Skin Cancer Development in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients in Switzerland (Swiss Transplant Cohort Study). Dermatology 2020; 237:970-980. [PMID: 33227788 PMCID: PMC8619732 DOI: 10.1159/000510685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2020] [Accepted: 05/27/2020] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
Abstract
IMPORTANCE Skin cancer, in particular squamous cell carcinoma, is the most frequent malignancy among solid organ transplant recipients with a higher incidence compared to the general population. OBJECTIVE To determine the skin cancer incidence in organ transplant recipients in Switzerland and to assess the impact of immunosuppressants and other risk factors. DESIGN Prospective cohort study of solid organ transplant recipients in Switzerland enrolled in the Swiss Transplant Cohort Study from 2008 to 2013. PARTICIPANTS 2,192 solid organ transplant recipients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Occurrence of first and subsequent squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma and other skin cancers after transplantation extracted from the Swiss Transplant Cohort Study database and validated by medical record review. Incidence rates were calculated for skin cancer overall and subgroups. The effect of risk factors on the occurrence of first skin cancer and recurrent skin cancer was calculated by the Cox proportional hazard model. RESULTS In 2,192 organ transplant recipients, 136 (6.2%) developed 335 cases of skin cancer during a median follow-up of 32.4 months, with squamous cell carcinoma as the most frequent one. 79.4% of skin cancer patients were male. Risk factors for first and recurrent skin cancer were age at transplantation, male sex, skin cancer before transplantation and previous transplantation. For a first skin cancer, the number of immunosuppressive drugs was a risk factor as well. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE Skin cancer following solid organ transplantation in Switzerland is greatly increased with risk factors: age at transplantation, male sex, skin cancer before transplantation, previous transplantation and number of immunosuppressive drugs.
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- Nadja Angela Stenz
- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Basel and Dermatologie am Rhein, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, Kantonsspital St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland
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- Division of Transplant Immunology and Nephrology, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, Inselspital, University Hospital Berne, Berne, Switzerland
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- Division of Dermatology and Venereology, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Division of Dermatology and Venereology, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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De Rosa N, Paddon V, Glanville A, Parsi K. Dermatological Disease in Australian Heart and Lung Transplant Recipients. Dermatology 2020; 237:629-634. [PMID: 32942278 DOI: 10.1159/000510055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2020] [Accepted: 07/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Research examining skin disease in heart and lung transplant recipients in Australia is limited. This study aims to determine the spectrum of skin diseases encountered in Australian heart and lung transplant recipients, their effect on quality of life, and potential risk factors for skin cancer. METHODS Ninety-four participants were recruited from an Australian heart and lung transplant centre between March and December 2016. The participants were asked to fill out a questionnaire which included the Dermatology Life Quality Index and were examined for malignant and non-malignant skin disease. The association of study variables with the presence of skin cancer and Dermatology Life Quality Index score were examined using logistic regression analysis. RESULTS A dermatological diagnosis was made in 82 patients (87%). Actinic keratosis was the most common diagnosis, affecting 50 participants (53%), followed by skin cancer (41; 44%) and warts (14; 15%). Other non-malignant skin diseases were less common. Risk factors associated with skin cancer on multivariate modelling included age at transplantation and a history of ≥5 post-transplant skin cancers. Skin disease had a negative effect on the quality of life of a minority of patients. CONCLUSION Actinic keratosis and skin cancer are very frequent in Australian heart and lung transplant recipients and more common than non-malignant skin diseases. Routine dermatological surveillance at regular intervals is advised.
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- Nicholas De Rosa
- Department of Dermatology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Tiwi, Northwest Territories, Australia,
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- The University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Thoracic Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,The University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Phan K, Moloney FJ, Hogarty DT, Lenane P, McColl D, Yazdabadi A. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors and skin cancer risk in nonrenal solid organ transplant recipients: systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Dermatol 2020; 59:91-98. [PMID: 31228256 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.14549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2018] [Revised: 04/06/2019] [Accepted: 05/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Solid organ transplant recipients have an increased risk of malignancy compared with the general population. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors have been used as immunosuppressants in transplant recipients. There remains a lack of evidence of this treatment in nonrenal solid organ transplantation. We aimed to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the effects of mTOR inhibitors on secondary nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) malignancies in nonrenal transplant recipients. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Eligible studies for the present systematic review and meta-analysis included those in which patient cohorts underwent heart, liver, lung, and pancreas (i.e. nonrenal solid organ) transplantation, with treatment group being those treated with an mTOR inhibitor such as sirolimus or everolimus, and control group being placebo, or alternative non-mTOR inhibitor treatment such as calcineurin inhibitors or as per standard treatment protocol. RESULTS From the six included studies, we found no significant difference in the odds of either primary or secondary NMSC (OR 0.73, 95% CI 0.41-1.29, P = 0.28). Pooled analysis of patients with secondary NMSC demonstrated a trend toward significant benefit with mTOR inhibitor treatment (OR 0.61, 95% CI 0.37-1.02, P = 0.06) but no protective effect for primary NMSC (OR 0.53, 95% CI 0.03-9.96, P = 0.67). CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that in nonrenal transplant recipients, mTOR inhibitors may have a protective effect against secondary NMSC but not primary NMSC posttransplantation. Extrapolating the findings of reduced NMSC in renal transplant populations to nonrenal transplant cases should be cautioned.
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- Kevin Phan
- Department of Dermatology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Medical School, Monash University, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Dermatology, Northern Health, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, Northern Health, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Dermatology, Eastern Health, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Dermatology, Alfred Health, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Dermatology, Deakin University, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Dermatology, Melbourne University, Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
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Elnahas S, Olson MT, Kang P, Panchanathan R, Masuda T, Walia R, Zeitouni NC, Smith MA, Bremner RM. Factors associated with skin cancer in lung transplant recipients: A single-center experience. Clin Transplant 2019; 33:e13718. [PMID: 31545540 DOI: 10.1111/ctr.13718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2019] [Revised: 07/30/2019] [Accepted: 09/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Skin cancer is common after solid organ transplantation, but few have investigated it after lung transplant (LTx). OBJECTIVE We assessed incidence and predictors of non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) post-LTx. METHODS We studied patients who underwent LTx at our center from 2012 to 2015. RESULTS Of 287 patients, mean age was 59.6 ± 11 years, 170 (59.2%) were men, and 231 (80.5%) were white. Seventy-six (26.5%) developed NMSC over a median follow-up of 32 months (IQR, 23-45). Of those with NMSC, 37% developed subsequent skin cancer of the same type. Independent predictors of decreased odds of NMSC and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) were non-white race (P = .002; P = .003) and body mass index >30 kg/m2 compared with underweight patients (P = .001, P = .009). Patients with skin cancer pre-LTx had higher risk of post-LTx skin cancer (P = .02). Voriconazole use ≥100 days was associated with increased risk of SCC (P = .03), but not increased risk of basal cell carcinoma. Out of 76, 4 (5.3%) died from skin cancer. LIMITATIONS Retrospective, single-center study. CONCLUSION Squamous cell carcinoma risk post-LTx may increase with prolonged voriconazole use in white patients with pre-LTx history of skin cancer, whereas excess body weight may be protective from NMSC. Regular pre- and post-LTx skin cancer screenings and guidelines are warranted.
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- Shaimaa Elnahas
- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona.,University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, Arizona
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- University of Arizona College of Public Health, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Norton Thoracic Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
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Rogel CS, de Souza-Santana FC, Marcos EVC, Ogawa MM, Basso G, Tomimori J. HLA alleles in renal transplant recipients with nonmelanoma skin cancer in southeastern Brazil. An Bras Dermatol 2019; 94:287-292. [PMID: 31365656 PMCID: PMC6668948 DOI: 10.1590/abd1806-4841.20197322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2017] [Accepted: 10/29/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Renal transplant recipients are submitted to immunosuppression to avoid graft rejection, which makes them susceptible to various conditions. Furthermore, these individuals present malignant tumors more frequently than the general population, including nonmelanoma skin cancer. The individual genetic basis that acts in the pathogenesis of cutaneous cancer may present a protection or susceptibility factor for disease development. One of these factors is the HLA complex. OBJECTIVE To investigate HLA alleles association to the occurrence of nonmelanoma skin cancer in renal transplant recipients from São Paulo State. METHODS A total of 213 patients (93 renal transplant recipients with nonmelanoma skin cancer and 120 renal transplant recipients without nonmelanoma skin cancer) were evaluated by retrospective and cross-sectional study. Epidemiological, clinical and HLA typing data were found in databases. HLA class I (A, B) and class II (DR) alleles were compared to establish their association with nonmelanoma skin cancer. RESULTS Comparing renal transplant recipients with and without nonmelanoma skin cancer, the HLA-B*13 allele was associated with higher risk of developing nonmelanoma skin cancer while B*45 and B*50 alleles were associated with protection. STUDY LIMITATIONS The HLA A, B and DR alleles identification for the kidney transplantation routine is done by low and medium resolution techniques that do not allow discrimination of specific alleles. CONCLUSION The involvement of HLA alleles in nonmelanoma skin cancer in renal transplant recipients was confirmed in this study. Renal transplant recipients with HLA-B*13 showed higher risk for developing a skin cancer (OR= 7.29) and should be monitored for a long period of time after transplantation.
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- Outpatient clinic of post-transplant, Hospital do Rim e
Hipertensão, São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal de São
Paulo, São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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Hartmann J, Schüler S, Enk AH, Lonsdorf AS. Skin cancer in organ transplant recipients: dynamics in the incidence and clinical predictors for the first and subsequent post-transplant non-melanoma skin cancer. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2019; 33:1281-1289. [PMID: 30811675 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2018] [Accepted: 02/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Risk factors for primary non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) in organ transplant recipients (OTR) have been well described. Data for subsequent NMSC and dynamics in their occurrence in OTR are limited. OBJECTIVE To study long-term risks of primary and subsequent NMSC and associated risk factors in OTR. METHODS A retrospective single-centre cohort study analysing medical records from a dermato-oncological specialty clinic. RESULTS Of 464 OTR 110 (23.7%) developed at least one, 73 (15.7%) two and 51 (11%) three NMSC during a median follow-up of 9.6 years. Cumulative incidences at 5, 10 and 15 years were 14.7%, 23.5% and 34.5% for the first and 75.8%, 86.5% and 93.3% for the second. Median time-to-diagnosis declined from 22 years (95% CI 19-25) to 2 years (1-3) and about 1 year (0-2) for the first, second and third NMSC. Risk for subsequent NMSC only partially related to risk factors for the primary NMSC. Histologic type of the first NMSC predicted subtype and time-to-diagnosis of the subsequent NMSC. CONCLUSIONS A first post-transplant NMSC, particularly a SCC, confers a high risk for subsequent NMSC arising with accelerated dynamics. Risk-adapted dermato-oncologic surveillance is advisable for all OTR.
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- J Hartmann
- Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Medical Biometry, Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.,National Center for Tumor Diseases Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.,National Center for Tumor Diseases Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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Genders RE, Weijns ME, Dekkers OM, Plasmeijer EI. Metastasis of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma in organ transplant recipients and the immunocompetent population: is there a difference? a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2019; 33:828-841. [PMID: 30793804 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 11/14/2018] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Organ transplant recipients (OTR) have a higher risk of developing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) compared to the immunocompetent population. Immunosuppression is often stated as a risk factor for metastasis. However, evidence for this is scarce. OBJECTIVES To investigate the cSCC metastasis risk in OTR and the immunocompetent population by systematically reviewing the literature. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was performed up to January 2018 using: Medline; Embase; Web of Science and ISI Science Citation Index. Studies assessing cSCC metastasis risk in ORT or immunocompetent cohorts were considered. A pooled risk estimate for metastasis was calculated for the immunocompetent population and OTR separately. RESULTS The pooled metastasis risk estimate for OTR was, respectively, 7.3% (95% CI 6.2-8.4) for cSCC on total body, and 11.0% (95% CI 7.7-14.8) for cSCC of the head neck area. For the immunocompetent population reported risk estimate analysis showed a pooled metastatic risk of 3.1% (95% CI 2.8-3.4) in total body cSCC and of 8.5% (95% CI 7.3-9.8) in cSCC of the head and neck area. Pooled risk estimate per single cSCC in OTR was 1.3% (95% CI 1.0-1.7) in total body cSCC and 4.0% (95% CI 2.7-5.5) in cSCC of the head and neck area. In the immunocompetent population, these pooled risk estimates were, respectively, 2.4% (95% CI 2.1-2.6) and 6.7% (95% CI 5.7-7.8). CONCLUSIONS Organ transplant recipients show a higher overall risk of cSCC metastasis compared to the immunocompetent population. Metastasis risks per single cSCC were substantially lower in both groups. However, due to heterogeneity and differences between studies, comparisons are difficult. Comprehensive follow-up studies with defined cohorts are necessary to adequately asses the risk for cSCC metastasis.
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- R E Genders
- Department of dermatology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands.,Department of Dermatology, Roosevelt Clinics, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of dermatology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of clinical epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of dermatology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, the Netherlands
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Lopez J, Gourin CG, Tufaro AP. Aggressive Cutaneous Malignancies: A New and Dangerous Phenomenon in Transplant Patients. CURRENT SURGERY REPORTS 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s40137-019-0223-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Howard MD, Su JC, Chong AH. Skin Cancer Following Solid Organ Transplantation: A Review of Risk Factors and Models of Care. Am J Clin Dermatol 2018; 19:585-597. [PMID: 29691768 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-018-0355-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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The number of solid organ transplants has been increasing annually worldwide. Advances in transplantation surgery and community awareness of organ donation have been key contributors. Combined with increased understanding of immunosuppression, there are a growing number of solid organ transplant recipients in the community as a result of improved long-term outcomes. There remains a high incidence of deaths worldwide post-transplant due to non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), which has greater morbidity and mortality in this population than in the general community. Many transplant candidates are not screened prior to organ transplantation and not followed up dermatologically after transplant. After a comprehensive review of the MEDLINE database, we present an update of literature on risk factors for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer development in transplant recipients. Medications used by transplant recipients, including immunosuppressants and antibiotics, are discussed along with their respective risks of skin cancer development. We conclude with evidence-based recommendations for models of care, including patient education and dermatological review of transplant recipients.
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Puza CJ, Cardones AR, Mosca PJ. Examining the Incidence and Presentation of Melanoma in the Cardiothoracic Transplant Population. JAMA Dermatol 2018; 154:589-591. [PMID: 29453871 PMCID: PMC5876892 DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2018.0130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2017] [Accepted: 01/18/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Importance The immunosuppression vital to maintaining transplanted organs comes with an increased incidence of cutaneous neoplasms. Understanding the genesis of malignant melanoma (MM) in transplant subpopulations is necessary for adequate disease surveillance. Objective To determine the incidence and timing of presentation of MM in the cardiothoracic (heart and/or lung) transplant (CTT) population. Design, Setting, and Participants This was a retrospective cohort study of 1164 patients who underwent a CTT from 2001 through 2016 with a median follow-up time of 4.3 years. The study was performed at a single academic, tertiary referral center. The retrospective database was used to identify 1164 patients who underwent a CTT at Duke University Hospital from 2001 to 2016. Ten patients were excluded from the study owing to a history of MM, resulting in 1154 patients in the study. Five patients who developed MM after CTT were identified. Exposures Exposures included tacrolimus, prednisone, and mycophenolate mofetil. Main Outcomes and Measures The primary outcome measurement was the MM incidence. Secondary outcomes included time to diagnosis and survival. Results Five of 1154 patients who underwent a CTT (0.4%) developed biopsy-proven MM at a median follow-up time of 4.3 years after transplantation at a median age of 64.5 years (range, 31.0-74.0 years). Of the 1154 patients, 923 (80%) were men. Their mean (SD) age range was 63.8 years (27.2-68.2 years). Four patients (80%) presented with stage I disease while 1 (20%) presented with stage IV disease at a median time of 2.5 years (range, 0.1-5.3 years) after transplant compared with a median time of 6.2 years (range, 0.9-8.7 years) in Duke University's renal transplant population at a median follow-up time of 6.6 years. Two patients died after transplant, 1 owing to complications of the transplant and 1 owing to metastatic MM. Conclusions and Relevance Representing one of the largest reported studies of patients with CTT developing MM, our findings suggest that the CTT population experiences an incidence of MM similar to that of other solid organ transplant recipients and with a median of 2.5 years from transplant to melanoma diagnosis. While the small scale of our study prevents far-reaching conclusions, further study is warranted to better understand the incidence, timing, and clinical ramifications of melanomagenesis in the CTT population.
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- Department of Dermatology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
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Lowenstein S, Garrett G, Toland A, Jambusaria‐Pahlajani A, Asgari M, Green A, Engels E, Arron S. Risk prediction tools for keratinocyte carcinoma after solid organ transplantation: a review of the literature. Br J Dermatol 2017; 177:1202-1207. [DOI: 10.1111/bjd.15889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/27/2017] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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- S.E. Lowenstein
- Department of Dermatology University of California at San Francisco San Francisco CA U.S.A
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- Department of Dermatology University of California at San Francisco San Francisco CA U.S.A
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- Department of Cancer Biology and Genetics The Ohio State University Columbus OH U.S.A
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- Department of Dermatology Massachusetts General Hospital and Department of Population Medicine Harvard Medical School Boston MA U.S.A
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- QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Population Health Queensland Australia
- Cancer Research U.K. Manchester Institute and Institute of Inflammation and Repair University of Manchester Manchester U.K
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- Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics National Cancer Institute Bethesda MD U.S.A
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- Department of Dermatology University of California at San Francisco San Francisco CA U.S.A
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Santana AL, Felsen D, Carucci JA. Interleukin-22 and Cyclosporine in Aggressive Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Dermatol Clin 2017; 35:73-84. [PMID: 27890239 PMCID: PMC5409835 DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2016.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) account for up to 10,000 deaths annually in the United States. Most of the more than 700,000 SCCs diagnosed are cured by excision with clear margins; however, metastasis can occur despite seemingly adequate treatment in some cases. Immune-suppressed organ transplant recipients are 60 to 100 times more likely to develop SCC than immune-competent individuals. Transplant-associated SCCs occur more frequently and behave more aggressively, showing higher risk of recurrence and metastasis. This article identifies a potential role for interleukin-22 in driving SCC proliferation, particularly in solid organ transplant recipients taking cyclosporine.
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- Alexis L Santana
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, 522 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Institute for Pediatric Urology, Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medical College, 1300 York Avenue, Box 94, New York, NY 10065, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, 522 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA.
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Dickel H, Blome O, Dickel B, Bruckner T, Stockfleth E, Soemantri SP. Arbeitsbedingte Synkanzerogenese an der Haut - Zur kombinatorischen Einwirkung zweier Karzinogene der Berufskrankheiten-Liste. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2016; 14:1284-1297. [PMID: 27992129 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.13003_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2016] [Accepted: 02/25/2016] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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HINTERGRUND Die Synkanzerogenese am Hautorgan, wissenschaftlich unstrittig, spiegelt sich im monokausal geleiteten Berufskrankheiten (BK)-Recht nicht wider. Nichtmelanozytäre Hauttumoren und deren Vorläuferläsionen können nur nach Einzelprüfung der BK-Nrn. 5103 und 5102 anerkannt werden. METHODIK Retrospektive Auswertung von 28 zwischen September 2012 und September 2015 begutachteten Fällen (Altersmedian 72,5 J.) mit nichtmelanozytären Hauttumoren und deren Vorläuferläsionen und arbeitsbedingter Exposition gegenüber natürlicher UV-Strahlung und polyzyklischen aromatischen Kohlenwasserstoffen. ERGEBNISSE In allen 28 Fällen sahen wir die arbeitstechnischen Voraussetzungen nach den BK-Nrn. 5103 und 5102 als erfüllt an. In 26 Fällen (93 %) empfahlen wir die Hautkrebserkrankung als BK-Tatbestand nach den Nrn. 5103 und 5102 anzuerkennen. Dem folgte der Unfallversicherungsträger in vier Fällen. Achtmal wurde die Anerkennung nur nach BK-Nr. 5103, zehnmal nur nach BK-Nr. 5102 und viermal gar nicht ausgesprochen. SCHLUSSFOLGERUNGEN Bei nichtmelanozytären Hauttumoren oder deren Vorläuferläsionen an UV-exponierten Hautarealen mit ausreichend kumulativer arbeitsbedingter natürlicher UV-Strahlenexposition und bei arbeitsbedingter Exposition gegenüber polyzyklischen aromatischen Kohlenwasserstoffen sollten mittels BK-Anzeige die "BK-Nrn. 5103 und 5102 im Sinne der Synkanzerogenese" gemeldet werden. Neben der gerechteren Wiedergabe der Arbeitsplatzrealitäten in einem solchen Feststellungsverfahren kann es dann im Konkreten auch zur Anerkennung von Basalzellkarzinomen kommen, die ansonsten, bei alleiniger Prüfung der BK-Nr. 5103, herausgerechnet würden.
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- Heinrich Dickel
- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, St. Josef-Hospital, Universitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum
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- Institut für Medizinische Biometrie und Informatik (IMBI), Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, St. Josef-Hospital, Universitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, St. Josef-Hospital, Universitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Bochum
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Dickel H, Blome O, Dickel B, Bruckner T, Stockfleth E, Soemantri SP. Occupational syncarcinogenesis in the skin - combined effects of two carcinogens from the German occupational disease list. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2016; 14:1284-1296. [DOI: 10.1111/ddg.13003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2016] [Accepted: 02/25/2016] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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- Heinrich Dickel
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Allergology, St. Josef's Hospital; Medical Center of the Ruhr University Bochum; Bochum Germany
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- Dermatology Practice Peter Wenzel; MD Hattingen Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biometry and Informatics (IMBI); University Hospital Heidelberg; Heidelberg Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Allergology, St. Josef's Hospital; Medical Center of the Ruhr University Bochum; Bochum Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Allergology, St. Josef's Hospital; Medical Center of the Ruhr University Bochum; Bochum Germany
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Chen AC, Martin AJ, Dalziell RA, McKenzie CA, Lowe PM, Eris JM, Scolyer RA, Dhillon HM, Vardy JL, Bielski VA, Halliday GM, Damian DL. A phase II randomized controlled trial of nicotinamide for skin cancer chemoprevention in renal transplant recipients. Br J Dermatol 2016; 175:1073-1075. [PMID: 27061568 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.14662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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- A C Chen
- Dermatology and Bosch Institute, University of Sydney at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, Australia.,Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre, University of Sydney, Camperdown, Australia
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- Dermatology and Bosch Institute, University of Sydney at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, Australia
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- Tissue Pathology and Diagnostic Oncology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Department of Dermatology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Renal Medicine, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Tissue Pathology and Diagnostic Oncology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Melanoma Institute Australia, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Sydney Medical School, Concord Clinical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Renal Medicine, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Dermatology and Bosch Institute, University of Sydney at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, Australia.,Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Dermatology and Bosch Institute, University of Sydney at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, Australia. .,Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia. .,Melanoma Institute Australia, Sydney, Australia.
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Abikhair M, Mitsui H, Yanofsky V, Roudiani N, Ovits C, Bryan T, Oberyszyn TM, Tober KL, Gonzalez J, Krueger JG, Felsen D, Carucci JA. Cyclosporine A immunosuppression drives catastrophic squamous cell carcinoma through IL-22. JCI Insight 2016; 1:e86434. [PMID: 27699266 PMCID: PMC5033893 DOI: 10.1172/jci.insight.86434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2016] [Accepted: 04/21/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Immune-suppressed organ transplant recipients (OTRs) can develop catastrophic squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), characterized by multiple primary tumors, extensive body surface area involvement, or metastases. There are currently no curative systemic therapies available. We previously showed that IL-22 enhances SCC proliferation. Herein, we examined links between cyclosporine (CSA), IL-22, and SCC in patients, cell lines, and mice with UV light-induced SCC. Eighteen of 114 OTRs developed catastrophic SCC, which was strongly associated with CSA treatment. We found that CSA drives T cell polarization toward IL-22-producing T22 cells, and CSA treatment increased IL-22 receptor in SCC cells. SCC tissue from OTRs showed increased expression of IL-22RA1. CSA potentiated rescue by IL-22 of serum-starved SCC cells; treatment of SCC cells with IL-22 and CSA increased both their migratory and invasive capacity. In a UV-induced model of SCC in SKH-1 immunocompetent mice, treatment with anti-IL-22 antibody reduced tumor number and tumor burden. We found that catastrophic SCC in OTRs is associated with CSA use, which may be acting by favoring T22 polarization. Since anti-IL-22 antibody administration decreased tumor number and tumor burden in vivo, blockade of the IL-22 axis may be developed as a viable therapeutic option for catastrophic SCC.
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- Melody Abikhair
- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology, Rockefeller University, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Institute for Pediatric Urology, Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Pathology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Translational Immunomonitoring Resource Center, Rockefeller University, New York, New York, USA
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- Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology, Rockefeller University, New York, New York, USA
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- Institute for Pediatric Urology, Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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Malignancy After Heart Transplantation Under Everolimus Versus Mycophenolate Mofetil Immunosuppression. Transplant Proc 2016; 48:969-73. [DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2015.12.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2015] [Accepted: 12/07/2015] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Coghill AE, Johnson LG, Berg D, Resler AJ, Leca N, Madeleine MM. Immunosuppressive Medications and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma: Nested Case-Control Study Within the Skin Cancer after Organ Transplant (SCOT) Cohort. Am J Transplant 2016; 16:565-73. [PMID: 26824445 PMCID: PMC5500236 DOI: 10.1111/ajt.13596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2015] [Revised: 10/16/2015] [Accepted: 10/17/2015] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Organ transplant recipients (OTRs) have a substantially elevated risk of squamous cell skin carcinoma (SCSC), largely attributed to immunosuppressive medications used to prevent graft rejection, although data to support the role of newer drugs in SCSC risk are sparse. We investigated the association between immunosuppressive medications and SCSC risk among cardiac and renal transplant recipients in the SCOT cohort study. Incident cases were ascertained through medical record review after self-report of skin biopsy (n = 170). Controls without SCSC (n = 324) were matched to cases on sex, age, race, transplant year, hospital, donor type, organ transplanted, and time between transplantation and interview. Conditional logistic regression was used to evaluate the association between specific medications and SCSC. Users of the antimetabolite azathioprine were more than twice as likely to develop SCSC (odds ratio [OR] = 2.67, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.23-5.76). In contrast, the newer antimetabolite preparations (i.e., mycophenolic acid [MPA]) were associated with lower SCSC risk (OR = 0.45, 95% CI 0.29-0.69). This inverse association between MPA and SCSC persisted among OTRs with no history of azathioprine use, even after adjustment for simultaneous use of the calcineurin inhibitor tacrolimus (OR = 0.52, 95% CI 0.32-0.84). Our data suggest that the increased risk of SCSC historically associated with azathioprine is not seen in OTRs prescribed newer regimens, including MPA and tacrolimus.
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- Anna E. Coghill
- Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD
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- University of Washington Department of Medicine, Seattle, WA
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- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle WA,University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA
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- University of Washington Department of Medicine, Seattle, WA
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- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle WA,University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA
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Mansh M, Binstock M, Williams K, Hafeez F, Kim J, Glidden D, Boettger R, Hays S, Kukreja J, Golden J, Asgari M, Chin-Hong P, Singer J, Arron S. Voriconazole Exposure and Risk of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Aspergillus Colonization, Invasive Aspergillosis and Death in Lung Transplant Recipients. Am J Transplant 2016; 16:262-70. [PMID: 26372838 PMCID: PMC4718897 DOI: 10.1111/ajt.13431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2015] [Revised: 05/27/2015] [Accepted: 06/21/2015] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Voriconazole is a triazole antifungal used to prevent and treat invasive fungal infections after lung transplantation, but it has been associated with an increased risk of developing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Despite widespread use, there are no clear guidelines for optimal prophylactic regimens that balance the competing risks and benefits. We conducted a retrospective cohort study of all lung transplant recipients at the University of California, San Francisco, who were transplanted between October 1991 and December 2012 (n = 455) to investigate whether voriconazole exposure affected development of SCC, Aspergillus colonization, invasive aspergillosis and all-cause mortality. Voriconazole exposure was associated with a 73% increased risk of developing SCC (hazard ratio [HR] 1.73; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.04-2.88; p = 0.03), with each additional 30-day exposure at the standard dose increasing the risk by 3.0% (HR 1.03; 95% CI: 1.02-1.04; p < 0.001). Voriconazole exposure reduced risk of Aspergillus colonization by 50% (HR 0.50; 95% CI: 0.34-0.72; p < 0.001), but we were underpowered to detect risk reduction for invasive aspergillosis. Voriconazole exposure significantly reduced all-cause mortality among subjects who developed Aspergillus colonization (HR 0.34; 95% CI: 0.13-0.91; p = 0.03) but had no significant impact on those without colonization. Physicians should consider patient-specific factors that modify the potential risks and benefits of voriconazole for the care of lung transplant recipients.
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- M. Mansh
- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California,Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Research, Kaiser Permanente Northern California, Oakland, California
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, California
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Lowenstein SE, Garrett GL, He SY, Mansh M, Arron ST. Management of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Organ Transplant Recipients. CURRENT DERMATOLOGY REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s13671-015-0114-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Greinert R, de Vries E, Erdmann F, Espina C, Auvinen A, Kesminiene A, Schüz J. European Code against Cancer 4th Edition: Ultraviolet radiation and cancer. Cancer Epidemiol 2015; 39 Suppl 1:S75-83. [PMID: 26096748 DOI: 10.1016/j.canep.2014.12.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2014] [Revised: 10/10/2014] [Accepted: 12/14/2014] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) is part of the electromagnetic spectrum emitted naturally from the sun or from artificial sources such as tanning devices. Acute skin reactions induced by UVR exposure are erythema (skin reddening), or sunburn, and the acquisition of a suntan triggered by UVR-induced DNA damage. UVR exposure is the main cause of skin cancer, including cutaneous malignant melanoma, basal-cell carcinoma, and squamous-cell carcinoma. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in fair-skinned populations, and its incidence has increased steeply over recent decades. According to estimates for 2012, about 100,000 new cases of cutaneous melanoma and about 22,000 deaths from it occurred in Europe. The main mechanisms by which UVR causes cancer are well understood. Exposure during childhood appears to be particularly harmful. Exposure to UVR is a risk factor modifiable by individuals' behaviour. Excessive exposure from natural sources can be avoided by seeking shade when the sun is strongest, by wearing appropriate clothing, and by appropriately applying sunscreens if direct sunlight is unavoidable. Exposure from artificial sources can be completely avoided by not using sunbeds. Beneficial effects of sun or UVR exposure, such as for vitamin D production, can be fully achieved while still avoiding too much sun exposure and the use of sunbeds. Taking all the scientific evidence together, the recommendation of the 4th edition of the European Code Against Cancer for ultraviolet radiation is: "Avoid too much sun, especially for children. Use sun protection. Do not use sunbeds."
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- Rüdiger Greinert
- Center of Dermatology, Department of Molecular Cell Biology, Elbekliniken Stade/Buxtehude, Am Krankenhaus 1, D-21614 Buxtehude, Germany
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- Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC/Section of Cancer Information, Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 Cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon, France
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- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 Cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon, France
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Tampere, FI-33014 Tampere, Finland; STUK - Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority, Research and Environmental Surveillance, Helsinki, Finland
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- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 Cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon, France
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- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 Cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon, France.
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Specialty-related cost differences for the treatment of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) have been previously reported but without taking into account confounding factors. Using a previously validated model for NMSC episode of care, episodes were identified in the Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey claims 2005 to 2007. A γ regression with log link model estimated the effect of physician exposure on total episode costs controlling for sociodemographics, health status and comorbidities, treatment and repair procedures, as well as tumor size and location. Treatment-related NMSC episodes (1285) were identified. In the unadjusted model, episodes managed by generalists were associated with 36% lower costs, those by otolaryngologists/plastic surgeons with 82% higher costs, and those by multiple specialists with 111% higher costs, compared to dermatologists. Cost differences were substantially reduced in the adjusted regression analysis; compared to dermatologists, episodes managed by generalists were associated with 20% lower costs (P < 0.0001), whereas otolaryngologists/plastic surgeons and multiple specialists were associated with 20% (P < 0.01) and 11% (P = 0.02) higher costs, respectively. Overall, comparison between unadjusted and adjusted estimates suggests that controlling for severity and treatment modalities explains most of the specialty cost differences. Our estimates could be subject to residual confounding due to selection bias and the limitations to using claims data to characterize an NMSC episode of care. Adjusting for the severity of the disease and other confounders, our study found much smaller specialty-related cost differences for the management of NMSC than previously reported unadjusted estimates.
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Savoia P, Cavaliere G, Fava P. Risk of infectious diseases and cutaneous tumours in solid organ recipients: A meta-analysis of literature. World J Meta-Anal 2015; 3:11-19. [DOI: 10.13105/wjma.v3.i1.11] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2014] [Revised: 09/08/2014] [Accepted: 11/19/2014] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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AIM: To compare the risk of cutaneous infections and tumours in kidney transplant recipients with data recently published about this topic.
METHODS: In the present work, we evaluated the incidence of bacterial, fungal and viral cutaneous infectious diseases and the development of skin cancers in a cohort of 436 patients who underwent a renal transplantation. The median age at transplantation of our patients was 50 years and the median duration of the immunosuppression was of 7.2 years. Data obtained from our cohort were compared with those obtained by a systematic review of the literature of the last 20 years about the same topic.
RESULTS: Infectious diseases were the most frequent dermatological disorders that were diagnosed after transplantation, affecting about the 16.5% of patients. Herpes virus reactivation occurs in about the 35% of patients and is more common within 6 mo from transplantation, whereas when the immunosuppression is reduced, skin infections are mainly represented by Human Papilloma Virus infections and localized mycosis, such as pityriasis versicolor and superficial candidiasis. Bacterial infections were relatively rare and occur mainly in the first months after transplantation. The cumulative risk to develop skin cancer enhance significantly over the time, as consequence of long-term immunosuppressive regiments. Endogenous and exogenous risk factors, as well as the schedule of immunosuppression can play a role and justify the different incidence of skin cancer in the various series.
CONCLUSION: Skin infections and cancer, commonly diagnosed in transplanted patients, impact on survival and life-quality, justifying the realization of follow-up programs for the early diagnosis and treatment.
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Lloyd A, Klintmalm G, Qin H, Menter A. Skin cancer evaluation in transplant patients: a physician opinion survey with recommendations. Clin Transplant 2014; 29:110-7. [PMID: 25530232 DOI: 10.1111/ctr.12490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/25/2014] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common malignancy in transplant patients. However, routine skin cancer evaluation is currently not the standard of care. OBJECTIVE To investigate the current barriers among transplant physicians to skin cancer screening in their patients. To provide recommendations for appropriate routine skin surveillance. METHODS A web-based survey was conducted among Baylor, Dallas transplant physicians. Thirty-seven of 46 responses were received, and 13 physicians (28%) were classified as "high screeners." RESULTS The univariate analysis revealed three main barriers including the perception of difficulty in seeing a dermatologist (p = 0.017), skin cancer evaluation is not an important aspect of transplant care (p = 0.038), and thirdly, the belief that there is insufficient evidence to warrant universal skin cancer screening in transplant patients (p = 0.013). The fully adjusted multivariable analysis resulted in two significant conclusions; the most important predictor was the perceived lack of medical evidence for skin cancer screening. LIMITATIONS The small sample size and all responses being from the same institution in Texas. CONCLUSION The dermatologic evidence for regular skin cancer screening in transplant patients needs dissemination to our transplant colleagues. This is a significant practice gap which can be appropriately closed by integrating dermatologists into the transplant team.
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- Amanda Lloyd
- Dermatology, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
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Burns EM, Elmets CA, Yusuf N. Vitamin D and skin cancer. Photochem Photobiol 2014; 91:201-9. [PMID: 25378147 DOI: 10.1111/php.12382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2014] [Accepted: 10/20/2014] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Vitamin D signaling plays a key role in many important processes, including cellular proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis, immune regulation, hormone secretion and skeletal health. Furthermore, vitamin D production and supplementation have been shown to exert protective effects via an unknown signaling mechanism involving the vitamin D receptor (VDR) in several diseases and cancer types, including skin cancer. With over 3.5 million new diagnoses in 2 million patients annually, skin cancer is the most common cancer type in the United States. While ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation is the main etiologic factor for nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), UVB also induces cutaneous vitamin D production. This paradox has been the subject of contradictory findings in the literature in regards to amount of sun exposure necessary for appropriate vitamin D production, as well as any beneficial or detrimental effects of vitamin D supplementation for disease prevention. Further clinical and epidemiological studies are necessary to elucidate the role of vitamin D in skin carcinogenesis.
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- Erin M Burns
- Department of Dermatology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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Brin L, Zubair AS, Brewer JD. Optimal management of skin cancer in immunosuppressed patients. Am J Clin Dermatol 2014; 15:339-56. [PMID: 25015705 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-014-0085-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Skin cancer is the most common malignancy in humans with basal cell carcinoma representing the majority of cases in the general population. The prevalence of skin cancer is increased amongst immunosuppressed patients such as those with lymphoproliferative disorders including non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia or those with iatrogenic immunosuppression following organ transplantation. In addition, these patients experience greater morbidity and mortality associated with skin cancers. The most common skin cancer in immunosuppressed patients is squamous cell carcinoma, which often presents with more aggressive features and has a greater rate of metastasis. This article reviews the risk factors, etiology, clinical presentation, and prevalence of skin cancer amongst immunosuppressed patients, including organ transplant, lymphoproliferative disorders, autoimmune disorders, and human immunodeficiency virus. We also provide a comprehensive review of treatment guidelines for immunosuppressed patients with cutaneous malignancy. Surgical therapy is the cornerstone of treatment; however, we also discuss pharmacologic treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and revision of immunosuppressive regimens.
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Boyd AS, Su PF, Shyr Y, Tang YW. Squamous cell carcinomasin situarising in seborrheic keratoses: an association with concomitant immunosuppression? Int J Dermatol 2014; 53:1346-50. [DOI: 10.1111/ijd.12086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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- Alan S. Boyd
- Department of Medicine (Dermatology); Vanderbilt University; Nashville TN USA
- Department of Pathology; Vanderbilt University; Nashville TN USA
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- Department of Biostatistics; Vanderbilt University; Nashville TN USA
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- Department of Biostatistics; Vanderbilt University; Nashville TN USA
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology Service; Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center; New York NY USA
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Giancristofaro RA. Permutation Solutions for Multivariate Ranking and Testing with Applications. COMMUN STAT-THEOR M 2014. [DOI: 10.1080/03610926.2013.802808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Ng JC, Cumming S, Leung V, Chong AH. Accrual of non-melanoma skin cancer in renal-transplant recipients: Experience of a Victorian tertiary referral institution. Australas J Dermatol 2013; 55:43-8. [DOI: 10.1111/ajd.12072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2012] [Accepted: 04/17/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Jonathan C Ng
- Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc.; Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc.; Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Department of Medicine (Dermatology); St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne; University of Melbourne; Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc.; Melbourne Victoria Australia
- Department of Medicine (Dermatology); St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne; University of Melbourne; Melbourne Victoria Australia
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Na R, Grulich AE, Meagher NS, McCaughan GW, Keogh AM, Vajdic CM. De novo cancer-related death in Australian liver and cardiothoracic transplant recipients. Am J Transplant 2013; 13:1296-304. [PMID: 23464511 DOI: 10.1111/ajt.12192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2012] [Revised: 12/14/2012] [Accepted: 01/03/2013] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Evidence is sparse on the relative mortality risk posed by de novo cancers in liver and cardiothoracic transplant recipients. A retrospective cohort study was conducted in Australia using population-based liver (n = 1926) and cardiothoracic (n = 2718) registries (1984-2006). Standardized mortality ratios (SMRs) were computed by cancer type, transplanted organ, recipient age and sex. During a median 5-year follow-up, de novo cancer-related mortality risk in liver and cardiothoracic recipients was significantly elevated compared to the matched general population (n = 171; SMR = 2.83; 95% confidence interval [95%CI], 2.43-3.27). Excess risk was observed regardless of transplanted organ, recipient age group or sex. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma was the most common cancer-related death (n = 38; SMR = 16.6; 95%CI, 11.87-22.8). The highest relative risk was for nonmelanocytic skin cancer (n = 23; SMR = 49.6, 95%CI, 31.5-74.5), predominantly in males and in recipients of heart and lung transplants. Risk of death from de novo cancer was high in pediatric recipients (n = 5; SMR = 41.3; 95%CI, 13.4-96.5), four of the five deaths were non-Hodgkin lymphoma. De novo cancer was a leading cause of late death, particularly in heart and liver transplantation. These findings support tailored cancer prevention strategies, surveillance to promote early detection, and guidelines for managing immunosuppression once cancer occurs.
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- R Na
- Adult Cancer Program, Lowy Cancer Research Centre, Prince of Wales Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Hanlon A. Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Epidemiology and Available Systemic Therapies. CURRENT DERMATOLOGY REPORTS 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/s13671-013-0047-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The development of squamous cell carcinoma in a patient after kidney transplantation: a case report. Postepy Dermatol Alergol 2013; 30:65-71. [PMID: 24278050 PMCID: PMC3834691 DOI: 10.5114/pdia.2013.33383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2012] [Revised: 12/10/2012] [Accepted: 02/10/2013] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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In patients with organ transplantation as compared to the general population the risk of cancer is significantly increased. The most common changes are malignant tumors of the skin, constituting 30-65% of malignant tumors found in recipients. Potential risk factors for skin cancer after a transplant operation are: solar radiation, immunosuppressive therapy, genetic factors, infection with HPV and skin cancer transmission before transplantation. In contrast to the immunocompetent population, skin cancers in transplant recipients are dominated by squamous cell carcinoma, followed by basal cell carcinoma. Squamous cell carcinoma in patients after transplantation is characterized by a strong tendency to give local recurrences and distant metastases. Due to the high risk of developing skin cancer in transplant recipients, preventive oncology plays an important role in the long-term care of patients after transplantation. This includes: sun protection, education, and early treatment of patients with precancerous lesions. It is also stressed that systematic dermatologic studies need to be carried out in patients after transplantation surgery. The paper contains basic information about skin cancers in organ transplant recipients: epidemiology, potential risk factors, treatment and prognosis. The paper presents also a case of patient who developed squamous cell carcinoma of the skin 3 years after renal transplantation.
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Na R, Grulich AE, Meagher NS, McCaughan GW, Keogh AM, Vajdic CM. Comparison of de novo cancer incidence in Australian liver, heart and lung transplant recipients. Am J Transplant 2013; 13:174-83. [PMID: 23094788 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-6143.2012.04302.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2012] [Revised: 08/10/2012] [Accepted: 08/29/2012] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Population-based evidence on the relative risk of de novo cancer in liver and cardiothoracic transplant recipients is limited. A cohort study was conducted in Australia using population-based liver (n = 1926) and cardiothoracic (n = 2718) registries (1984-2006). Standardized incidence ratios (SIRs) were computed by cancer type, transplanted organ and recipient age. Cox regression models were used to compare cancer incidence by transplanted organ. During a median 5-year follow-up, the risk of any cancer in liver and cardiothoracic recipients was significantly elevated compared to the general population (n = 499; SIR = 2.62, 95%CI 2.40-2.86). An excess risk was observed for 16 cancer types, predominantly cancers with a viral etiology. The pattern of risk by cancer type was broadly similar for heart, lung and liver recipients, except for Merkel cell carcinoma (cardiothoracic only). Seventeen cancers (10 non-Hodgkin lymphomas), were observed in 415 pediatric recipients (SIR = 23.8, 95%CI 13.8-38.0). The adjusted hazard ratio for any cancer in all recipients was higher in heart compared to liver (1.29, 95%CI 1.03-1.63) and lung compared to liver (1.65, 95%CI 1.26-2.16). Understanding the factors responsible for the higher cancer incidence in cardiothoracic compared to liver recipients has the potential to lead to targeted cancer prevention strategies in this high-risk population.
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- R Na
- Adult Cancer Program, Lowy Cancer Research Centre, Prince of Wales Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Mudigonda T, Levender MM, O'Neill JL, West CE, Pearce DJ, Feldman SR. Incidence, risk factors, and preventative management of skin cancers in organ transplant recipients: a review of single- and multicenter retrospective studies from 2006 to 2010. Dermatol Surg 2012. [PMID: 23190408 DOI: 10.1111/dsu.12028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Organ transplant recipients (OTRs) taking immunosuppressants are at high risk of skin cancer, which is the most common malignant condition in OTRs, so dermatologic surveillance is important for OTRs. OBJECTIVES To characterize the most common skin cancers arising from chronic immunosuppression in OTRs. METHODS A PubMed search for retrospective single- and multicenter studies reporting skin cancer incidence from 2006 to 2010 was undertaken. Data regarding each study's immunosuppressive regimen, affected skin cancer cohort, and associated risk factors were extracted. RESULTS Thirty-six articles that met our inclusion criteria reported incidences of nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), Kaposi's sarcoma, melanoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma. NMSC was the most commonly reported cancer of all skin cancers after transplantation. Common risk factors were sex, age, sunlight exposure, and immunosuppressive agent-related (duration, type). CONCLUSION Sun education programs and frequent screenings in organ transplant clinics have provided the best preventative strategies after transplantation, although the characteristics of the immunosuppressive regimen also play an important role. Thus, the adjuvant strategy of modifying immunosuppression may be effective when confronting severe transplant-associated skin cancer. Although the decision-making process for curbing levels of immunosuppression is difficult, further long-term, randomized controlled studies should assess the effect of using less immunosuppressant medication while preserving graft function.
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- Tejaswi Mudigonda
- Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
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Madeleine MM, Johnson LG, Daling JR, Schwartz SM, Carter JJ, Berg D, Nelson K, Davis CL, Galloway DA. Cohort profile: the skin cancer after organ transplant study. Int J Epidemiol 2012; 42:1669-77. [PMID: 23171871 DOI: 10.1093/ije/dys179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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The Skin Cancer after Organ Transplant (SCOT) study was designed to investigate the link between genus beta human papillomavirus (HPV) and squamous cell skin cancer (SCSC). We focused on a population receiving immunosuppressive therapy for extended periods, transplant patients, as they are at extremely high risk for developing SCSC. Two complementary projects were conducted in the Seattle area: (i) a retrospective cohort with interview data from 2004 recipients of renal or cardiac transplants between 1995 and 2010 and (ii) a prospective cohort with interview data from 328 people on the transplant waiting lists between 2009 and 2011. Within the retrospective cohort, we developed a nested case-control study (172 cases and 337 control subjects) to assess risk of SCSC associated with markers of HPV in SCSC tumour tissue and eyebrow hair bulb DNA (HPV genotypes) and blood (HPV antibodies). In the prospective cohort, 135 participants had a 1-year post-transplant visit and 71 completed a 2-year post-transplant visit. In both arms of the cohort, we collected samples to assess markers of HPV infection such as acquisition of new types, proportion positive for each type, persistence of types at consecutive visits and number of HPV types detected. In the prospective cohort, we will also examine these HPV markers in relation to levels of cell-mediated immunity. The goal of the SCOT study is to use the data we collected to gain a more complete understanding of the role of immune suppression in HPV kinetics and of genus beta HPV types in SCSC. For more information, please contact the principal investigator through the study website: http://www.fhcrc.org/science/phs/cerc/The_SCOT_Study.html.
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- Margaret M Madeleine
- Public Health Sciences Division, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA, Department of Epidemiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA, Human Biology Division, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA, Division of Dermatology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA, Laboratory of Immunogenetics, Puget Sound Blood Center, Seattle, WA, USA, Division of Nephrology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA and Department of Microbiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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Gogia R, Binstock M, Hirose R, Boscardin WJ, Chren MM, Arron ST. Fitzpatrick skin phototype is an independent predictor of squamous cell carcinoma risk after solid organ transplantation. J Am Acad Dermatol 2012; 68:585-591. [PMID: 23107311 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2012.09.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2012] [Revised: 09/12/2012] [Accepted: 09/14/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Solid organ transplant recipients (OTR) are at an increased risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin after transplantation. In predominantly white cohorts, Fitzpatrick skin type (FST) has been reported to be a risk factor for developing posttransplantation skin cancers. OBJECTIVE Our goal was to determine if FST is a statistically significant risk factor for the development of SCC after solid organ transplantation in a diverse US population of OTR. METHODS A cohort of OTR completed a questionnaire of demographic factors, transplant type, FST, and skin cancer history. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to determine the risk factors for development of SCC after transplantation. RESULTS As expected, male subjects had an increased risk for SCC compared with female subjects (P = .02), and those aged 50 years and older at the time of transplantation were more likely to develop SCC compared with those younger than 50 years (P < .001). The risk of SCC increased with each incremental decrease in FST, from FST VI to FST I (linear test for trend P < .001). LIMITATIONS Our questionnaire did not ask specifically about immunosuppressive medications; instead, organ transplant category was used as a proxy for level of immunosuppression. CONCLUSIONS FST, a patient-reported variable, is an independent risk factor for the development of SCC in OTR, and should be elicited from patients who have gone or will undergo organ transplantation.
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- Ravinder Gogia
- Department of Dermatology, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Transplantation, Department of Surgery, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California.
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Arumugam A, Walsh SB, Xu J, Afaq F, Elmets CA, Athar M. Combined inhibition of p38 and Akt signaling pathways abrogates cyclosporine A-mediated pathogenesis of aggressive skin SCCs. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2012; 425:177-81. [PMID: 22820192 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2012.07.062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2012] [Accepted: 07/13/2012] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSCs) are the most common neoplasm in organ transplant recipients (OTRs). These cancers are more invasive and metastatic as compared to those developed in normal cohorts. Previously, we have shown that immunosuppressive drug, cyclosporine A (CsA) directly alters tumor phenotype of cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) by activating TGF-β and TAK1/TAB1 signaling pathways. Here, we identified novel molecular targets for the therapeutic intervention of these SCCs. We observed that combined blockade of Akt and p38 kinases-dependent signaling pathways in CsA-promoted human epidermoid carcinoma A431 xenograft tumors abrogated their growth by more than 90%. This diminution in tumor growth was accompanied by a significant decrease in proliferation and an increase in apoptosis. The residual tumors following the combined treatment with Akt inhibitor triciribine and p38 inhibitors SB-203580 showed significantly diminished expression of phosphorylated Akt and p38 and these tumors were less invasive and highly differentiated. Diminished tumor invasiveness was associated with the reduced epithelial-mesenchymal transition as ascertained by the enhanced E-cadherin and reduced vimentin and N-cadherin expression. Consistently, these tumors also manifested reduced MMP-2/9. The decreased p-Akt expression was accompanied by a significant reduction in p-mTOR. These data provide first important combinatorial pharmacological approach to block the pathogenesis of CsA-induced highly aggressive cutaneous neoplasm in OTRs.
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- Aadithya Arumugam
- Department of Dermatology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL 35294-0019, USA
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Mougel F, Kanitakis J, Faure M, Euvrard S. Basosquamous cell carcinoma in organ transplant patients: A clinicopathologic study. J Am Acad Dermatol 2012; 66:e151-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2010.11.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2010] [Revised: 10/31/2010] [Accepted: 11/06/2010] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND The periocular skin is susceptible to numerous benign and malignant neoplasms. Periocular malignancies may present differently, behave more aggressively, and pose greater challenges for treatment and repair than malignancies at other cutaneous sites. Between 5% and 10% of cutaneous malignancies occur periorbitally, with basal cell carcinoma reported as the most common malignant periocular tumor, followed by squamous cell carcinoma, sebaceous gland carcinoma, cutaneous melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and other rare tumors. OBJECTIVE To review the current literature on cutaneous malignancies of the periocular region pertaining to etiology, incidence, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, complications, and treatment options. MATERIALS AND METHODS An extensive literature review was conducted using PubMed, searching for articles on periocular and periorbital cutaneous malignancies. CONCLUSIONS Timely diagnosis and management of periocular malignancies is essential because of their proximity to and potential to invade vital structures such as the orbit, sinuses, and brain. Surgical excision remains the standard of care for the majority of periorbital malignancies, but given the sensitive anatomic location, tissue-sparing techniques with margin control such as Mohs micrographic surgery are the preferred method for most nonmelanoma skin cancers. Depending on tumor type, other treatment modalities may include radiation, chemotherapy, cryosurgery, topical medications, and photodynamic therapy.
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- Jordan B Slutsky
- Department of Dermatology, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri 63104, USA.
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Bonerandi JJ, Beauvillain C, Caquant L, Chassagne JF, Chaussade V, Clavère P, Desouches C, Garnier F, Grolleau JL, Grossin M, Jourdain A, Lemonnier JY, Maillard H, Ortonne N, Rio E, Simon E, Sei JF, Grob JJ, Martin L. Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and precursor lesions. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2012; 25 Suppl 5:1-51. [PMID: 22070399 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2011.04296.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- J J Bonerandi
- Department of Dermatology, La Timone University Hospital, Marseille, France
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