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Raja LR, Giridharan B, Sakthivel V, Pandian T. Prevalence and socioeconomic status of osteoarthritis among adult population in and around Chennai: A case study. Biomedicine (Taipei) 2022. [DOI: 10.51248/.v42i3.1277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Introduction and Aim: One of the more common degenerative illnesses in the adult population is osteoarthritis (OA). Many etiological agents are responsible for this common disorder like aging, calcium deficiency, inflammatory syndromes, etc.,With reference to this, preventive measures can be adopted by proper diagnosis and treatment at the right stage. The goal of this research was to evaluate the causes of osteoarthritis of the knee in adults and to identify the inflammatory biomarkers.
Materials and Methods: A population?based, case study among 600 adultsattending local hospitals inChennai and Kanchipuram district, Tamilnadu, India, was cross-examined from January 2017 to December 2018. All the data related to the study were collected by the postgraduate students, skilled health workers according to thedirection of thecorresponding author. Printedquestionairesand informed approval were obtained from all study participants. Diagnosing criteria for OA wereadopted from the Rheumatology College of America, and it was confirmed and verified in the region.
Results: Around 600 adult patients were questioned, with 27.1 % having knee OA.The following measures like age, tobacco habit, illiteracy, lower socioeconomic class, positive family history of OA, diabetes, and hypertension were found to be highly linked with OA knee significantly in age greater than 50 in females (P < 0.05).
Conclusion: The risk of OA was high in this area and serum biomarkers were evaluated. In the present study, the IL-2,IL-5,IL-6, and IL-10 were considered as biomarkers for osteoarthritis in acute and chronic stages. As a result, an effective preventative approach is required to reduce this burden.
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Lightwood DJ, Munro RJ, Porter J, McMillan D, Carrington B, Turner A, Scott-Tucker A, Hickford ES, Schmidt A, Fox D, Maloney A, Ceska T, Bourne T, O'Connell J, Lawson ADG. A conformation-selective monoclonal antibody against a small molecule-stabilised signalling-deficient form of TNF. Nat Commun 2021; 12:583. [PMID: 33495445 PMCID: PMC7835358 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-020-20825-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2017] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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We have recently described the development of a series of small-molecule inhibitors of human tumour necrosis factor (TNF) that stabilise an open, asymmetric, signalling-deficient form of the soluble TNF trimer. Here, we describe the generation, characterisation, and utility of a monoclonal antibody that selectively binds with high affinity to the asymmetric TNF trimer-small molecule complex. The antibody helps to define the molecular dynamics of the apo TNF trimer, reveals the mode of action and specificity of the small molecule inhibitors, acts as a chaperone in solving the human TNF-TNFR1 complex crystal structure, and facilitates the measurement of small molecule target occupancy in complex biological samples. We believe this work defines a role for monoclonal antibodies as tools to facilitate the discovery and development of small-molecule inhibitors of protein-protein interactions.
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- UCB Pharma, 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE, UK
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- UCB Pharma, 7869 NE Day Road W, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110, USA
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- UCB Pharma, 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE, UK
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- UCB Pharma, 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE, UK
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Pilla Reddy V, El‐Khateeb E, Jo H, Giovino N, Lythgoe E, Sharma S, Tang W, Jamei M, Rastomi‐Hodjegan A. Pharmacokinetics under the COVID-19 storm. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2021; 89:158-186. [PMID: 33226664 PMCID: PMC7753415 DOI: 10.1111/bcp.14668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2020] [Revised: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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AIMS The storm-like nature of the health crises caused by COVID-19 has led to unconventional clinical trial practices such as the relaxation of exclusion criteria. The question remains: how can we conduct diverse trials without exposing subgroups of populations to potentially harmful drug exposure levels? The aim of this study was to build a knowledge base of the effect of intrinsic/extrinsic factors on the disposition of several repurposed COVID-19 drugs. METHODS Physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) models were used to study the change in the pharmacokinetics (PK) of drugs repurposed for COVID-19 in geriatric patients, different race groups, organ impairment and drug-drug interactions (DDIs) risks. These models were also used to predict epithelial lining fluid (ELF) exposure, which is relevant for COVID-19 patients under elevated cytokine levels. RESULTS The simulated PK profiles suggest no dose adjustments are required based on age and race for COVID-19 drugs, but dose adjustments may be warranted for COVID-19 patients also exhibiting hepatic/renal impairment. PBPK model simulations suggest ELF exposure to attain a target concentration was adequate for most drugs, except for hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin, atazanavir and lopinavir/ritonavir. CONCLUSION We demonstrate that systematically collated data on absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion, human PK parameters, DDIs and organ impairment can be used to verify simulated plasma and lung tissue exposure for drugs repurposed for COVID-19, justifying broader patient recruitment criteria. In addition, the PBPK model developed was used to study the effect of age and ethnicity on the PK of repurposed drugs, and to assess the correlation between lung exposure and relevant potency values from in vitro studies for SARS-CoV-2.
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- Venkatesh Pilla Reddy
- Modelling & Simulation, Early Oncology, R&D OncologyAstraZenecaCambridgeUK,Clinical Pharmacology and Quantitative Pharmacology, R&D, AstraZenecaCambridgeUK
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- Centre for Applied Pharmacokinetic ResearchUniversity of ManchesterManchesterUK,Clinical Pharmacy Department, Faculty of PharmacyTanta UniversityTantaEgypt
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- Modelling & Simulation, Early Oncology, R&D OncologyAstraZenecaCambridgeUK
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- Clinical Pharmacology and Quantitative Pharmacology, R&DAstraZenecaUSA
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- Clinical Pharmacology and Quantitative Pharmacology, R&DAstraZenecaUSA
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- Centre for Applied Pharmacokinetic ResearchUniversity of ManchesterManchesterUK,Certara UK Limited, Simcyp DivisionSheffieldUK
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Leukocytapheresis for rheumatoid arthritis cases that are super-resistant to any class of biological drugs and tofacitinib. Transfus Apher Sci 2020; 59:102920. [PMID: 32896492 DOI: 10.1016/j.transci.2020.102920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2020] [Revised: 08/09/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Many biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) and targeted synthetic DMARDs (tsDMARDs) are currently available as treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but a subset of RA patients shows inadequate responses to any of these DMARDs. This phenomenon, which we call super-resistance, is becoming a serious concern. In this study, I present two cases of super-resistant RA in which patients failed to respond to treatment with bDMARDs of any class as well as to tsDMARD therapy with tofacitinib. In these cases, leukocytapheresis (LCAP), a treatment that removes overabundant leukocytes from the body, rapidly induced low disease activity and made patients subsequently responsive to previously ineffective DMARDs. My experience with the present cases suggests that LCAP is worth considering as an alternative therapeutic option for the management of RA patients with super-resistance to DMARD therapies.
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Morita T, Shima Y, Fujimoto K, Tsuboi H, Saeki Y, Narazaki M, Ogata A, Kumanogoh A. Anti-receptor activator of nuclear factor κB ligand antibody treatment increases osteoclastogenesis-promoting IL-8 in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Int Immunol 2019; 31:277-285. [PMID: 30753461 PMCID: PMC6484893 DOI: 10.1093/intimm/dxz009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2018] [Accepted: 01/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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The receptor activator of nuclear factor κB ligand (RANKL) is an important factor for osteoclastogenesis and contributes to the pathology of rheumatoid arthritis (RA); thus, the anti-RANKL antibody (Ab) has been expected to protect joint destruction in RA patients. IL-8 also has osteoclastogenic activity; however, the role of IL-8 in the bone pathology of RA as well as the relation between IL-8 and RANKL remain unclear. In the present study, clinical observation revealed serum IL-8 levels of 611 pg ml-1 in RA patients with anti-RANKL Ab and 266 pg ml-1 in the same patients without anti-RANKL Ab. In vitro assay showed that anti-RANKL Ab induced production of IL-8 from pre-osteoclast-like cells (OCLs), and IL-8 promoted the formation of OCLs from peripheral monocytes even without RANKL activity. We further showed that treatment with FK506 (tacrolimus) possibly inhibits the increase in IL-8 levels in RA patients with anti-RANKL Ab, and in vitro assay confirmed that FK506 suppressed IL-8 production in pre-OCLs. These results suggest that inhibition of RANKL induces the change in osteoclastogenesis-promoting factor from RANKL to IL-8, and FK506 may be a valuable combination drug to support the use of anti-RANKL Ab in treatment of RA.
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- Takayoshi Morita
- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
- Laboratory of Immunopathology, World Premier International Immunology Frontier Research Center, Suita City, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
- Department of Immunology and Genomics, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka City, Japan
- Division of Innate Immune Regulation, International Research and Development Center for Mucosal Vaccines, Institute of Medical Science, The University of Tokyo, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Osaka Rosai Hospital, Sakai City, Osaka, Japan
- Department of Clinical Research, National Hospital Organization Osaka Minami Medical Center, Kawachinagano City, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Research, National Hospital Organization Osaka Minami Medical Center, Kawachinagano City, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
- Division of Allergy, Rheumatology and Connective Tissue Disease, NTT West Osaka Hospital, Osaka City, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, Japan
- Laboratory of Immunopathology, World Premier International Immunology Frontier Research Center, Suita City, Osaka, Japan
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In this article, we discussed leukocytapheresis (LCAP) for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Recently, a simple and practical on-line continuous LACP system has been developed. It is equipped with a direct hemoperfusion column (Cellsorba®, Asahikasei Medical Co., Ltd.) packed with fine-diameter polyester fibers, which are commonly used to adsorb white blood cells to prevent a graft-versus-host reaction during blood transfusion. Clinical trials revealed that LCAP is a effective and safe therapy for patients with drug-resistant RA or RA complicated with vasculitis. Because the procedure is simple and requires no plasma substitutes and the volume needed for extracorporeal circulation is less than that for other plasmapheresis, LCAP might be accepted as an optional therapeutic modality for active RA that was refractory to conventional drug therapy including biological agents. The mechanism of the efficiency of LCAP on RA is unclear. LCAP may cause a reduction of activated T cells from affected joints, down-regulation of Pgp on helper T cells and restoration of Treg function, and that may modify the abnormal cytokine balance. These findings may explain some of the mechanisms by which the articular symptoms are improved by LCAP.
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The field of therapeutics has seen remarkable progress in the recent years, which has made mainstream drug treatment possible for collagen and rheumatic diseases. However, treatment of intractable cases where drug effectiveness is poor is a challenge. Furthermore, organ damage, concurrent illnesses or allergic reactions make adequate drug therapy impossible. For such cases, therapeutic apheresis is very significant, and it is important how this should be valued related to drug therapies. Therapeutic apheresis for collagen and rheumatic diseases involves the removal of factors that cause and exacerbate the disease; the aim of immunoadsorption, in particular, is to improve the clinical condition of patients with autoimmune disease by selectively removing pathogenic immune complexes and autoantibodies from their plasma. Immunoadsorption, in particular, unlike plasma exchange and DFPP, utilizes a high-affinity column that selectively removes autoantibodies and immune complexes, leaving other plasma components intact. There is no need to replenish fresh frozen plasma or blood products such as albumin and gamma globulin preparations. Immunoadsorption is thus superior in terms of safety, as the risk of infection or allergic reaction relating to these preparations can be avoided. We anticipate future investigations of application of synchronized therapy using drugs and therapeutic apheresis, most notably immunoadsorption, in combination to treat intractable clinical conditions such as collagen and rheumatic diseases. In this paper, our discussion includes the indications for immunoadsorption such as collagen and rheumatic diseases, the relevant conditions and types, as well as the latest understanding related to methods and clinical efficacy.
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- Ken Yamaji
- Juntendo University, Department of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Japan
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Odai T, Isozaki T, Kasama T, Ogata H, Kinugasa E. Therapeutic Efficacy of Leukocytapheresis in a Pregnant Woman with Refractory Adult-onset Still's Disease. Intern Med 2015; 54:2261-6. [PMID: 26328658 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.54.4271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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This is the first report of the efficacy of leukocytapheresis (LCAP) in a patient with refractory adult onset Still's disease (AOSD) during pregnancy. A 32-year-old Chinese pregnant woman with AOSD who had been treated with prednisolone failed to achieve disease stabilization. The patient's disease was successfully controlled with the initiation of LCAP. Subsequently, she gave birth via Caesarean section to a 1,878 g baby boy at 34 weeks of gestation while maintaining remission. We conclude that LCAP is an alternative treatment in pregnant patients with refractory AOSD, particularly in those concerned about potential teratogenic and other adverse effects.
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- Tsuyoshi Odai
- Division of General Internal Medicine, Ebina General Hospital, Japan
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Miyazono A, Abe J, Ogura M, Sato M, Fujimaru T, Kamei K, Ito S. Successful remission induced by plasma exchange combined with leukocytapheresis against refractory systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Eur J Pediatr 2014; 173:1557-60. [PMID: 23851700 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-013-2093-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2013] [Accepted: 07/02/2013] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA) is an inflammatory cytokine-related disorder associated with overproduction of interleukin (IL)-6, IL-1β, and IL-18. Macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) is a critical and lethal complication of sJIA. Therefore, prompt induction of remission in the active phase of sJIA is important for prevention of MAS. However, treatment of corticosteroid-resistant sJIA is still challenging. We propose a new strategy to induce remission in the active phase of sJIA. A 7-year-old boy with new-onset sJIA was treated with oral prednisolone, methylprednisolone pulse therapy, and parenteral cyclosporine, but he continuously showed remittent high fever, arthralgia, skin rash, and elevation of inflammatory markers, including hyperferritinemia. Because of impending MAS, plasma exchange was started, but he was resistant to plasma exchange. Therefore, we combined leukocytapheresis with PE. After five PE and two leukocytapheresis sessions, he finally achieved remission in accordance with a reduction in inflammatory cytokines. Elevated serum tumor necrosis factor-α, interferon-γ, and IL-12 levels returned to normal 10 days after initiating plasma exchange combined with leukocytapheresis, with a reduction in white blood cell count. In conclusion, plasma exchange combined with leukocytapheresis is a new alternative option to induce remission for patients with methylprednisolone pulse therapy- or cyclosporine-refractory sJIA.
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- Akinori Miyazono
- Division of Nephrology and Rheumatology, National Center for Child Health and Development, 2-10-1 Okura, Setagaya, Tokyo, 157-8535, Japan
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Mimura H, Kobayashi K, Xu L, Hashimoto M, Ejiri Y, Hosoda M, Chiba K. Effects of cytokines on CYP3A4 expression and reversal of the effects by anti-cytokine agents in the three-dimensionally cultured human hepatoma cell line FLC-4. Drug Metab Pharmacokinet 2014; 30:105-10. [PMID: 25760537 DOI: 10.1016/j.dmpk.2014.09.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2014] [Revised: 07/31/2014] [Accepted: 08/08/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The expression of hepatic cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes is altered under pathological conditions with increased levels of cytokines. In this study, we analyzed the effects of cytokines (interleukin [IL]-1β, IL-6 and tumor necrosis factor α) on the expression of CYP3A4 using newly introduced three-dimensionally cultured human hepatocarcinoma FLC-4 cells. The mRNA level of CYP3A4 was significantly decreased by IL-1β, IL-6 and tumor necrosis factor-α. Formation of α-hydroxytriazolam catalyzed by CYP3A was decreased by IL-1β and IL-6. Pre-treatment with IL-6 enhanced the cytotoxic effects of gefitinib and paclitaxel. In addition, tocilizumab and IL-1 receptor antagonist restored the decreased expression of CYP3A4 mRNA by IL-6 and IL-1β, respectively. These results obtained by using three-dimensionally cultured FLC-4 cells are consistent with results obtained by using primary human hepatocytes and results of clinical studies. Therefore, three-dimensionally cultured FLC-4 cell system may be a promising cellular tool to assess the effects of cytokines on CYP3A4 expression.
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- Hanaka Mimura
- Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan.
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Tsukuba Research Center, Kuraray, Co., Ltd., Tsukuba, Japan
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- Tsukuba Research Center, Kuraray, Co., Ltd., Tsukuba, Japan
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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Finn A, Angeby Möller K, Gustafsson C, Abdelmoaty S, Nordahl G, Ferm M, Svensson C. Influence of model and matrix on cytokine profile in rat and human. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2014; 53:2297-305. [PMID: 25065008 DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/keu281] [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] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Emerging evidence indicates that low-grade inflammation is part of the clinical picture of OA and that there is a need to identify soluble biomarkers of ongoing inflammation in the joint from a translational aspect. The aim of this study was to compare levels of pro-inflammatory biomarkers in SF, serum and/or EDTA plasma. METHODS SF and blood from rats subjected to Freund's complete adjuvant (FCA; n = 48) or monoiodoacetate (MIA; n = 88) monoarthritis and from control rats were collected over time. SF, EDTA plasma and serum were obtained from six individuals with OA of the knee and healthy controls. Levels of IL-6, KC/GRO, IL-8, monocyte chemoattractant protein 1 (MCP-1), macrophage inflammatory protein 3α (MIP-3α), IL-1β, TNF and l(+)-lactate were assessed either by immune assay or by a colorimetric method. RESULTS Elevated levels of biomarkers were shown in monoarthritic animals in SF compared with the control groups, although with considerably lower magnitude in the MIA groups, which also indicated a biphasic pattern. Levels of KC/GRO and MIP-3α in serum from the FCA model and IL-6 in the MIA model followed the pattern of SF. In serum samples from OA individuals, MIP-3α correlated significantly with levels in SF. CONCLUSION While we found increased levels of markers in joint fluid and blood, no single systemic biochemical biomarkers that were a common denominator between the animal models and the patient material could be identified. Our data indicate that it is critical to delineate the temporal profile of multiple local and systemic factors in order to pinpoint soluble biomarkers for OA.
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- Anja Finn
- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden. Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden. Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Translational Sciences, Neuroscience, Discovery Sciences, AstraZeneca R&D, Södertälje and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Miyauchi S, Umekita K, Hidaka T, Umeki K, Aratake Y, Takahashi N, Sawaguchi A, Nakatake A, Morinaga I, Morishita K, Okayama A. Increased plasma lactoferrin levels in leucocytapheresis therapy in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2014; 53:1966-72. [PMID: 24899661 DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/keu219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to clarify the mechanism of leucocytapheresis (LCAP) in patients with RA. METHODS Protein profiles of blood samples from two patients with RA obtained via LCAP column inlet and outlet lines were analysed by two-dimensional fluorescence difference gel electrophoresis and mass spectrometry. The lactoferrin (LTF) levels of peripheral and circulating blood samples from seven patients obtained via the LCAP column blood circuit were then determined by ELISA. Peripheral blood samples from 14 patients with RA were exposed to unwoven polyester fibre filters and the LTF level was determined. In addition, morphological changes in neutrophils after exposure to the filter were examined by optical microscopy, electronic microscopy and LTF immunostaining. RESULTS LTF levels were increased in both samples from the LCAP column outlet and peripheral blood at the end of LCAP treatment. Furthermore, peripheral blood samples exposed to the filter revealed a decreased number of neutrophils and an increased level of LTF. Morphological analysis of the exposed neutrophils showed vacuolization of the cytoplasm and degranulation of LTF-positive granules. These data suggest that LTF stored in the granules of neutrophils is released from the neutrophils caught in the LCAP column. CONCLUSION Because LTF has been reported to have multiple anti-inflammatory properties, increased levels of LTF may contribute to the clinical effect of LCAP in patients with RA.
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- Shunichi Miyauchi
- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan
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- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Institute of Rheumatology, Zenjinkai Shimin-No-Mori Hospital, Department of Anatomy, Ultrastructural Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki and Miyazaki University HTLV-1/ATL Research Facility, Miyazaki, Japan.
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Maeshima K, Torigoe M, Iwakura M, Yamanaka K, Ishii K. Successful leukocytapheresis therapy in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis on maintenance hemodialysis. Mod Rheumatol 2014; 25:154-7. [DOI: 10.3109/14397595.2013.874752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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- Keisuke Maeshima
- Department of Internal Medicine I, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University, Oita, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University, Oita, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University, Oita, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University, Oita, Japan
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Umekita K, Hidaka T, Ueno S, Takajo I, Kai Y, Nagatomo Y, Sawaguchi A, Suganuma T, Okayama A. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) decreases the level of platelet-derived microparticles (MPs) and increases the level of granulocytes-derived MPs: a possible connection with the effect of LCAP on rheumatoid arthritis. Mod Rheumatol 2014. [DOI: 10.3109/s10165-009-0164-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Izumi Y, Mori T, Matsuo M, Koga Y, Ohno T, Miyashita T, Sasaki O, Ezaki H, Migita K. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) for treating refractory adult-onset Still’s disease (AOSD). Mod Rheumatol 2014. [DOI: 10.3109/s10165-011-0543-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Maeshima K, Torigoe M, Iwakura M, Yamanaka K, Ishii K. Successful leukocytapheresis therapy in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis on maintenance hemodialysis. Mod Rheumatol 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/s10165-013-0869-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Phospholipases of mineralization competent cells and matrix vesicles: roles in physiological and pathological mineralizations. Int J Mol Sci 2013; 14:5036-129. [PMID: 23455471 PMCID: PMC3634480 DOI: 10.3390/ijms14035036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2012] [Revised: 01/24/2013] [Accepted: 01/25/2013] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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The present review aims to systematically and critically analyze the current knowledge on phospholipases and their role in physiological and pathological mineralization undertaken by mineralization competent cells. Cellular lipid metabolism plays an important role in biological mineralization. The physiological mechanisms of mineralization are likely to take place in tissues other than in bones and teeth under specific pathological conditions. For instance, vascular calcification in arteries of patients with renal failure, diabetes mellitus or atherosclerosis recapitulates the mechanisms of bone formation. Osteoporosis—a bone resorbing disease—and rheumatoid arthritis originating from the inflammation in the synovium are also affected by cellular lipid metabolism. The focus is on the lipid metabolism due to the effects of dietary lipids on bone health. These and other phenomena indicate that phospholipases may participate in bone remodelling as evidenced by their expression in smooth muscle cells, in bone forming osteoblasts, chondrocytes and in bone resorbing osteoclasts. Among various enzymes involved, phospholipases A1 or A2, phospholipase C, phospholipase D, autotaxin and sphingomyelinase are engaged in membrane lipid remodelling during early stages of mineralization and cell maturation in mineralization-competent cells. Numerous experimental evidences suggested that phospholipases exert their action at various stages of mineralization by affecting intracellular signaling and cell differentiation. The lipid metabolites—such as arachidonic acid, lysophospholipids, and sphingosine-1-phosphate are involved in cell signaling and inflammation reactions. Phospholipases are also important members of the cellular machinery engaged in matrix vesicle (MV) biogenesis and exocytosis. They may favour mineral formation inside MVs, may catalyse MV membrane breakdown necessary for the release of mineral deposits into extracellular matrix (ECM), or participate in hydrolysis of ECM. The biological functions of phospholipases are discussed from the perspective of animal and cellular knockout models, as well as disease implications, development of potent inhibitors and therapeutic interventions.
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Nakano R, Iwakiri R, Ikeda Y, Kishi T, Tsuruoka N, Shimoda R, Sakata Y, Yamaguchi K, Fujimoto K. Factors affecting short- and long-term effects of leukocyte removal therapy in active ulcerative colitis. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2013; 28:303-8. [PMID: 23339387 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.12049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/16/2012] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Leukocyte removal therapy (LRT) is recognized as an effective treatment for active ulcerative colitis (UC). In this study, factors associated with the efficacy and long-term effects of LRT were evaluated. METHODS From April 1998 to March 2010, 98 patients with moderate to severe UC were randomly assigned to granulocyte and monocyte/macrophage adsorptive apheresis (GMA) (n = 47) or leukocytapheresis (LCAP) (n = 51) treatment. Patients received two sessions of LRT in the first week, followed by three weekly administrations. All patients were treated with 5-aminosalicylic acid and corticosteroid. Steroid doses were tapered if patients achieved clinical improvement. Clinical remission was defined as a decrease in clinical activity index to < 4 and endoscopic findings to Matts' grade 1 or 2. When clinical activity index decreased but still remained ≥ 5 and Matts' grading was 1 or 2, the patient was considered to have improved. Patients were observed for at least 1 year and diagnosed as relapsed when additional treatment was required. RESULTS Seventy-one (73%) patients achieved clinical remission or improvement. No significant difference was found between LCAP and GMA. Increased age, ≥ 3 attacks of UC, and ≥ 2 sessions of LRT were indicative of refractoriness to LRT. During 1 year observation, 28 patients were relapsed. Duration of UC, ≥ 3 attacks of UC, and ≥ 2 sessions of LRT were indicative of refractoriness to the long-term effects of LRT. CONCLUSION Both GMA and LCAP were effective to treat active UC. However, long duration of UC, multiple UC attacks, and past history of LRT reduce the efficacy.
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- Ryo Nakano
- Department of Internal Medicine and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Saga Medical School, Saga, Japan
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Kusaoi M, Yamaji K, Murayama G, Yasui M, Yamada R, Hishinuma R, Nemoto T, Hohtatsu K, Kageyama M, Kawamoto T, Sugimoto K, Sekiya F, Kon T, Ogasawara M, Kempe K, Tsuda H, Takasaki Y. Gene expression analysis using a high-resolution DNA microarray of peripheral whole blood immediately before and after leukocytapheresis for rheumatoid arthritis. Ther Apher Dial 2012; 16:456-66. [PMID: 23046371 DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-9987.2012.01111.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) is a safe, unique therapy pertaining to intractable rheumatoid arthritis (RA) even in cases of drug allergy or infectious states. To investigate how to represent LCAP efficacy, we have conducted gene expression analyses from the peripheral blood of RA patients treated with non-woven polyethylene terephthalate filters. Peripheral blood samples were collected immediately before and after treatment from eight RA patients who received LCAP. Among these patients, all of them achieved 20% improvement in the core set of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR20), and thus, they were confirmed as LCAP responders. Gene expression analysis was done with a high-resolution DNA microarray. The results of each of the two groups' gene expression values (immediately before and after LCAP) were calculated using Welch's t-test. Calculations were performed with a statistical software R.basic package: if the P-value was less than 0.05, this was seen as a significant change. In a comparison of 25,370 gene expressions, the number of genes showing a P-value < 0.05 in the upregulating group was 2110, and in the downregulating group it was 1864. The results of pathway analysis using the MetaCore program indicate that gene groups work for cytoskeletal remodeling are upregulated, and genes related to immune responses, such as antigens presenting via major histocompatibility complex class I and II, are downregulated just after LCAP. These findings may relate to LCAP efficacy for RA patients, but this needs further investigation.
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- Makio Kusaoi
- Department of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
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Izumi Y, Mori T, Matsuo M, Koga Y, Ohno T, Miyashita T, Sasaki O, Ezaki H, Migita K. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) for treating refractory adult-onset Still's disease (AOSD). Mod Rheumatol 2011; 22:483-7. [PMID: 22020671 DOI: 10.1007/s10165-011-0543-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2011] [Accepted: 09/26/2011] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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This is the first report on the efficacy of leukocytapheresis (LCAP) in a patient with refractory systemic-type adult-onset Still's disease (AOSD). A 17-year-old Japanese woman with AOSD who had been treated with prednisolone and cyclosporine A presented with relapse of typical systemic AOSD, including high fever, rash, and liver dysfunction. Steroid pulse therapy (methylprednisolone 500 mg/day) was performed, which failed to stabilize the disease. Therefore, LCAP (twice/week for a total of five courses) was introduced in combination with high-dose steroids plus cyclosporin A. Elevated levels of serum ferritin and transaminases and neutrophil CD64 expression normalized after the patient's disease was successfully controlled by the induction of LCAP. In this case, elevated levels of interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-18 were normalized after LCAP induction, suggesting that LCAP treatment modulates the deregulated cytokine-mediated inflammatory responses observed in AOSD. Our clinical observations suggest that LCAP may be beneficial for flare-up of systemic manifestations of AOSD refractory to conventional treatment, including high-dose steroids and immunosuppressants.
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- Yasumori Izumi
- Department of General Internal Medicine, NHO National Nagasaki Medical Center, 2-1001-1 Kubara, Omura 856-8652, Japan
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Zhu M, Xu X, Nie F, Tong J, Xiao S, Ran Z. The efficacy and safety of selective leukocytapheresis in the treatment of ulcerative colitis: a meta-analysis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2011; 26:999-1007. [PMID: 21476027 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-011-1193-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/04/2011] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE The use of selective leukocytapheresis for the treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC) has been evaluated in several open and controlled trials, with varying outcomes. A meta-analysis was performed to better assess the efficacy and safety of selective leukocytapheresis as supplemental therapy compared with conventional pharmacotherapy in patients with UC. METHODS All randomized trials comparing selective leukocytapheresis supplementation with conventional pharmacotherapy were included from electronic databases and reference lists. A meta-analysis that pooled the outcome effects of leukocytapheresis and pharmacotherapy was performed. A fixed effect model or random effect model was selected depending on the heterogeneity test of the trials. RESULTS Nine randomized controlled trials met the inclusion criteria contributing a total of 686 participants. Compared with conventional pharmacotherapy, leukocytapheresis supplementation presented a significant benefit in promoting a response rate (OR, 2.88, 95% CI: 1.60-5.18) and remission rate (OR, 2.04; 95% CI, 1.36-3.07) together with significant higher steroid-sparing effects (OR, 10.49; 95% CI, 3.44-31.93) in patients with active moderate-to-severe UC by intention-to-treat analysis. Leukocytapheresis was more effective in maintaining clinical remission for asymptomatic UC patients than conventional therapy (OR, 8.14; 95% CI, 2.22-29.90). The incidence of mild-moderate adverse effects was much less frequent in the leukocytapheresis groups than conventional pharmacotherapy groups (OR, 0.16; 95% CI, 0.04-0.60). Few severe adverse events were observed. CONCLUSIONS Current data indicate that leukocytapheresis supplementation may be more efficacious on improving response and remission rates and tapering corticosteroid dosage with excellent tolerability and safety than conventional pharmacotherapy in patients with UC. In addition, more high-quality randomized controlled trials are required to confirm the higher efficacy of leukocytapheresis in patients with UC.
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- Mingming Zhu
- Department of Gastroenterology, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Institute of Digestive Disease, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200001, China
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Dickmann LJ, Patel SK, Rock DA, Wienkers LC, Slatter JG. Effects of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and an anti-IL-6 monoclonal antibody on drug-metabolizing enzymes in human hepatocyte culture. Drug Metab Dispos 2011; 39:1415-22. [PMID: 21555507 DOI: 10.1124/dmd.111.038679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 129] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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The cytokine-mediated suppression of hepatic drug-metabolizing enzymes by inflammatory disease and the relief of this suppression by successful disease treatment have recently become an issue in the development of drug interaction labels for new biological products. This study examined the effects of the inflammatory cytokine interleukin-6 (IL-6) on drug-metabolizing enzymes in human hepatocyte culture and the abrogation of these effects by a monoclonal antibody directed against IL-6. Treatment of human hepatocytes with IL-6 (n = 9 donors) revealed pan-suppression of mRNA of 10 major cytochrome P450 isoenzymes, but with EC(50) values that differed by isoenzyme. Some EC(50) values were above the range of clinically relevant serum concentrations of IL-6. Marker activities for CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 enzyme were similarly suppressed by IL-6 in both freshly isolated and cryopreserved hepatocytes. IL-6 suppressed induction of CYP1A2 enzyme activity by omeprazole and CYP3A4 enzyme activity by rifampicin but only at supraphysiological concentrations of IL-6. Glycosylated and nonglycosylated IL-6 did not significantly differ in their ability to suppress CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 enzyme activity. A monoclonal antibody directed against IL-6 abolished or partially blocked IL-6-mediated suppression of CYP1A2 and CYP3A4 enzyme activity, respectively. These data indicate that experimentation with IL-6 and anti-IL-6 monoclonal antibodies in human hepatocyte primary culture can quantitatively measure cytochrome P450 suppression and desuppression and determine EC(50) values for IL-6 against individual cytochrome P450 isoenzymes. However, the complex biology of inflammatory disease may not allow for quantitative in vitro-in vivo extrapolation of these simple in vitro data.
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- Leslie J Dickmann
- Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism, Amgen, Inc., Seattle, WA 98119, USA.
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HIDAKA T. The mechanism of the efficiency of Leukocytapheresis on Rheumatoid Arthritis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 34:447-55. [DOI: 10.2177/jsci.34.447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Remarkable advances have been made in the area of pharmacotherapy such as immunosuppressants and biologics in recent years. However, there is always the possibility that adequate pharmacotherapy cannot be carried out due to resistance, organ damage, allergies, and adverse drug reactions. The idea of aiming for treatment that is safer and more effective by using concomitant therapeutic apheresis to mitigate drug therapies that cause severe tissue injury has surfaced. In the present report, I would like to discuss new findings related to disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and chronic hepatitis C that are already covered by insurance and the indications, methods, and clinical efficacy of therapeutic apheresis for disorders such as dilatative cardiomyopathy, pyoderma gangrenosum, and pulmonary fibrosis that are currently being evaluated and investigated in the hope that they will be covered in the future.
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- Ken Yamaji
- Department of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, Juntendo University School of Medicine, 2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8421, Japan.
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Kanno Y, Kobayashi H, Suzuki E, Iwadate H, Sasajima T, Watanabe H, Ohira H. Doppler sonographic analysis of synovial vascularization in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis treated with leukocytapheresis. Fukushima J Med Sci 2009; 54:73-8. [PMID: 19418969 DOI: 10.5387/fms.54.73] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Synovial vascularization in metacarpophalangeal joints of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis treated with leukocytapheresis (LCAP) was evaluated by Doppler sonography. After the treatment with LCAP, evaluation with American College of Rheumatology core set showed improvement, and the levels of C-reactive protein and serum amyloid A protein decreased. Power Doppler sonography demonstrated a reduction of color flow signals of the joints, and spectral Doppler sonography demonstrated an increase in vascular resistant, indicating a reduction of vessel's permeability. This is the first report evaluating a synovial vascularization and blood flow of the joints by Doppler sonography before and after LCAP therapy. Doppler sonography might be one of the useful methods for evaluating the therapeutic response of LCAP.
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- Yukiko Kanno
- The Second Department of Internal Medicine, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima 960-1295, Japan.
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Umekita K, Hidaka T, Ueno S, Takajo I, Kai Y, Nagatomo Y, Sawaguchi A, Suganuma T, Okayama A. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) decreases the level of platelet-derived microparticles (MPs) and increases the level of granulocytes-derived MPs: a possible connection with the effect of LCAP on rheumatoid arthritis. Mod Rheumatol 2009; 19:265-72. [PMID: 19337689 DOI: 10.1007/s10165-009-0164-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2008] [Accepted: 02/24/2009] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Microparticles (MPs) are believed to play an important role in inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) is one of the options available for the treatment of RA. We analyzed the levels of MPs in RA, by flow cytometry, especially in relation to the effect of LCAP. Twenty female patients with RA were recruited into this study. Six of the 20 patients with RA further received LCAP. Plasma levels of platelet-derived MPs were high in patients with RA and are correlated with disease activity. LCAP significantly improved RA in all six patients. The numbers of platelet-derived MPs significantly decreased after the first session of LCAP, which was probably due to direct removal by LCAP. Mean numbers of platelet-derived MPs after four sessions of LCAP markedly decreased. The numbers of granulocyte-derived MPs, which are suggested to have an anti-inflammatory effect, were markedly increased after the first session of LCAP. These data suggest that removal of platelet-derived MPs and increase of granulocyte-derived MPs are novel mechanisms of LCAP as effective treatment in RA.
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- Kunihiko Umekita
- Department of Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Miyazaki, Kiyotake, Miyazaki, Japan
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SAWADA J, KIMOTO O, SUZUKI D, SHIMOYAMA K, OGAWA N. Investigation of the clinical usefullness of leukocytapheresis on rheumatoid arthritis resistant to or failed with the other treatments. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 32:499-505. [DOI: 10.2177/jsci.32.499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- Jin SAWADA
- Third Department of Internal Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine
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- Third Department of Internal Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine
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- Third Department of Internal Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine
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- Third Department of Internal Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine
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- Third Department of Internal Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine
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Nochi H, Tomura H, Tobo M, Tanaka N, Sato K, Shinozaki T, Kobayashi T, Takagishi K, Ohta H, Okajima F, Tamoto K. Stimulatory role of lysophosphatidic acid in cyclooxygenase-2 induction by synovial fluid of patients with rheumatoid arthritis in fibroblast-like synovial cells. THE JOURNAL OF IMMUNOLOGY 2008; 181:5111-9. [PMID: 18802115 DOI: 10.4049/jimmunol.181.7.5111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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While inflammatory cytokines are well-recognized critical factors for the induction of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) in activated fibroblast-like synovial cells, the roles of biologically active components other than inflammatory cytokines in synovial fluid remain unknown. Herein, we assessed the role of lysophosphatidic acid (LPA), a pleiotropic lipid mediator, in COX-2 induction using synovial fluid of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in fibroblast-like RA synovial cells. Synovial fluid from RA patients stimulated COX-2 induction, which was associated with prostaglandin E(2) production, in RA synovial cells. The synovial fluid-induced actions were inhibited by G(i/o) protein inhibitor pertussis toxin and LPA receptor antagonist 3-(4-[4-([1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethoxy]carbonyl amino)-3-methyl-5-isoxazolyl] benzylsulfanyl) propanoic acid (Ki16425). In fact, LPA alone significantly induced COX-2 expression and enhanced IL-1alpha- or IL-1beta-induced enzyme expression in a manner sensitive to pertussis toxin and Ki16425. RA synovial cells abundantly expressed LPA(1) receptor compared with other LPA receptor subtypes. Moreover, synovial fluid contains a significant amount of LPA, an LPA-synthesizing enzyme autotaxin, and its substrate lysophosphatidylcholine. In conclusion, LPA existing in synovial fluid plays a critical role in COX-2 induction in collaboration with inflammatory cytokines in RA synovial cells. Ki16425-sensitive LPA receptors may be therapeutic targets for RA.
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- Hiromi Nochi
- Laboratory of Hygienic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Kagawa Campus, Tokushima Bunri University, Sanuki, Kagawa, Japan
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Comparison of the efficacy of granulocyte and monocyte/macrophage adsorptive apheresis and leukocytapheresis in active ulcerative colitis patients: a prospective randomized study. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2008; 20:629-33. [PMID: 18679064 DOI: 10.1097/meg.0b013e3282f5e9a4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease associated with recurring inflammation of the colorectal mucosa. Recently, cytapheresis has emerged as a new treatment for patients with UC. Removal methods are mainly performed with beads [granulocyte and monocyte/macrophage adsorptive apheresis (GMCAP)] or filters [leukocytapheresis (LCAP)]. Both treatments have been reported to be effective for active UC. There have been few trials, however, comparing the efficacy of GMCAP and LCAP. In this study, we prospectively evaluated the efficacy of LCAP and GMCAP for the treatment of active UC. METHODS Thirty-nine patients [18 male, 21 female; mean age 38.7 years; duration of disease 6 years; clinical activity index (CAI) >6 points] with moderate-to-severe active UC were randomly assigned to the LCAP (n=21) or GMCAP group (n=17). Adacolumn (cellulose acetate beads; Japan Immunoresearch Laboratories, Takasaki, Japan) for GMCAP and Cellsorba EX (polyethylene phthalate fibers; Asahi Medical Co. Ltd, Tokyo, Japan) for LCAP were used for leukocyte removal. Patients received two sessions of cytapheresis in the first week, followed by four weekly administrations. Steroid doses were tapered if patients achieved clinical improvement. When the CAI score had decreased by 5 points or more, the patient was considered to have improved. RESULTS Thirteen patients in the GMCAP group and 14 in the LCAP group achieved clinical improvement. No significant difference was found in clinical response and clinical course between LCAP and GMCAP. Hemoglobin levels were significantly decreased immediately after one session of cytapheresis in the LCAP group. No severe adverse effects were observed in any of the patients. No significant differences were observed in any clinical parameters predictive of a response to either LCAP or GMCAP. But in all patients receiving cytapheresis, a high CAI score was a significant risk factor for treatment failure. All of the cytapheresis nonresponders had CAI scores >or=16. CONCLUSION Both GMCAP and LCAP were effective treatments for active UC. Patients with severe UC and a high CAI score were, however, refractory to treatment.
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Okawa-Takatsuji M, Nagatani K, Nakajima K, Itoh K, Kano T, Nagashio C, Takahashi Y, Aotsuka S, Mimori A. Recruitment of immature neutrophils in peripheral blood following leukocytapheresis therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. J Clin Apher 2008; 22:323-9. [PMID: 18095302 DOI: 10.1002/jca.20155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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The objective of this study is to evaluate the cellular mechanism underlying filtration leukocytapheresis (LCAP) therapy for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Thirteen patients with refractory RA each underwent three sessions of LCAP. Before (pre-) and after (post-) the completion of the first LCAP session, peripheral blood was sampled and analyzed for neutrophil surface markers using flow cytometry. The surface antigens of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and neutrophils obtained at pre- and post-LCAP were then analyzed using a fluorescence-activated cell sorter. The American College of Rheumatology's criterion of a 20% improvement was achieved in six patients, but not in the other seven patients, after LCAP therapy. The post-LCAP number of blood band form neutrophils with a bone marrow phenotype (CD49d(dim+), low density) was higher among the responders than among the nonresponders, suggesting an association between the clinical response and the recruitment of bone-marrow-derived neutrophils. After the nonspecific absorption of WBCs during a 1-h Cellsorba procedure, the number of PBMCs was consistently decreased, although the number of neutrophils that were affected by removal plus recruitment varied in a manner that was independent of efficacy. In contrast, the emergence of immature neutrophils in the peripheral blood was characteristic of the effective therapies. These cells were found after the 1st session of responders and also found following sessions of LCAPs. Immature neutrophils, which may be recruited from the bone marrow in the peripheral blood after the first session of LCAP, can predict the clinical efficacy of subsequent LCAP sessions.
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- Masako Okawa-Takatsuji
- Department of Community Health and Medicine, Research Institute, International Medical Center of Japan, Tokyo, Japan.
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Sato T, Hagiwara K, Kobayashi S, Inokuma S, Akiyama O. Effectiveness of leukocytapheresis for refractory foot ulceration in rheumatoid arthritis. Intern Med 2008; 47:1763-4. [PMID: 18827436 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.47.1440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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- Takeo Sato
- Department of Allergy and Rheumatic Diseases, Japanese Red Cross Medical Center, Tokyo.
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Emmrich J, Petermann S, Nowak D, Beutner I, Brock P, Klingel R, Mausfeld-Lafdhiya P, Liebe S, Ramlow W. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) in the management of chronic active ulcerative colitis--results of a randomized pilot trial. Dig Dis Sci 2007; 52:2044-53. [PMID: 17410456 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-006-9696-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2005] [Accepted: 11/26/2006] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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Recent studies suggest that leukocytapheresis with Cellsorba is a valuable therapy for ulcerative colitis after failure of conventional treatment. In this study the potential of leukocytapheresis to induce remission in refractory chronic colitis under the conditions of European treatment guidelines was investigated. The therapeutic benefit of leukocytapheresis in the maintenance of remission was additionally elucidated. Twenty patients were treated weekly for 5 weeks. A significant decrease in the activity index was observed. Fourteen patients achieved clinical remission, and mucosal healing was observed endoscopically in six patients. After randomization these 14 patients in remission entered a second period of either monthly leukocytapheresis or no further treatment. In both groups steroids were tapered down. After 6 months, only one patient in the control group remained in remission, in contrast to five of eight patients in the leukocytapheresis group. In conclusion, leukocytapheresis may offer a therapeutic option in the induction and the maintenance of remission in chronic active ulcerative colitis.
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- Jörg Emmrich
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital of Rostock, Ernst-Heydemann-Str. 6, 18057 Rostock, Germany.
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Roth SH. Role of apheresis in rheumatoid arthritis. Drugs 2006; 66:1903-8. [PMID: 17100402 DOI: 10.2165/00003495-200666150-00001] [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: 11/02/2022]
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Apheresis, a therapeutic procedure that has been available for decades, has recently been added to the long-term management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It is a procedure whereby blood is removed from the body and divided into its various components. With the development of specific instrumentation, it has become possible to target the specific cellular or humoral components to be removed or altered. RA is a destructive, chronic progressive disease with high morbidity and significant mortality if it is not treated. Recently, combinations of disease-modifying pharmacotherapeutic agents have successfully been brought to bear on this serious disease. This approach of combining potent anti-inflammatory, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), chemotherapy and biologicals continues with some success but not without significant dangers of severe adverse toxicity, including the risks of sepsis, immunopathology and malignancy. In the setting of RA, various apheresis procedures, with and without these combination modalities, have been tested with variable success. This article reviews that experience as an overall approach to better, safer RA disease management.
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- Sanford H Roth
- Arizona Research and Education, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253, USA.
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Itoh Y, Takeshita Y, Ozawa Y, Tohma S, Umemura S. A Case Report of Leukocytapheresis for Refractory Leg Ulcers Complicated With Rheumatoid Arthritis. Ther Apher Dial 2006; 10:419-24. [PMID: 17096696 DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-9987.2006.00405.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) has recently been investigated for the treatment of drug-resistant rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In the present clinical study, we used LCAP in three patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with drug-resistant leg ulcers. LCAP was carried out once a week for five weeks. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, rheumatoid factor titers and tender joint counts did not change when LCAP was used but the ulcers began to recede after the first treatment and, by the end of the fifth treatment, the ulcers had healed. The activated leukocytes that are the major part of the inflammation of skin ulcers are removed from the peripheral blood by LCAP. Thus, it is supposed that the activated leukocytes shift from the inflammatory skin ulcer to peripheral blood, causing the skin ulcer to recover. We hypothesize that LCAP is a useful treatment for refractory leg ulcers complicated with RA.
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- Yoko Itoh
- Department of Internal Medicine, National Hospital Organization Sagamihara National Hospital, Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan.
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Yagi Y, Andoh A, Inatomi O, Bamba S, Tsujikawa T, Fujiyama Y, Mitsuyama K, Yoshida T. Modulation of platelet aggregation responses by leukocytapheresis therapy in patients with active ulcerative colitis. J Gastroenterol 2006; 41:540-6. [PMID: 16868801 DOI: 10.1007/s00535-006-1797-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2005] [Accepted: 02/12/2006] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recent studies suggest that platelet activation plays an important role in the pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease. In this study, we evaluated the effects of leukocytapheresis (LCAP) on platelet functions in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC). METHODS Thirteen patients with active UC (five women and eight men) were treated with LCAP therapy. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was prepared, and platelet aggregation in response to agonist solution (epinephrine, collagen, and ADP) was measured with a platelet aggregometer. Platelet-derived microparticle (PDMP) plasma levels were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. RESULTS Nine patients responded to LCAP therapy, but no clinical responses were observed in four patients. The aggregation response to 0.1 microg/ml epinephrine was enhanced in all patients. In all responders, enhanced epinephrine aggregation was normalized after the LCAP session. However, in the four nonresponders, enhanced epinephrine aggregation was maintained after the LCAP session. In responders, the mean maximum aggregation induced by 0.1 microg/ml epinephrine was 76.8 +/- 5.0% before and 15.4 +/- 3.8% after LCAP, respectively (P < 0.05). Increased aggregation responses to both 0.2 microg/ml collagen and 1.0 microM ADP were observed, and LCAP also normalized these enhanced responses. LCAP significantly reduced circulating PDMP levels (56.8 +/- 28.3 U/ml before and 46.3 +/- 30.4 U/ml after LCAP, P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS LCAP reduced enhanced platelet aggregation responses in active UC patients. Because platelets play an important role in inflammatory and immune responses, therapeutic effects of LCAP may be partially mediated by reduction of increased platelet aggregation activities.
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- Yuhki Yagi
- Department of Internal Medicine, Shiga University of Medical Science, Seta Tukinowa, Otsu, 520-2192, Japan
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Tanaka H, Tsugawa K, Nakahata T, Suzuki K, Ito E. Leukocytapheresis for the treatment of refractory systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Clin Rheumatol 2006; 26:1014-6. [PMID: 16565893 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-006-0256-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2006] [Accepted: 02/08/2006] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Although leukocytapheresis (LCAP) has been reported to be effective for the treatment of various autoimmune disorders, little information has been published yet on the efficacy and safety of LCAP for the treatment of systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis (SOJIA). A pilot trial of LCAP was therefore conducted on two children with refractory SOJIA using a granulocyte apheresis filter packed with cellulose acetate beads in an attempt to control the disease flares. Following three to eight sessions of LCAP, the joint symptoms gradually resolved without any increase in the dose of corticosteroids. The procedure was associated with a decrease in the serum interleukin-6. No severe adverse effects were observed except for mild nausea. However, efficacy of LCAP sustained in a short time since both patients subsequently developed flares after 3 months of the treatment.
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- Hiroshi Tanaka
- Department of Pediatrics, Hirosaki University School of Medicine, 5 Zaifu-cho, Hirosaki, 036-8562, Japan.
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Pharoah DS, Varsani H, Tatham RW, Newton KR, de Jager W, Prakken BJ, Klein N, Wedderburn LR. Expression of the inflammatory chemokines CCL5, CCL3 and CXCL10 in juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and demonstration of CCL5 production by an atypical subset of CD8+ T cells. Arthritis Res Ther 2006; 8:R50. [PMID: 16507178 PMCID: PMC1526593 DOI: 10.1186/ar1913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2005] [Revised: 01/16/2006] [Accepted: 02/06/2006] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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This study focuses upon three chemokines, namely CCL5, CXCL10 and CCL3, which are potential novel therapeutic targets in arthritis. The aim of the study was to analyse the expression and production of these three chemokines within the joints of children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) of the oligoarticular and polyarticular subtypes. All three of these chemokines are highly expressed at the level of mRNA, with the most significant increase in mRNA levels being demonstrated for CCL5 when compared with matched peripheral blood samples and controls. We show that high levels of all three chemokines are present in synovial fluid of children with JIA. We investigate the major source of CCL5 from inflammatory synovial cells, which we show to be CD8+ T cells. This CD8+ synovial T cell population has an unexpected phenotype that has not been described previously, being CCR7- yet predominantly CD28+ and CD45RA-. These cells contain high levels of stored intracellular CCL5, and rapid release of CCL5 takes place on T cell stimulation, without requiring new protein synthesis. In addition, we demonstrate that CCL5 is present in synovial biopsies from these patients, in particular on the endothelium of small and medium sized vessels. We believe this to be the first in depth analysis of these mediators of inflammation in JIA.
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- Rheumatology Unit, Institute of Child Health, UCL, London, UK
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- Rheumatology Unit, Institute of Child Health, UCL, London, UK
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- Department of Paediatric Immunology, Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, University Medical Centre, Utrecht
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- Department of Paediatric Immunology, Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, University Medical Centre, Utrecht
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- Microbiology/Infectious Disease Unit, Institute of Child Health, UCL, London, UK
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Andoh A, Tsujikawa T, Inatomi O, Deguchi Y, Sasaki M, Obata H, Mitsuyama K, Fujiyama Y. Leukocytapheresis Therapy Modulates Circulating T cell Subsets in Patients With Ulcerative Colitis. Ther Apher Dial 2005; 9:270-6. [PMID: 15967005 DOI: 10.1111/j.1774-9987.2005.00270.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The aim of this study was to elucidate the molecular mechanisms responsible for the therapeutic effects of leukocytapheresis (LCAP). We investigated the alterations in circulating T cell subsets after LCAP therapy in ulcerative colitis (UC) patients. Eighteen patients with UC were enrolled. Fourteen patients were responders, and four patients were non-responders. Peripheral venous blood was obtained within 5 min before and 5 min after LCAP therapy. Flow cytometric analysis for T cell markers and intracellular interferon (IFN)-gamma (Th1) and interleukin (IL)-4 (Th2) was then performed. The average numbers of lymphocytes, T and B cells were significantly decreased after LCAP therapy, respectively (P < 0.01). The numbers of CD4+ and CD8+ T cells were also significantly decreased, respectively (P < 0.01), but the CD4+/CD8+ ratio was not changed. The number of CD45RO+ CD4+ memory T cells was significantly decreased. The number of CD25+ CD4+ T cells tended to decrease after LCAP therapy (not significant). However, the ratio of CD25+ CD4+-cells/CD25- CD4+-cells was significantly increased (P < 0.05). The number of IFN-gamma-positive (Th1) cells was significantly decreased after LCAP therapy, but there was no significant change in the number of IL-4-positive (Th2) cells. The Th1/Th2 ratio was significantly decreased after LCAP therapy. Some of the immuno-suppressive effects of LCAP therapy may be associated with a modulation of circulating T cell subsets.
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- Akira Andoh
- Department of Internal Medicine, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Japan.
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Hanai H, Iida T, Takeuchi K, Watanabe F, Maruyama Y, Kikuyama M, Tanaka T, Kondo K, Tanaka K, Takai K. Decrease of reactive-oxygen-producing granulocytes and release of IL-10 into the peripheral blood following leukocytapheresis in patients with active ulcerative colitis. World J Gastroenterol 2005; 11:3085-90. [PMID: 15918195 PMCID: PMC4305845 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i20.3085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To investigate the clinical efficacy of leukocytapheresis (LCAP) in patients with active ulcerative colitis (UC), and to elucidate the mechanisms by determining the changes in the cytokine levels in the peripheral blood and of the functions of the peripheral blood leukocytes in these patients.
METHODS: The subjects were 19 patients with active UC, with a mean clinical activity index (CAI) of 9.2. The LCAP was conducted using Cellsorba E. In each session of LCAP, 2-3 L of blood at the flow rate of 30-50 mL/min was processed. The treatment was carried out in approximately 1-h sessions, once a week, for 5-10 wk. Blood samples for determination of the cytokine levels were collected from the inflow side of the column (site of dehematization; at the start of LCAP) and outflow side of the column (at the end of LCAP). Blood samples for the determination of reactive-oxygen-producing cells were collected from the peripheral blood before and after LCAP.
RESULTS: LCAP resulted in clinical improvement in all the 19 patients of UC recruited for this study. Remission (CAI: ≤4) was noted in 15 (79%) of the 19 patients. The blood level of the pro-inflammatory cytokine IL-6 was found to be decreased following treatment by LCAP, and the level of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 at the outflow side of the LCAP column was found to be significantly elevated as compared to that at the inflow side of the column. The reactive-oxygen-producing granulocytes in the peripheral blood of UC patients was increased as compared to that in healthy persons and the increase was found to be decreased following treatment by LCAP.
CONCLUSION: LCAP exerted a high therapeutic efficacy in patients with active UC. Our findings suggest that LCAP is associated with enhanced production of the inhibitory cytokine IL-10 to indirectly inhibit the functions of the inflammatory leukocytes, and that inflammation is also considerably attenuated by the direct removal of reactive-oxygen-producing neutrophils from the peripheral blood.
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- Hiroyuki Hanai
- Department of Endoscopic and Photodynamic Medicine, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, 1-20-1 Handayama, Hamamatsu 431-3192, Japan.
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Sawada K, Egashira A, Ohnishi K, Fukunaga K, Kusaka T, Shimoyama T. Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) for management of fulminant ulcerative colitis with toxic megacolon. Dig Dis Sci 2005; 50:767-73. [PMID: 15844716 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-005-2571-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) is a method of therapeutic apheresis to remove patients' peripheral leukocytes by extracorporeal circulation. Previous studies showed that LCAP for the treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC) was more effective and had fewer adverse effects compared to high-dose steroid therapy. However, there are no reports on the application of LCAP for UC patients with toxic megacolon (TM). This study reports the effectiveness and safety of LCAP in treating patients with severe or fulminant UC with TM. Six patients were enrolled in this study and LCAP sessions were performed three times per week for 2 weeks, followed by four further times in the next 4 weeks. After completion of therapy, four patients improved in TM and went into the remission stage of UC. The average Rachmilewitz clinical activity index of these four patients improved from 19.5 to 1. The remaining two patients had to undergo colectomy, however, the symptoms had been mitigated by LCAP and the operations were completed without any problems. These results suggest that LCAP is an additional effective and safe option for TM management in preventing colectomy or for bridging to a safer operation.
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- Koji Sawada
- Department of Internal Medicine, Hyogo College of Medicine, Hyogo, Japan.
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Grimsholm O, Rantapää-Dahlqvist S, Forsgren S. Levels of gastrin-releasing peptide and substance P in synovial fluid and serum correlate with levels of cytokines in rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis Res Ther 2005; 7:R416-26. [PMID: 15899028 PMCID: PMC1174935 DOI: 10.1186/ar1503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2004] [Revised: 12/21/2004] [Accepted: 01/04/2005] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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It is well known that cytokines are highly involved in the disease process of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Recently, targeting of neuropeptides has been suggested to have potential therapeutic effects in RA. The aim of this study was to investigate possible interrelations between five neuropeptides (bombesin/gastrin-releasing peptide (BN/GRP), substance P (SP), vasoactive intestinal peptide, calcitonin-gene-related peptide, and neuropeptide Y) and the three cytokines tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α, IL-6, and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 in synovial fluid of patients with RA. We also investigated possible interrelations between these neuropeptides and soluble TNF receptor 1 in serum from RA patients. Synovial fluid and sera were collected and assayed with ELISA or RIA. The most interesting findings were correlations between BN/GRP and SP and the cytokines. Thus, in synovial fluid, the concentrations of BN/GRP and SP grouped together with IL-6, and SP also grouped together with TNF-α and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1. BN/GRP and SP concentrations in synovial fluid also grouped together with the erythrocyte sedimentation rate. In the sera, BN/GRP concentrations and soluble TNF receptor 1 concentrations were correlated. These results are of interest because blocking of SP effects has long been discussed in relation to RA treatment and because BN/GRP is known to have trophic and growth-promoting effects and to play a role in inflammation and wound healing. Furthermore, the observations strengthen a suggestion that combination treatment with agents interfering with neuropeptides and cytokines would be efficacious in the treatment of RA. In conclusion, BN/GRP and SP are involved together with cytokines in the neuroimmunomodulation that occurs in the arthritic joint.
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- Ola Grimsholm
- Department of Integrative Medical Biology, Section for Anatomy, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Integrative Medical Biology, Section for Anatomy, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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Mori K, Yoshihara T, Ando T, Tsubai S, Matsuo S, Aoyama M, Yamamoto T, Kawase Y. Cytapheresis therapy for ulcerative colitis in three pediatric patients. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2004; 39:549-51. [PMID: 15572898 DOI: 10.1097/00005176-200411000-00019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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- Kanako Mori
- Department of Pediatrics, Matsushita Memorial Hospital, Moriguchi-shi, Osaka, Japan.
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Hirayama A, Nagase S, Ueda A, Ishizu T, Taru Y, Yoh K, Hirayama K, Kobayashi M, Koyama A. Oxidative stress during leukocyte absorption apheresis. J Clin Apher 2003; 18:61-6. [PMID: 12874817 DOI: 10.1002/jca.10054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Leukocyte absorption apheresis absorbs leukocytes to the apheresis columns involving leukocyte activation. This process is regarded as bioincompatible and avoided in hemodialysis or other extracorporeal circulation processes. Thus, leukocyte apheresis has a potential risk to exacerbate in vivo oxidative stress. We evaluated the changes in plasma oxidative stress during leukocyte apheresis. Patients diagnosed as ulcerative colitis (UC) and treated with leukocyte apheresis were studied. Adacolumn (celluloseacetate beads) or Cellsorba EX (polyethylenephtarate fiber) was used for the leukocyte absorption device. Oxidative stress was measured by thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) and hydroxyl radical ((*)OH) scavenging activity. Plasma samples were collected from the pre- and post-column sampling port at the start, and from the pre-column sampling port at the end of the treatment. The (*)OH signal intensities (OHRI) significantly increased during a column passage, indicating a loss of plasma (*)OH scavenging activity. However, OHRI was reduced at the end, suggesting a recovery of radical scavenging activity during leukocyte apheresis. Significant decreases of OHRI and TBARS were only observed in the early phase of the therapeutic course. No differences of OHRI and TBARS levels were observed between the two columns. These results indicate that though the plasma antioxidant activity was diminished by a column passage, plasma antioxidant activity recovers during the procedure. This efficient antioxidative effect is limited to the early phase of the therapeutic course.
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- Aki Hirayama
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba City, Japan.
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Leukocytapheresis (LCAP) is an apheresis technique for depleting pathogenic leukocytes from the circulating blood to improve the condition of the patient. LCAP sensu lato has been applied for the treatment of various rheumatic diseases: other treatments include thoracic duct drainage, photopheresis, centrifugal LCAP, granulocytapheresis (GCAP) and filtration LCAP. Among these modalities, GCAP and filtration LCAP are most commonly used in Japan for two reasons; the equipment and procedure are simple and practical and adverse events are rare and minor. In this article, LCAP, in particular filtration LCAP, for the treatment of rheumatic diseases is reviewed.
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- Toshihiko Hidaka
- Internal Medicine I, National Defense Medical College, Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan.
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de Jager W, te Velthuis H, Prakken BJ, Kuis W, Rijkers GT. Simultaneous detection of 15 human cytokines in a single sample of stimulated peripheral blood mononuclear cells. CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY IMMUNOLOGY 2003; 10:133-9. [PMID: 12522051 PMCID: PMC145264 DOI: 10.1128/cdli.10.1.133-139.2003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 411] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Cytokines secreted by cells of the immune system can alter the behavior and properties of immune or other cells. At a site of inflammation, sets of cytokines interact with immune cells, and their combined effect is often more important than the function of one isolated component. Conventional techniques, such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays, generally require large quantities of cells to characterize a complete cytokine profile of activated lymphocytes. The Bio-Plex system from Bio-Rad Laboratories combines the principle of a sandwich immunoassay with the Luminex fluorescent-bead-based technology. We developed a multiplex cytokine assay to detect different cytokines simultaneously in culture supernatant of human peripheral blood mononuclear cells stimulated with antigen and with mitogen. Fifteen human cytokines (interleukin 1alpha [IL-1alpha], IL-1beta, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, IL-12p70, IL-13, IL-15, IL-17, IL-18, gamma interferon, and tumor necrosis factor alpha) were validated with a panel of healthy individuals, rheumatoid arthritis patients, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients. Comparing the multiplex assay with a regular enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay technique with this donor panel resulted in correlation coefficients for all cytokines ranging from 0.75 to 0.99. Intra-assay variance proved to be less then 10%, whereas interassay variability ranged between 10 and 22%. This multiplex system proved to be a powerful tool in the quantitation of cytokines. It will provide a more complete picture in differences between activated lymphocyte cytokine profiles from healthy individuals and those from patients with chronic inflammatory diseases.
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- Wilco de Jager
- Department of Pediatric Immunology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Wilhelmina Children's Hospital, 3584 EA Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Ex Vivo Gene Delivery of IL-1Ra and Soluble TNF Receptor Confers a Distal Synergistic Therapeutic Effect in Antigen-Induced Arthritis. Mol Ther 2002. [DOI: 10.1006/mthe.2002.0711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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