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Tanasi I, Crosera L, Taus F, Orsolini G, Adami G, Olivieri F, Bernardelli A, Bonadonna P, Nalin F, Sella S, Giannini S, Liu Y, Mannelli F, Vanderwert F, Bonifacio M, Krampera M, Rossini M, Lyons JJ, Zanotti R. Underlying systemic mastocytosis in patients with unexplained osteoporosis: score proposal. Bone 2024; 186:117141. [PMID: 38823568 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2024.117141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND A score to predict the association between unexplained osteoporosis and an underlying systemic Mastocytosis (SM) is lacking. OBJECTIVE This study aimed at identifying criteria able to predict the diagnosis of SM without skin involvement and provide an indication for bone marrow (BM) assessment. METHODS We included 139 adult patients with unexplained osteoporosis and suspected SM. After BM evaluation, 63 patients (45.3 %) were diagnosed with SM, while the remaining 76 patients (54.7 %) negative for clonal mast cell (MC) disorders, constituted our control group. Univariate and multivariate analysis identified three independent predictive factors: age (<54 years: +1 point, >64 years: -1 point), serum basal tryptase (sBT) levels >19 ng/mL (+2 points) and vertebral fractures (+2 points). RESULTS These variables were used to build the OSTEO-score, able to predict the diagnosis of SM before BM assessment with a sensitivity of 73.5 % and a specificity of 67.1 %. Patients with a score < 3 had a lower probability of having SM compared to patients with a score ≥ 3 (28.5 % and 71.4 %, respectively, p < 0.0001). When sBT levels were corrected for the presence of hereditary alpha-tryptasemia (HαT) using the BST calculater (https://bst-calculater.niaid.nih.gov/) recently published [1,2], the sensitivity of ΗαT-adjusted OSTEO-score increased to 87.8 %, and the specificity reached 76.1 %. Also, the positive predictive value of a score ≥ 3 increased to 85.2 %. CONCLUSIONS Further studies are needed to validate these results and characterize the role of tryptase genotyping in patients with unexplained osteoporosis in reducing the risk of misdiagnosing patients with SM. Our proposed scoring model allows the identification of patients with the highest probability of having SM, avoiding unnecessary BM studies.
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Affiliation(s)
- Ilaria Tanasi
- Unità Operativa di Ematologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy.
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- Unità Operativa di Ematologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic and Public Health, Section of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Unità Operativa di Reumatologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unità Operativa di Reumatologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Unità Operativa di Allergologia e Asma Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unità Operativa di Ematologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Unità Operativa di Allergologia e Asma Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Unità Operativa di Allergologia e Asma Center, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Clinica Medica 1, Azienda Ospedale Università di Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Clinica Medica 1, Azienda Ospedale Università di Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Translational Allergic Immunopathology Unit, Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, USA
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- CRIMM, Centro di Ricerca e Innovazione per le Malattie Mieloproliferative, Università di Firenze, Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale e Clinica, Denothe Excellence Center, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Firenze, Italy
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- CRIMM, Centro di Ricerca e Innovazione per le Malattie Mieloproliferative, Università di Firenze, Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale e Clinica, Denothe Excellence Center, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Firenze, Italy
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- Unità Operativa di Ematologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Department of Engineering for Innovation Medicine, Section of Innovation Biomedicine, Hematology Area, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unità Operativa di Ematologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Department of Engineering for Innovation Medicine, Section of Innovation Biomedicine, Hematology Area, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy; Unità Operativa di Reumatologia, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Translational Allergic Immunopathology Unit, Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, USA
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- Gruppo Interdisciplinare per lo Studio della Mastocitosi (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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Parker JA, Hou R. A 48-Year-Old Man With a Hip Fracture and Skin Rash: A Case Report. AACE Clin Case Rep 2024; 10:2-6. [PMID: 38303771 PMCID: PMC10829777 DOI: 10.1016/j.aace.2023.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Background/Objective Patients with systemic mastocytosis are at high risk of developing osteoporosis and fractures. Herein, we report a case of hip fragility fracture in a patient with indolent systemic mastocytosis and normal bone density. Case Report A 48-year-old man experienced a left femoral neck fracture after a fall. After a dose of oxycodone/hydromorphone postoperatively, he developed an anaphylactic reaction. Previously, he experienced a few other episodes of flushing, dizziness, and syncope precipitated by stress and alcohol. His examination was notable for pink and brown macules on his chest, back, arms, and legs. His laboratory test revealed a markedly elevated tryptase level of 171 ng/mL (<11 ng/mL). Treatment including cetirizine, montelukast, and ranitidine controlled his symptoms. His bone density test result was normal. Ten months after hip surgery, his c-terminal telopeptide of collagen type 1 and bone-specific alkaline phosphatase levels significantly increased. The bone scan demonstrated diffusely increased radiotracer uptake throughout the osseous structures. Given high bone turnover and the prior hip fracture, he received zoledronic acid yearly for 3 years, and no further fractures have occurred. Discussion The case is unusual as the fracture occurred despite normal bone density and significant osteosclerosis, which was previously considered protective against fractures. Additionally, rather than the spine, the fracture occurred in the hip, which is an uncommon site for mastocytosis-induced fractures. Conclusion Mastocytosis is a rare cause of osteoporosis, and it is important to keep this condition in the differential diagnosis of osteoporosis, particularly when the fracture presentation is atypical.
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- J. Anthony Parker
- Division of Nuclear Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Thyroid Associates, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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To a large extent, the clinical picture of pediatric mastocytosis depends on the age at which it is diagnosed. A neonate with diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis may frequently present in a severe state requiring treatment. Toddlers may require long-term anti-mediator therapy, and this may lead to concerns such as organizing preschool education due to the need for epinephrine injections. A teenager may have to face cutaneous disease persistence or a diagnosis of systemic mastocytosis. Further studies are needed to refine the available treatment options and prognosis for different age groups.
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- Joanna Renke
- Department of Pediatrics, Hematology and Oncology, Medical University of Gdańsk, ul. Skłodowskiej-Curie 3A, 80-210 Gdańsk.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Hematology and Oncology, Medical University of Gdańsk, ul. Skłodowskiej-Curie 3A, 80-210 Gdańsk
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- Department of Dermatology, Venerology and Allergology, Medical University of Gdańsk, ul. Skłodowskiej-Curie 3A, 80-210 Gdańsk
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Franco AS, Murai IH, Takayama L, Caparbo VF, Marchi LL, Velloso EDRP, Pereira RMR. Assessment of Bone Microarchitecture in Patients with Systemic Mastocytosis and its Association with Clinical and Biochemical Parameters of the Disease. Calcif Tissue Int 2023; 113:276-285. [PMID: 37294314 DOI: 10.1007/s00223-023-01107-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Patients with systemic mastocytosis (SM) are at high risk of bone deterioration. However, the evaluation of bone microarchitecture in this disease remains unclear. We aimed to assess bone microarchitecture in patients with SM. This was a cross-sectional study of 21 adult patients with SM conducted in a quaternary referral hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil. A healthy, age-, weight-, and sex-matched cohort of 63 participants was used to provide reference values for bone microarchitecture, assessed by high resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography (HR-pQCT). Total volumetric bone mineral density (vBMD), cortical vBMD, and cortical thickness at the radius were significantly lower in the control group compared with the SM group (all P < 0.001). Patients with aggressive SM had significantly lower trabecular number (Tb.N) (P = 0.035) and estimated failure load (F.load) (P = 0.032) at the tibia compared with those with indolent SM. Handgrip strength was significantly higher in patients who had more Tb.N at the radius (ρ, 0.46; P = 0.036) and tibia (ρ, 0.49; P = 0.002), and lower who had more trabecular separation at the radius (ρ, -0.46; P = 0.035) and tibia (ρ, -0.52; P = 0.016). Strong and positive associations between F.load (ρ, 0.75; P < 0.001) and stiffness (ρ, 0.70; P < 0.001) at the radius, and between F.load at the tibia (ρ, 0.45; P = 0.038) were observed with handgrip strength. In this cross-sectional study, aggressive SM was more susceptible to bone deterioration compared with indolent SM. In addition, the findings demonstrated that handgrip strength was associated with bone microarchitecture and bone strength.
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- Andre S Franco
- Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
- Faculdade de Medicina, FMUSP da Universidade de São Paulo, Av Dr Arnaldo, 455 - Reumatologia, 3º Andar, Sala 3193, Cerqueira César, Sao Paulo, 01246-903, Brazil.
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- Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Service of Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy and Laboratory of Medical Investigation in Pathogenesis and Directed Therapy in Onco-Immuno-Hematology (LIM-31) HCFMUSP, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Service of Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy and Laboratory of Medical Investigation in Pathogenesis and Directed Therapy in Onco-Immuno-Hematology (LIM-31) HCFMUSP, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas HCFMUSP, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Zanotti R, Tanasi I, Crosera L, Bonifacio M, Schena D, Orsolini G, Mastropaolo F, Tebaldi M, Olivieri E, Bonadonna P. Systemic Mastocytosis: Multidisciplinary Approach. Mediterr J Hematol Infect Dis 2021; 13:e2021068. [PMID: 34804442 PMCID: PMC8577553 DOI: 10.4084/mjhid.2021.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Systemic mastocytosis (SM) is a heterogeneous group of diseases that affect almost exclusively adults and are defined by the proliferation and accumulation of clonal mast cells (MC) in various tissues. Disease subtypes range from indolent to rare aggressive forms. Although SM is classified as a rare disease, it is believed to be likely underdiagnosed. Major signs and symptoms mainly depend on MC activation and less frequent organ infiltration, typical of more aggressive variants. Diagnosis may be challenging, and symptoms can be aspecific and involve several organs. Therefore, it is advisable to refer patients to specialized centers, having sufficient knowledge of the disease, sensitive diagnostic procedures, offering a personalized and multidisciplinary diagnostic approach, including at least hematological, allergological, dermatological, and rheumatological evaluations. A precise and timely diagnosis is required for: a) adequate counseling of patients and their physicians; b) beginning of symptomatic treatment (anti-mediator therapy); c) prevention of severe manifestations of the disease (i.e., recurrent anaphylaxis, osteoporosis, and bone fractures); d) cytoreductive treatment of advanced SM variants. This review summarizes the disease's main manifestations and describes the ideal diagnostic approach for adult patients with suspected SM, giving physicians the main notions for correct patient diagnosis and management. This review also highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in this very complex disease.
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- Roberta Zanotti
- Hematology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Dermatology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Rheumatology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Rheumatology Unit, Department of Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Gastroenterology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Allergy Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Interdisciplinary Study Group for Mastocytosis (GISM), Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
- Allergy Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata di Verona, Verona, Italy
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Jackson CW, Pratt CM, Rupprecht CP, Pattanaik D, Krishnaswamy G. Mastocytosis and Mast Cell Activation Disorders: Clearing the Air. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms222011270. [PMID: 34681933 PMCID: PMC8540348 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222011270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Revised: 10/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
Abstract
Mast cells are derived from hematopoietic stem cell precursors and are essential to the genesis and manifestations of the allergic response. Activation of these cells by allergens leads to degranulation and elaboration of inflammatory mediators, responsible for regulating the acute dramatic inflammatory response seen. Mast cells have also been incriminated in such diverse disorders as malignancy, arthritis, coronary artery disease, and osteoporosis. There has been a recent explosion in our understanding of the mast cell and the associated clinical conditions that affect this cell type. Some mast cell disorders are associated with specific genetic mutations (such as the D816V gain-of-function mutation) with resultant clonal disease. Such disorders include cutaneous mastocytosis, systemic mastocytosis (SM), its variants (indolent/ISM, smoldering/SSM, aggressive systemic mastocytosis/ASM) and clonal (or monoclonal) mast cell activation disorders or syndromes (CMCAS/MMAS). Besides clonal mast cell activations disorders/CMCAS (also referred to as monoclonal mast cell activation syndromes/MMAS), mast cell activation can also occur secondary to allergic, inflammatory, or paraneoplastic disease. Some disorders are idiopathic as their molecular pathogenesis and evolution are unclear. A genetic disorder, referred to as hereditary alpha-tryptasemia (HαT) has also been described recently. This condition has been shown to be associated with increased severity of allergic and anaphylactic reactions and may interact variably with primary and secondary mast cell disease, resulting in complex combined disorders. The role of this review is to clarify the classification of mast cell disorders, point to molecular aspects of mast cell signaling, elucidate underlying genetic defects, and provide approaches to targeted therapies that may benefit such patients.
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- Clayton Webster Jackson
- Department of Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA; (C.W.J.); (C.M.P.)
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- Department of Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA; (C.W.J.); (C.M.P.)
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- The Division of Allergy and Immunology, UT Memphis College of Medicine, Memphis, TN 38103, USA;
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- Department of Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA; (C.W.J.); (C.M.P.)
- The Bill Hefner VA Medical Center, The Division of Allergy and Immunology, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA
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