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Kamal MM. The Pap smear in inflammation and repair. Cytojournal 2022; 19:29. [PMID: 35673696 PMCID: PMC9168397 DOI: 10.25259/cmas_03_08_2021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Cytology of the uterine cervix is one of the most widely utilized tests and is best known primarily for the cytologic changes seen in precancerous lesions and invasive cancer of the uterine cervix. The more common inflammatory conditions of cervicitis and vaginitis are close clinical differentials, especially when they give rise to excessive blood-stained vaginal discharge. These infective conditions also result in variation in the appearance of otherwise benign squamous and glandular cells in cervical cytology specimens. A variety of physiologic and pathologic conditions are responsible for the conversion of polymicrobial flora of the vagina to a monomicrobial one. The latter may overgrow the others and result in inflammation of the cervix and the vagina. Chronic irritation of the cervix due to intrauterine devices, chemical irritants, inflammation/infection, endocrine changes, and reparative changes can lead to worrisome parakeratosis, hyperkeratosis, and squamous metaplasia of non-keratinized squamous mucosa of the cervix and the vagina and may mimic HPV-related changes. Although some benign changes are specific for certain infections, for example, Trichomonas infestation, most of the reactive and hyperplastic cell morphology are important to recognize only due to the significant morphologic overlap with neoplastic changes in cytology specimens. Identification of different pathogens specifically may not be relevant from a clinical point of view, but is undoubtedly a cytologists’ privilege to inform the clinician! This chapter describes in detail the cytoplasmic and nuclear reactive changes that are found in specific and non-specific inflammatory conditions. In addition, diagnostic pitfalls are emphasized where necessary.
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Tao F, Xing X, Wu J, Jiang R. Enteral nutrition modulation with n-3 PUFAs directs microbiome and lipid metabolism in mice. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0248482. [PMID: 33764993 PMCID: PMC7993877 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0248482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 02/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Nutritional support using exclusive enteral nutrition (EEN) has been studied as primary therapy for the management of liver diseases, Crohn’s disease, and cancers. EEN can also increase the number of beneficial microbiotas in the gut, improve bile acid and lipid metabolism, and decrease the number of harmful dietary micro-particles, possibly by influencing disease occurrence and increasing immunity. This study investigated the effects of EEN-n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (3PUFAs) (EEN-3PUFAs) on the gut microbiome, intestinal barrier, and lipid or bile acid metabolism in mice. Metagenomic sequencing technology was used to analyze the effects of EEN-3PUFAs on the composition of gut microbiome signatures. The contents of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and bile acids in the feces and liver of the mice were assayed by gas chromatography and ultra-high-pressure liquid chromatography/high-resolution tandem mass spectrometry, respectively. The levels of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and D-lactic acid in the blood were used to assess intestinal permeability. The results indicated that EEN-3PUFAs could improve the composition of gut microbiome signatures and increase the abundance of Barnesiella and Lactobacillus (genus), Porphyromonadaceae, and Bacteroidia (species), and Bacteroidetes (phylum) after EEN-3PUFAs initiation. In addition, EEN-3PUFAs induced the formation of SCFAs (mainly including acetic acid, propionic acid, and butyric acid) and increased the intestinal wall compared to the control group. In conclusion, EEN-3PUFAs modulate the alterations in gut microbiome signatures, enhanced intestinal barrier, and regulated the fatty acid composition and lipid metabolism shifts and the putative mechanisms underlying these effects.
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- Fuzheng Tao
- Intensive Care Unit, Taizhou Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Taizhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Intensive Care Unit, First Hospital Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Intensive Care Unit, First Hospital Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Intensive Care Unit, First Hospital Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Negi D, Singh A, Joshi N, Mishra N. Cisplatin and Probiotic Biomass Loaded Pessaries for the Management of Cervical Cancer. Anticancer Agents Med Chem 2021; 20:589-598. [PMID: 31823703 DOI: 10.2174/1871520619666191211110640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2019] [Revised: 03/29/2019] [Accepted: 10/31/2019] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Cancer is a type of disease, in which the growth of cells is abnormal and uncontrolled. One of the most common cancers among women is cervical cancer. In India, cervical cancer is one of leading causes of cancer mortality among women 30 to 69 years of age, accounting for 17% of all cancer deaths. The work present here shows the combined effects of anticancer drug along with probiotics to circumvent the side effects associated with chemotherapy and to enhance the therapeutic effect. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cisplatin and drug loaded pessaries were prepared by melt mold method using the blend of PEG's (Polyethylene Glycol) and further characterized for various in vitro and in vivo parameters. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The free radical scavenging activity of probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus by DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) assay was observed to be 60.77μg/mL The mean weight variation, melting time, content uniformity, friability and hardness of the prepared pessary were 1.25±0.025mg, 10.86±0.64min, 99.89±0.74, 0.25%, 2.2kg/cm2. Histopathology studies presented that the developed formulation are safe for local delivery of cisplatin. CONCLUSION This study provides the basis for a combination of local delivery approach along with the beneficial effects of probiotic strain which could be better a approach for the treatment of cervical cancer.
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- Deepa Negi
- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab 142001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab 142001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab 142001, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab 142001, India
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Castanheira CP, Sallas ML, Nunes RAL, Lorenzi NPC, Termini L. Microbiome and Cervical Cancer. Pathobiology 2020; 88:187-197. [PMID: 33227782 DOI: 10.1159/000511477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Persistent infection with some types of mucosal human papillomavirus (HPV) is the etiological factor for the development of cervical cancer and its precursor lesions. Besides, several cofactors are known to play a role in cervical disease onset and progression either by favoring or by preventing HPV infection and persistence. The microbiome of a healthy female genital tract is characterized by the presence of 1 or few varieties of lactobacilli. However, high-throughput studies addressing the bacterial diversity and abundance in the female genital tract have shown that several factors, including hormonal levels, hygiene habits, and sexually transmitted diseases may disrupt the natural balance, favoring the outgrowth of some groups of bacteria, which in turn may favor some pathological states. Recently, the vaginal microbiome has emerged as a new variable that could greatly influence the natural history of HPV infections and their clinical impact. In this context, changes in the vaginal microbiome have been detected in women infected with HPV and women with HPV-associated lesions and cancer. However, the role of specific bacteria groups in the development/progression or prevention/regression of HPV-associated pathologies is not well understood. In this review we summarize the current knowledge concerning changes in vaginal microbiome and cervical disease. We discuss the potential functional interplay between specific bacterial groups and HPV infection outcomes.
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- Innovation in Cancer Laboratory, Centro de Investigação Translacional em Oncologia, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo Octavio Frias de Oliveira, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Innovation in Cancer Laboratory, Centro de Investigação Translacional em Oncologia, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo Octavio Frias de Oliveira, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Innovation in Cancer Laboratory, Centro de Investigação Translacional em Oncologia, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo Octavio Frias de Oliveira, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil,
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Sodhani P, Gupta S, Gupta R, Mehrotra R. Bacterial Vaginosis and Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia: Is there an Association or is Co-Existence Incidental? Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2017; 18:1289-1292. [PMID: 28610416 PMCID: PMC5555537 DOI: 10.22034/apjcp.2017.18.5.1289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Objectives: To determine associations, if any, of bacterial vaginosis with cervical pre-neoplastic lesions and evaluate any effects of sub-categorization of smears with bacterial vaginosis. Methods: All cervico-vaginal smears reported as positive for bacterial vaginosis over a five-year period were reviewed and sub-categorized into ’type I (dysbacteriosis)’ and ’type II (pure Gardenerella infection)’ smears by two cytopathologists (PS, SG). The proportion of smears with healthy flora and pre-neoplastic lesions was compared with those having bacterial vaginosis in conjunction with such changes. In addition, a comparison was also attempted between the frequencies of pre-neoplastic lesions with the two categories of bacterial vaginosis smears. Results: Bacterial vaginosis was diagnosed in 28.6% (7017 of the 24,565) of the 24,565 smears received in the Institute during the study period. Of these 7,017 smears with bacterial vaginosis, 53% (3717) were categorized as type I and 42.7% (3000) as type II by both cytopathologists. Pre-neoplastic lesions were detected in 10.2% of smears with bacterial vaginosis compared to 5.7% of those with healthy flora (P<0.0001). Of the sub-categories of bacterial vaginosis, the risk of detecting precancerous lesion was higher for type II smears (P<0.001). Conclusion: Sub-categorization of bacterial vaginosis, as performed in the Dutch coding system, may be worthwhile due to the strikingly different risk of associated preneoplasia.
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- Pushpa Sodhani
- Division of Cytopathology, National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research, Noida, India.
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Association of myeloperoxidase polymorphism (G463A) with cervix cancer. Mol Cell Biochem 2015; 404:1-4. [DOI: 10.1007/s11010-015-2359-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2014] [Accepted: 02/14/2015] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Gillet E, Meys JFA, Verstraelen H, Verhelst R, De Sutter P, Temmerman M, Broeck DV. Association between bacterial vaginosis and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia: systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One 2012; 7:e45201. [PMID: 23056195 PMCID: PMC3462776 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0045201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2011] [Accepted: 08/17/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most common vaginal disorder among women of reproductive age, has been suggested as co-factor in the development of cervical cancer. Previous studies examining the relationship between BV and cervical intra-epithelial neoplasia (CIN) provided inconsistent and conflicting results. The aim of this study is to clarify the association between these two conditions. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to summarize published literature on the association between BV and cervical pre-cancerous lesions. An extensive search of electronic databases Medline (Pubmed) and Web of Science was performed. The key words 'bacterial vaginosis' and 'bacterial infections and vaginitis' were used in combination with 'cervical intraepithelial neoplasia', 'squamous intraepithelial lesions', 'cervical lesions', 'cervical dysplasia', and 'cervical screening'. Eligible studies required a clear description of diagnostic methods used for detecting both BV and cervical pre-cancerous lesions. Publications were included if they either reported odds ratios (OR) and corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CI) representing the magnitude of association between these two conditions, or presented data that allowed calculation of the OR. RESULTS Out of 329 articles, 17 cross-sectional and 2 incidence studies were selected. In addition, two studies conducted in The Netherlands, using the national KOPAC system, were retained. After testing for heterogeneity and publication bias, meta-analysis and meta-regression were performed, using a random effects model. Although heterogeneity among studies was high (χ(2) = 164.7, p<0.01, I(2) = 88.5), a positive association between BV and cervical pre-cancerous lesions was found, with an overall estimated odds ratio of 1.51 (95% CI, 1.24-1.83). Meta-regression analysis could not detect a significant difference between studies based on BV diagnosis, CIN diagnosis or study population. CONCLUSIONS Although most studies were cross-sectional and heterogeneity was high, this meta-analysis confirms a connection between BV and CIN.
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- Evy Gillet
- International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRH), Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
- Department of Gynaecology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Applied Mathematics, Biometrics and Process Control, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRH), Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Gynaecology, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRH), Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRH), Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Charlier C, Cretenet M, Even S, Le Loir Y. Interactions between Staphylococcus aureus and lactic acid bacteria: An old story with new perspectives. Int J Food Microbiol 2009; 131:30-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2008.06.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2008] [Revised: 06/30/2008] [Accepted: 06/30/2008] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Lenoir-Wijnkoop I, Sanders ME, Cabana MD, Caglar E, Corthier G, Rayes N, Sherman PM, Timmerman HM, Vaneechoutte M, Van Loo J, Wolvers DAW. Probiotic and prebiotic influence beyond the intestinal tract. Nutr Rev 2008; 65:469-89. [PMID: 18038940 DOI: 10.1111/j.1753-4887.2007.tb00272.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 148] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Probiotics and prebiotics have long been appreciated for their positive influences on gut health. Research on the mechanisms and effects of these agents shows that their impact reaches beyond the intestine. Effects on the microecology and pathology of the oral cavity, stomach, and vaginal tract have been observed. Likely mediated through immune influences, systemic effects such as reduced severity of colds or other respiratory conditions, impact on allergy incidence and symptoms, and reduced absences from work or daycare have also been noted. These observations, among others, suggest a broader spectrum of influence than commonly considered for these unique substances.
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Tomás MSJ, Bru E, Nader-Macías ME. Comparison of the growth and hydrogen peroxide production by vaginal probiotic lactobacilli under different culture conditions. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2003; 188:35-44. [PMID: 12548193 DOI: 10.1067/mob.2003.123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine the optimal conditions for the growth and hydrogen peroxide production by vaginal lactobacilli. STUDY DESIGN Two vaginal lactobacillus strains were cultured under different growth conditions (temperature, pH, agitation, and growth media) with a fractional factorial experimental design. RESULTS The optimal growth conditions of Lactobacillus paracasei CRL (Centro de Referencia para Lactobacilus Culture Collection) 1289 and Lactobacillus crispatus CRL 1266 were temperature 37 degrees C and initial pH 6.5, nonagitated cultures, in autolysat de levure; peptone, tryptone, Tween 80 et glucose (LAPTg) broth for L paracasei or in de Man-Rogosa-Sharpe (MRS) and LAPTg broths for L crispatus. The hydrogen peroxide production, detected only in agitated cultures, was higher at 37 degrees C and pH 6.5. The oxidative metabolite produced the self-inhibition of the lactobacilli growth. In mixed cultures of lactobacilli and Staphylococcus aureus under the optimal conditions of hydrogen peroxide production, the pathogen growth was inhibited. CONCLUSION The results provided information about the factors that affect the hydrogen peroxide production and about the most favorable conditions with which to obtain the highest biomass in the shortest possible time.
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- María Silvina Juárez Tomás
- Department of Preventive Microbiology and Centro de Referencia para Lactobacilos (CERELA)-CONICET, Tucumán, Argentina
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