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Hu Y, Liu X, Zhou H, Wang S, Huang R, Wang Y, Du X, Sun J, Zhou Z, Yan Z, Chen W, Wang W, Liu Q, Zeng Q, Gong Y, Yin J, Shen X, Ye B, Chen Y, Xu Y, Sun H, Cheng Y, Liu Z, Wang C, Yuan G, Zhang X, Li X, Cheng P, Guo X, Jiang Z, Yang F, Yang L, Luo C, Xiao T, Fu S, Yin H, Guo X, Xu Q, Fan S, Shi MM, Su W, Mei H, Yang R. Efficacy and safety of sovleplenib (HMPL-523) in adult patients with chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia in China (ESLIM-01): a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 study. Lancet Haematol 2024; 11:e567-e579. [PMID: 38885672 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-3026(24)00139-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 04/25/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Sovleplenib, a novel spleen tyrosine kinase (SYK) inhibitor, showed promising safety and activity in patients with primary immune thrombocytopenia in a phase 1b/2 trial. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of sovleplenib in patients with chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia. METHODS This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 trial (ESLIM-01) was done in 34 clinical centres in China. Eligible patients, aged 18-75 years, had chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia, an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0-1, and received one or more previous treatments. Patients were randomly assigned (2:1) to receive oral sovleplenib or placebo, 300 mg once daily, for 24 weeks. Randomisation was stratified by baseline platelet counts, previous splenectomy, and concomitant treatment for anti-immune thrombocytopenia at baseline. The primary endpoint was durable response rate (proportion of patients with a platelet count of ≥50 × 109/L on at least four of six scheduled visits between weeks 14 and 24, not affected by rescue treatment) assessed by intention-to-treat. The trial is registered with ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT05029635, and the extension, open-label phase is ongoing. FINDINGS Between Sept 29, 2021, and Dec 31, 2022, 188 patients were randomly assigned to receive sovleplenib (n=126) or placebo (n=62). 124 (66%) were female, 64 (34%) were male, and all were of Asian ethnicity. Median previous lines of immune thrombocytopenia therapy were 4·0, and 134 (71%) of 188 patients had received previous thrombopoietin or thrombopoietin receptor agonist. The primary endpoint was met; durable response rate was 48% (61/126) with sovleplenib compared with zero with placebo (difference 48% [95% CI 40-57]; p<0·0001). The median time to response was 8 days with sovleplenib compared with 30 days with placebo. 125 (99%) of 126 patients in the sovleplenib group and 53 (85%) of 62 in the placebo group reported treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs), and most events were mild or moderate. Frequent TEAEs of grade 3 or higher for sovleplenib versus placebo were platelet count decreased (7% [9/126] vs 10% [6/62]), neutrophil count decreased (3% [4/126] vs 0% [0/62]), and hypertension (3% [4/126] vs 0% [0/62]). Incidences of serious TEAEs were 21% (26/126) in the sovleplenib group and 18% (11/62) in the placebo group. There were no deaths in the study. INTERPRETATION Sovleplenib showed a clinically meaningful sustained platelet response in patients with chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia, with a tolerable safety profile and improvement in quality of life. Sovleplenib could be a potential treatment option for patients with immune thrombocytopenia who received one or more previous therapy. FUNDING HUTCHMED and Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality.
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- Yu Hu
- Department of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Thrombosis and Haemostasis Diagnosis Treatment Center, Institute of Hematology and Blood Diseases Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Hematology, Henan Cancer Hospital/The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Zheng Zhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Hematology, Shaanxi Provincial People's Hospital, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Hematology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Hematology, Nanfang Hospital Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, China
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- Department of Hematology, North China University of Science and Technology Affiliated Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Department of Hematology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hematology, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China
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- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Heping Hospital Affiliated To Changzhi Medical College, Changzhi, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Hematology, Xiangya Hospital Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Hematology, Ruijin Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oncology, Jinshan Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Hematology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Hematology, The Affiliated Huaian No.1 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Huai'an, China
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- Department of Hematology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Hematology, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hematology, The Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, The Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Hematology, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Hematology, Liaocheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Science, Clinical and Registration, HUTCHMED, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Thrombosis and Haemostasis Diagnosis Treatment Center, Institute of Hematology and Blood Diseases Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Tianjin, China.
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Zhang Q, Huang M, Thomas ER, Wang L, Liu J, Li X, Luo J, Zou W, Wu J. The role of platelet desialylation as a biomarker in primary immune thrombocytopenia: mechanisms and therapeutic perspectives. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1409461. [PMID: 38979425 PMCID: PMC11228137 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1409461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2024] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an acquired autoimmune disorder characterized by the destruction of platelets. Although it was long believed that the critical role of autoantibodies in platelet destruction, primarily through the Fc-dependent platelet clearance pathway, recent findings indicate that the significance of the Fc-independent platelet clearance pathway mediated by hepatocytes, thus shedding light on a previously obscure aspect of ITP pathogenesis. Within this context, the desialylation of platelets has emerged as a pivotal biochemical marker. Consequently, targeting platelet desialylation emerges as a novel therapeutic strategy in the pathogenesis of ITP. Notably, prevailing research has largely focused on antiplatelet antibodies and the glycosylation-associated mechanisms of platelet clearance, while comprehensive analysis of platelet desialylation remains scant. In response, we retrospectively discuss the historical progression, inducing factors, generation process, and molecular regulatory mechanisms underlying platelet desialylation in ITP pathogenesis. By systematically evaluating the most recent research findings, we contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the intricate processes involved. Moreover, our manuscript delves into the potential application of desialylation regulatory strategies in ITP therapy, heralding novel therapeutic avenues. In conclusion, this manuscript not only fills a critical void in existing literature but also paves the way for future research by establishing a systematic theoretical framework. By inspiring new research ideas and offering insights into the development of new therapeutic strategies and targeted drugs, our study is poised to significantly advance the clinical management of ITP.
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- Qianhui Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- Department of Microbiology, North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Shillong, India
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
- Education Ministry Key Laboratory of Medical Electrophysiology, Medical Key Laboratory for Drug Discovery and Druggability Evaluation of Sichuan Province, Luzhou Key Laboratory of Activity Screening and Druggability Evaluation for Chinese Materia Medica, Luzhou, China
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Shen N, Qiao J, Jiang Y, Yan J, Wu R, Yin H, Zhu S, Li J. Thrombopoietin receptor agonists use and risk of thrombotic events in patients with immune thrombocytopenic purpura: A systematic review and meta‑analysis of randomized controlled trials. Biomed Rep 2024; 20:44. [PMID: 38357229 PMCID: PMC10865300 DOI: 10.3892/br.2024.1732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
Abstract
Thrombopoietin receptor agonists (TPO-RAs) have a role in second-line immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) treatment, binding to and activating thrombopoietin receptors on megakaryocyte membranes in the bone marrow. This promotes megakaryocyte maturation and increases platelet production. Despite a 2-6% incidence of thrombotic events during TPO-RA treatment, it remains uncertain whether TPO-RAs elevate thrombosis rates. A comprehensive search of electronic databases was conducted using the relevant search criteria. To assess the risk of bias, the included studies were assessed using the revised Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool 2.0, and a meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.4.1. A total of 1,698 patients with ITP were included from randomized controlled trials (RCTs). There were 26 thromboembolic events in the TPO-RAs group and 4 in the control group. However, there was no significant difference in the incidence of thrombotic events between the two groups [odds ratio (OR)=1.76, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.78-4.00, P=0.18], even if the duration of treatment was >12 weeks (OR=2.46, 95% CI: 0.81-7.43, P=0.11). Subgroup analysis showed that none of the four drugs significantly increased the incidence of thrombotic events (romiplostim: OR=0.92, 95% CI: 0.14-6.13, P=0.93; eltrombopag: OR=2.32, 95% CI: 0.64-8.47, P=0.20; avatrombopag: OR=4.15, 95% CI: 0.20-85.23, P=0.36; and hetrombopag: OR=0.76, 95% CI: 0.03-18.76, P=0.87). There was also no significant difference in the results of the double-blinded placebo-controlled RCTs (OR=1.21, 95% CI: 0.41-3.58, P=0.73). Compared to patients with ITP who did not receive TPO-RA treatment, those receiving TPO-RA treatment did not exhibit a significantly increased risk of thrombotic events.
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- Nan Shen
- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
- Department of Hematology, The Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Suqian Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University, Suqian, Jiangsu 223800, P.R. China
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- Department of Hematology, The Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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Delshad M, Davoodi-Moghaddam Z, Pourbagheri-Sigaroodi A, Faranoush M, Abolghasemi H, Bashash D. Translating mechanisms into therapeutic strategies for immune thrombocytopenia (ITP): Lessons from clinical trials. Thromb Res 2024; 235:125-147. [PMID: 38335568 DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2024.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
Abstract
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disorder that causes a significant reduction in peripheral blood platelet count. Fortunately, due to an increased understanding of ITP, there have been significant improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of these patients. Over the past decade, there have been a variety of proven therapeutic options available for ITP patients, including intravenous immunoglobulins (IVIG), Rituximab, corticosteroids, and thrombopoietin receptor agonists (TPO-RAs). Although the effectiveness of current therapies in treating more than two-thirds of patients, still some patients do not respond well to conventional therapies or fail to achieve long-term remission. Recently, a significant advancement has been made in identifying various mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of ITP, leading to the development of novel treatments targeting these pathways. It seems that new agents that target plasma cells, Bruton tyrosine kinase, FcRn, platelet desialylation, splenic tyrosine kinase, and classical complement pathways are opening new ways to treat ITP. In this study, we reviewed the pathophysiology of ITP and summarized updates in this population's management and treatment options. We also took a closer look at the 315 ongoing trials to investigate their progress status and compare the effectiveness of interventions. May our comprehensive view of ongoing clinical trials serve as a guiding beacon, illuminating the path towards future trials of different drugs in the treatment of ITP patients.
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- Mahda Delshad
- Department of Hematology and Blood Banking, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; Department of Laboratory Sciences, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Department of Hematology and Blood Banking, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Hematology and Blood Banking, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Pediatric Growth and Development Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Pediatric Congenital Hematologic Disorders Research Center, Research Institute for Children's Health, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Hematology and Blood Banking, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Allegra A, Cicero N, Mirabile G, Giorgianni CM, Gangemi S. Novel Biomarkers for Diagnosis and Monitoring of Immune Thrombocytopenia. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24054438. [PMID: 36901864 PMCID: PMC10003036 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24054438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Revised: 02/12/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/12/2023] Open
Abstract
Lower-than-normal platelet counts are a hallmark of the acquired autoimmune illness known as immune thrombocytopenia, which can affect both adults and children. Immune thrombocytopenia patients' care has evolved significantly in recent years, but the disease's diagnosis has not, and it is still only clinically achievable with the elimination of other causes of thrombocytopenia. The lack of a valid biomarker or gold-standard diagnostic test, despite ongoing efforts to find one, adds to the high rate of disease misdiagnosis. However, in recent years, several studies have helped to elucidate a number of features of the disease's etiology, highlighting how the platelet loss is not only caused by an increase in peripheral platelet destruction but also involves a number of humoral and cellular immune system effectors. This made it possible to identify the role of immune-activating substances such cytokines and chemokines, complement, non-coding genetic material, the microbiome, and gene mutations. Furthermore, platelet and megakaryocyte immaturity indices have been emphasized as new disease markers, and prognostic signs and responses to particular types of therapy have been suggested. Our review's goal was to compile information from the literature on novel immune thrombocytopenia biomarkers, markers that will help us improve the management of these patients.
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- Alessandro Allegra
- Division of Hematology, Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood “Gaetano Barresi”, University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences (BIOMORF), University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood “Gaetano Barresi”, University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences (BIOMORF), University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy
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- Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, 98100 Messina, Italy
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