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Jongdee P, Julamanee J, Rattarittamrong E, Mukura S, Wanitpongpun C, Deoisares R, Surawong A, Chajuwan T, Chanswangphuwana C. Prognostic factors of adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis and clinical utility of HLH-2004 diagnostic criteria and HScore: A real-world multicenter study from Thailand. Acta Haematol 2024:000536287. [PMID: 38262370 DOI: 10.1159/000536287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Adult hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a rare disease with a dismal prognosis. Early diagnosis and prompt management are necessary for improved outcomes. METHODS This multicenter retrospective study investigated the etiologies, survival, and prognostic factors of HLH, including the utility of HLH-2004 criteria and HScore in real-life clinical practice. RESULTS A total of 147 HLH patients were identified by using a combination of hemophagocytosis identification in bone marrow and the HLH-related international classification disease-10. A total of 116 (78.9%) patients fulfilled the HLH diagnosis by HScore, while 91 (61.9%) patients fulfilled 5 of 8 HLH-2004 criteria. In Thailand, the clinical application of HLH-2004 criteria needed to be reduced from 8 to 6 due to a lack of sCD25 and natural killer cell activity tests. Using the adapted HLH-2004 with a cutoff value of 4 resulted in 132 (89.9%) cases meeting the diagnostic criteria. Among these 132 confirmed HLH patients by using adapted HLH-2004, HLH was triggered by infection (29.5%), autoimmune disease (12.9%), malignancy (40.9%), and unknown cause (16.7%). Median overall survival of HLH patients was extremely short (67 days). Ferritin >6,000 μg/L, HLH from infection, malignancy, and unknown etiology were demonstrated as independent prognostic factors for inferior survival (hazard ratio (HR) 2.47; 95%CI 1.39-4.37, HR 4.69; 95%CI 1.38-15.92, HR 6.09; 95%CI 1.84-20.14, and HR 6.02; 95%CI 1.64-22.05, respectively). CONCLUSION Ferritin is a helpful biomarker for HLH diagnosis and prognostic prediction. Autoimmune disease triggered HLH has favorable outcomes. Future prospective study is required to verify use of the adapted HLH-2004 criteria.
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Kungwankiattichai S, Owattanapanich W, Rattanathammethee T, Rattarittamrong E, Chanswangphuwana C, Polprasert C, Limvorapitak W, Saengboon S, Niparuck P, Puavilai T, Julamanee J, Saelue P, Wanitpongpun C, Prayongratana K, Sriswasdi C, Nakhakes C. Does leukocytosis remain a predictive factor for survival outcomes in patients with acute promyelocytic leukemia receiving ATRA plus a chemotherapy-based regimen? A prospective multicenter analysis from TALWG. Hematology 2023; 28:2191462. [PMID: 36951362 DOI: 10.1080/16078454.2023.2191462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/24/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) is a distinct subtype of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with a unique clinical presentation and prognosis. This study aimed to investigate the epidemiology, clinical characteristics, treatments, and clinical outcomes of Thai APL patients dominantly treated with all-trans-retinoic acid (ATRA) combined with a chemotherapy-based therapy. METHODS This was an eight-year prospective, observational study from nine academic hospitals in the Thai Acute Leukemia Working Group (TALWG) of the Thai Society of Hematology, which included newly diagnosed Thai APL patients, aged 18 years or older. The web-based registration collected baseline charateristic, and clinical outcomes. RESULTS From 992 newly diagnosed AML patients, 79 APL patients were enrolled in this study. Almost all subjects were de novo APL (94.9%), while the others were therapy-related APL. The commonest clinical presentation was disseminated intravascular coagulation (38%). One-third of the patients were categorized as high risk according to the initial WBC. Almost all patients received ATRA combined with idarubicin regimen. The complete response rate was as high as 95.7%, which translated into excellent four-year overall survival (OS) (75.6%) and four-year leukemia-free survival (LFS) (75.4%). The multivariate analysis demonstrated that the older age and WBC count >20 × 109/L conferred a significantly unfavorable OS with the hazard ratios of 3.03 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.14-8.05) and 4.18 (95%CI: 1.69-10.35), respectively. Similarly, these two parameters remained independent of the poor prognosis factors for LFS. CONCLUSION This report confirmed that APL had a favorable prognosis. However, advanced age and high WBC count >20 × 109/L contributed to a worse outcome. ABBREVIATIONS APL; acute promyelocytic leukemia; ATRA; all-transretinoic acid; CR; complete remission; DS; differentiation syndrome; ECOG; Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group; ED; early death; HR; hazard ratio; IQR; interquartile range; LFS; leukemia-free survival; OS; overall survival; WBC; white blood cell.
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- Smith Kungwankiattichai
- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Chansai S, Yamsri S, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C, Lanamtieng T, Phiphitaporn P, Fucharoen S, Pongchaiyakul C. The association of growth differentiation factor-15 levels and osteoporosis in patients with thalassemia. Am J Med Sci 2023:S0002-9629(23)01173-4. [PMID: 37146903 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjms.2023.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Ineffective erythropoiesis (IE) is a significant risk factor for osteoporosis in individuals with thalassemia. Growth differentiation factor-15 (GDF15), a biomarker of IE, was found to be elevated in thalassemia patients. This study aimed to examine the association between GDF15 levels and osteoporosis in patients with thalassemia. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted in 130 adult patients with thalassemia in Thailand. Bone mineral density (BMD) at the lumbar spine was evaluated by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), and with a Z-score of less than -2.0 SD was defined as osteoporosis. GDF-15 was measured using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Logistic regression analysis was used to examine the associated factors with the development of osteoporosis. Receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to estimate the threshold of GDF15 in predicting osteoporosis. RESULTS Osteoporosis was detected in 55.4% (72/130) of the patients. Advanced age and high GDF15 levels were positively associated with osteoporosis, while an increased hemoglobin level was negatively associated with osteoporosis in patients with thalassemia. In this study, the GDF15 level's ROC demonstrated a good performance in predicting osteoporosis (AUC=0.77). CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of osteoporosis is high among adult thalassemia patients. Age and high GDF15 levels were significantly associated with osteoporosis in this study. A higher hemoglobin level is associated with a lower risk of osteoporosis. This study suggest that GDF15 could be used as a predictive biomarker for osteoporosis in patients with thalassemia. Adequate red blood cell transfusions and suppression of GDF15 function may be beneficial in preventing osteoporosis.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002.
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- Medical science program, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand 40002; Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostics Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostics Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostics Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. 40002
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Thongsaen P, Tonsawan P, Wanitpongpun C, Lanamtieng T, Phiphitaporn P, Teawtrakul N. Clinical features and risk factors of renal dysfunctions in thalassemic patients. Int Urol Nephrol 2023:10.1007/s11255-023-03506-3. [PMID: 36749473 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-023-03506-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Chronic anemia, iron overload, and iron chelation therapy are the main contributing factors for renal complications in thalassemia, e.g., nephrolithiasis, glomerular disease, and renal tubular dysfunction. The prevalence and associated factors for developing renal dysfunctions in Thai patients with thalassemia, however, remained limited. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors of renal dysfunctions in patients with thalassemia. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted on adult patients with thalassemia disease at Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand. All patients were evaluated for complete blood count, blood chemistry, urinalysis, and urine biochemistry. Renal tubular dysfunction was defined as existing in at least one of the following parameters including; proteinuria, hypercalciuria, hypouricemia with uricosuria, or hypophosphatemia with phosphaturia. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify associated factors for renal dysfunctions. RESULTS Of 105 patients, renal tubular dysfunction was found in 60 patients (57.1%). In multivariate analysis of the clinical risk factors for renal tubular dysfunction in thalassemia patients, age per 10 year increase (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 1.4, 95% CI: 1.0-2.0, p value 0.01) and Hb E/beta-thalassemia (AOR = 3.6, 95% CI: 1.3-10.3, p value 0.01) were statistically proven to be associated with renal tubular dysfunction. Hyperuricosuria was a significantly associated factor for microhematuria. (AOR = 2.9, 95% CI: 1.1-8.0, p value 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Renal dysfunctions are prevalent in thalassemia patients, with older age and Hb E/beta-thalassemia genotype as significant risk factors for renal tubular dysfunction. Hyperuricosuria is a risk factor for microhematuria. Renal dysfunctions should be recognized and monitored in aging patients with Hb E/beta-thalassemia.
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- Phaosin Thongsaen
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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Chanswangphuwana C, Polprasert C, Owattanapanich W, Kungwankiattichai S, Tantiworawit A, Rattanathammethee T, Limvorapitak W, Saengboon S, Niparuck P, Puavilai T, Julamanee J, Saelue P, Wanitpongpun C, Nakhakes C, Prayongratana K, Sriswasdi C. Characteristics and Outcomes of Secondary Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Acute Myeloid Leukemia With Myelodysplasia-Related Changes: Multicenter Study From the Thai Acute Leukemia Study Group. Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk 2022; 22:e1075-e1083. [PMID: 36117042 DOI: 10.1016/j.clml.2022.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2022] [Revised: 08/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Secondary acute myeloid leukemia (sAML) and AML with myelodysplasia-related changes (AML-MRC) both result in dismal outcomes. This retrospective study aimed to determine whether these features are poor prognostic factors independent of older age and adverse cytogenetics, which are commonly associated with a poor prognosis. METHODS The characteristics and real-world outcomes of sAML and AML-MRC from the Thai AML registry database were investigated. RESULTS From a total of 992 newly diagnosed AML patients, 315 (31.8%) patients were classified into sAML or AML-MRC subtypes. Older age, low white blood cell (WBC) count, low bone marrow blast, and adverse cytogenetic risk were commonly present in sAML and AML-MRC compared to de novo AML. Complete remission after 7 + 3 induction therapy occurred in 42.3% of patients with sAML or AML-MRC and 62.4% of de novo AML (P < .001). The median overall survival (OS) of sAML, AML-MRC, and de novo AML were 6.9, 7.0, and 12.2 months, respectively (P < .001). The independent prognostic factors for inferior OS were older age, intermediate-risk or adverse-risk cytogenetics, WBC count > 100 × 109/L, poor performance status, and a subgroup of AML-MRC with the morphologic criteria of multilineage dysplasia (AML-MRC-M). In addition, sAML, AML-MRC, and a WBC count > 100 × 109/L were pre-treatment prognostic factors associated with poor relapse-free survival (P = .006, P = .017, and P < .001, respectively). CONCLUSION Both sAML and AML-MRC are independently associated with poor outcomes in Thai patients. Our study supports AML-MRC-M as an adverse prognostic factor for OS.
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- Chantiya Chanswangphuwana
- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand; Research Unit in Translational Hematology, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand; Research Unit in Translational Hematology, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Division of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Division of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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Chanswangphuwana C, Polprasert C, Owattanapanich W, Kungwankiattichai S, Rattarittamrong E, Rattanathammethee T, Limvorapitak W, Saengboon S, Niparuck P, Puavilai T, Julamanee J, Saelue P, Wanitpongpun C, Nakhakes C, Prayongratana K, Sriswasdi C. Comparison of Three Doses of Cytarabine Consolidation for Intermediate- and Adverse-risk Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Real World Evidence From Thai Acute Myeloid Leukemia Registry. Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk 2022; 22:e915-e921. [PMID: 35792033 DOI: 10.1016/j.clml.2022.06.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2022] [Revised: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Intermediate or high doses of cytarabine (IDAC or HiDAC) were recommended as postremission chemotherapy for acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This retrospective study investigated the real-world outcomes of 3-different cytarabine doses from the multicenter Thai AML registry database. PATIENTS AND METHODS The intermediate- and adverse-risk AML patients (N = 258) who achieved complete remission and proceeded to single-agent cytarabine consolidation were enrolled. RESULTS The median relapse-free survival (RFS) using IDAC 1.5 g/m2, high-dose cytarabine (HiDAC) 2 g/m2, and HiDAC 3 g/m2 were 12.6, 11.7, and 13 months, respectively. The median overall survival (OS) using IDAC 1.5 g/m2, HiDAC 2 g/m2, and HiDAC 3 g/m2 were 34.9, 22.7, and 23.7 months, respectively. No significant difference in RFS and OS was detected between the 3 doses. Secondary AML, white blood cell > 100×109/L and the adverse-risk AML were independent prognostic factors for inferior survival (P= .008, P < .001, P= .014). Patients who completed 3 to 4 cycles of consolidation had significantly superior RFS and OS (P< .001, P< .001). Febrile neutropenia occurred in 72.9% of IDAC, 73.8% of HiDAC 2 g/m2, and 78.1% of HiDAC 3 g/m2 without statistical significance. However, the incidence of septic shock was significantly higher after HiDAC 3 g/m2 compared to IDAC regimen (8% vs. 3%, P= .037). CONCLUSION IDAC is an appropriate regimen for postremission chemotherapy for intermediate- and adverse-risk AML. The higher dosing levels may not produce any benefits to patients and may increase incidence of septic shock. The number of consolidation cycles may impact on survivals rather than the intensity of cytarabine.
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- Chantiya Chanswangphuwana
- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand; Research Unit in Translational Hematology, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand; Research Unit in Translational Hematology, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Division of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Division of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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Limpawattana P, Juntararuangtong T, Teawtrakul N, Wanitpongpun C, Lanamtieng T, Phiphitaporn P, Chansung K. Cognitive Impairment in Thalassemia and Associated Factors. Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord 2022; 51:128-134. [PMID: 35320801 DOI: 10.1159/000522655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Accepted: 02/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patients with thalassemia increase the risk of developing cognitive impairment. Chronic anemia, oxidative stress from excess iron, and hypercoagulable state were related to this condition. The study regarding its prevalence and the associated factor in Southeast Asia is limited. Therefore, the study aimed to investigate the prevalence of cognitive impairment and associated factors. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study of thalassemic patients aged 18 years or more at the Hematology Clinic of Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, from January to May 2021. The Thai version of the Mini-Cog test was used to determine the presence of cognitive impairment. The clinical and laboratory parameters indicated as potential risk factors for dementia were evaluated in all patients. A stepwise logistic regression analysis was used to determine the associated risk factors for cognitive impairment. RESULTS Among 150 patients, cognitive impairment was found in 40 patients (26.7%). Age per 10-year increase (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] of 1.6), no iron chelation therapy (AOR of 9.8), current smoking (AOR of 5.0), hemoglobin (Hb) (AOR of 0.63), and ferritin (AOR of 1.0001) were independent factors associated with cognitive impairment. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of cognitive impairment was high among thalassemic patients. Increasing age, low Hb, iron overload, and current smoking were significant associated factors with cognitive impairment. Screening for dementia in these patients is recommended, particularly in patients with high-risk factors.
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- Panita Limpawattana
- Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Fuji S, Cheng J, Yakushijin K, Wanitpongpun C. Nutritional support in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation Asian perspective. Blood Cell Ther 2022; 5:54-60. [PMID: 36710949 PMCID: PMC9870687 DOI: 10.31547/bct-2021-024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) is an integral part of the treatment strategy for patients with malignant or non-malignant hematological diseases. Clinical outcomes of patients undergoing allo-HSCT have significantly improved in recent decades. However, transplant-related morbidity and mortality remain major issues for allo-HSCT recipients. With regard to nutrition, patients undergoing allo-HSCT are at high risk for malnutrition. It is expected that clinical practice concerning nutritional support in allo-HSCT has been improving in recent decades; however, no data directly support this expectation. One major issue in managing nutritional support during allo-HSCT is the lack of large-scale randomized prospective studies, which leads to a lack of well-established strategies. Accordingly, we need to gather data from studies in non-HSCT and allo-HSCT settings. In some Asia-Pacific countries, a physician's lack of knowledge of nutritional support may impede the application of nutritional support practices recommended by existing guidelines. Another barrier may be the lack of access to an adequately qualified or trained registered dietitian (RD) at allo-HSCT units. Adequate training in the nutritional management of allo-HSCT patients should be provided to all RDs working with HSCT. Herein, we summarize the information on nutritional support in allo-HSCT, focusing on an Asian perspective.
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- Shigeo Fuji
- Department of Hematology, Osaka International Cancer Institute, Osaka, Japan,Nutrition Support WG, Asia-Pacific Blood and Marrow Transplantation group
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- Nutrition Support WG, Asia-Pacific Blood and Marrow Transplantation group,Bone Marrow Transplant & Haematology, St Vincent's Public Hospital Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Nutrition Support WG, Asia-Pacific Blood and Marrow Transplantation group,Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Kobe University Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Nutrition Support WG, Asia-Pacific Blood and Marrow Transplantation group,Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Wanitpongpun C, Teawtrakul N, Lanamtieng T, Chansung K, Sirijeerachai C, Amampai W, Sawanyawisuth K. Clinical factors predictive of recurrent febrile neutropenia in adult patients with acute leukemia. Leuk Res Rep 2022; 17:100296. [PMID: 35251930 PMCID: PMC8889242 DOI: 10.1016/j.lrr.2022.100296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2021] [Revised: 01/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Febrile neutropenia (FN) is considered an oncologic emergency in acute leukemia. There were 250 FN events in 124 hospitalized patients with hematologic malignancy. These data imply that two FN events may occur per patient, yet data on the prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes of recurrent FN in adult patients with leukemia are limited. A retrospective cohort study was conducted that enrolled adult patients diagnosed with acute leukemia who developed FN. The eligible patients were categorized as with or without recurrent FN. A stepwise, multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to identify predictors of recurrent FN. A total of 203 patients met the study criteria; of these, 46 (22.66%) had recurrent FN, and this group had a median of three recurrent FN emergencies. After adjusted, three independent factors remained in the final model including ALL, FN at admission, and treatment with idarubicin (3 days) and cytarabine (7 days). The three factors were positively associated with recurrent FN with adjusted odds ratios of 6.253, 4.068, and 10.757, respectively. No significant differences were found between the two groups in terms of other sources of infection, other pathogens, ICU stay, hospital stay, and mortality. ALL and FN at admission and treatment with idarubicin (3 days) and cytarabine (7 days) were associated with recurrent FN in acute leukemia patients with FN. Clinical outcomes for patients with or without recurrent FN were mostly comparable; however, due to its small sample size, further studies are required to confirm the results of this study.
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Wattakavanich N, Boonrod A, Wanitpongpun C, Tharakulphan S. Abnormally Prolonged Bleeding After an Arthroscopic Knee Reconstruction Because of an Inherited Factor XIII Deficiency: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect 2021; 11:01709767-202112000-00068. [PMID: 35102034 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.21.00419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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CASE An 18-year-old man developed ecchymosis after arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with semitendinosus graft and meniscal repair. The results of routine coagulation studies were normal, but factor assays showed a reduction in factor XIII levels. The bleeding symptoms were dramatically improved after administration of cryoprecipitate. CONCLUSION Factor XIII deficiency is one of the rare clotting factor deficiencies that can be present at birth or be manifested later in life. Clinical awareness of factor XIII deficiency is essential so that appropriate testing and treatment can be achieved.
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- Narusorn Wattakavanich
- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Wanitpongpun C, Utchariyaprasit E, Owattanapanich W, Tantiworawit A, Rattarittamrong E, Niparuck P, Puavilai T, Julamanee J, Saelue P, Chanswangphuwana C, Polprasert C, Nakhakes C, Limvorapitak W, Kanitsap N, Prayongratana K, Sriswasdi C. Types, Clinical Features, and Survival Outcomes of Patients with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Thailand: A 3-Year Prospective Multicenter Study from the Thai Acute Leukemia Study Group (TALSG). Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk 2021; 21:e635-e643. [PMID: 33926829 DOI: 10.1016/j.clml.2021.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2021] [Revised: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a common, challenging hematologic malignancy worldwide. Thai data on its characteristics and outcomes have never been systematically reported, to our knowledge. The objective of this study was to determine the clinical features and outcomes of Thai patients with AML. PATIENTS AND METHODS This was a prospective observational study of nine academic hospitals. Patients with newly diagnosed AML were invited to register online. RESULTS A total of 679 patients with AML were included. The presence of circulating peripheral blood blasts was correlated with a high white blood cell count. Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) had predominantly lower white blood cell counts and higher proportions without peripheral blood blasts compared with non-APL AML. Disseminated intravascular coagulation was commonly presented in APL (37.7%). Splenomegaly and normal platelet count were more frequently seen in patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive AML. The median follow-up time for those who survived more than 1 year was 28.0 months. One-year overall survival rates for non-APL AML and APL were 31.9% and 88.2%, respectively; 2-year overall survival rates were 29.6% and 88.2%, respectively. Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation could improve survival in non-APL AML. CONCLUSION APL should be considered despite absence of peripheral blood blast. This study demonstrates poor outcome of Thai AML and more research to improve outcomes are underway. Expanding access to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation should be considered in Thailand.
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- Chinadol Wanitpongpun
- Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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Wanitpongpun C, Teawtrakul N, Lanamtieng T, Chansung K, Sirijeerachai C, Amampai W, Sawanyawisuth K. Clinical factors predictive of mortality in acute leukemia patients with febrile neutropenia. Am J Blood Res 2021; 11:59-65. [PMID: 33796390 PMCID: PMC8010598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Accepted: 01/11/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Acute leukemia is mainly treated with chemotherapy leading to febrile neutropenia (FN). There is limited data on clinical factors predictive of mortality in adults with acute leukemia and FN. METHODS This was a retrospective cohort study and enrolled adult patients, diagnosed as acute leukemia, and developed FN. The eligible patients were admitted and followed up with mortality as the primary outcome. A stepwise, multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to find predictors for mortality. RESULTS There were 203 patients met the study criteria. Of those, 14 patients died (6.89%). AML was the most common type of acute leukemia with FN (64.04%). There were five remaining factors in the final model: AML, FN at admission, prolong broad spectrum antibiotics, lower respiratory tract infection, and Aspergillosis. Only lower respiratory tract infection was significant with adjusted odds ratio of 7.794 (95% CI of 1.549, 39.212). The Hosmer-Lemeshow Chi square was 2.74 (p value 0.907). The lower respiratory tract infection group had higher proportions of Gram negative and fungus than the non-lower respiratory tract infection group; specifically E. coli (p 0.003), and Aspergillus (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS There were two independent predictors of mortality in acute leukemia patients with FN: septic shock and lower respiratory tract infection regardless of leukemia type or pathogen. E. coli and Aspergillus were more common in those with lower respiratory tract infection than those without. No specific pathogens were found in cases of septic shock.
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- Chinadol Wanitpongpun
- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Wanitpongpun C, Honma Y, Okada T, Suzuki R, Takeshi U, Suzumiya J. Tamoxifen enhances romidepsin-induced apoptosis in T-cell malignant cells via activation of FOXO1 signaling pathway. Leuk Lymphoma 2021; 62:1585-1596. [PMID: 33508992 DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2021.1876857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Although romidepsin as monotherapy appears to be useful for treating T-cell lymphoma, combined chemotherapy with other therapeutic agents is required for improvement of the treatment outcome. To establish safer and more effective regimens, systematic screening was conducted to identify suitable drugs to be used in combination with romidepsin for T-cell malignancies, and the underlying molecular mechanisms were examined. The most effective agent was tamoxifen. The combination of romidepsin and tamoxifen had a significant synergistic effect in inducing apoptosis. The growth-inhibitory effects of the combined treatment were reversed by α-tocopherol. FOXO1 expression was greatly upregulated in MOLT-4 cells treated with romidepsin plus tamoxifen. Knockdown of FOXO1 expression by siRNA significantly reduced the cell death induced by romidepsin plus tamoxifen. The combination of romidepsin and tamoxifen might be considered for the treatment of T-cell lymphoma patients.
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- Department of Oncology/Hematology, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan.,Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan
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- Department of Oncology/Hematology, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan
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- Department of Oncology/Hematology, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan
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- Department of Oncology/Hematology, Shimane University, Izumo, Japan
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Limvorapitak W, Owattanapanich W, Utchariyaprasit E, Niparuck P, Puavilai T, Tantiworawit A, Rattanathammethee T, Saengboon S, Sriswasdi C, Julamanee J, Saelue P, Polprasert C, Wudhikarn K, Wanitpongpun C, Prayongratana K. Better survivals in adolescent and Young adults, compared to adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia - A multicenter prospective registry in Thai population. Leuk Res 2019; 87:106235. [PMID: 31675661 DOI: 10.1016/j.leukres.2019.106235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2019] [Revised: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 10/05/2019] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is an uncommon hematologic malignancy with high relapse and mortality rate. This study aimed to describe characteristics and outcomes of Thai ALL patients, and to determine the differences between adolescent and young adult (AYA) and adult ALL. ALL patients aged > 15 years were prospectively enrolled from 2015 to 2017. AYA patients were defined as age ≤ 39 years. Out of the 188 enrolled ALL patients, 9 were excluded due to changes in diagnosis or incomplete data. From the remaining 179 patients, 103 (57.5%) were AYA and 76 (42.5%) were adult. AYA ALL patients were predominantly male, had higher T-cell phenotype, higher white blood cells and hemoglobin, with lower frequency of Philadelphia chromosome or BCR-ABL1 mutation. All patients received treatment by adult hematologist, however 40.8% of AYA ALL patients were treated with pediatric adapted protocol. The effects of stem cell transplantation (SCT) and age were determined by stratified patients as: AYA - no SCT 91 (51.1%), AYA - SCT 12 (6.7%), adult - no SCT 64 (36.0%) and adult - SCT 11 (6.2%). The 2-year overall survival were: 53.9%, 60.6%, 39.2% and 70.1%, respectively. The 2-year event-free survival were: 45.0%, 54.0%, 21.0% and 49.9%, respectively. This is a large multicenter ALL cohort study conducted in Thailand. Patients who underwent SCT showed significantly improved OS and EFS, confirming the benefit of graft-versus-leukemia effect in ALL. However, further studies with longer follow-up, expanded use of SCT, use of molecular data, and minimal residual disease status are warranted.
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- King Chulalongkorn Memorial hospital, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- King Chulalongkorn Memorial hospital, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Jetsrisuparb A, Pongudom S, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C, Fucharoen S. Epidemiologic study of major complications in adolescent and adult patients with thalassemia in Northeastern Thailand: the E-SAAN study phase I. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 23:55-60. [PMID: 28759343 DOI: 10.1080/10245332.2017.1358845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Thalassemia-related complications are one of the main factors that increase morbidity and mortality in aging patients with thalassemia. This study was aimed to report the prevalence and clinical risk factors for the complications in thalassemia. METHODS A multi-center prospective cohort study was conducted in patients with thalassemia aged ≥10 years old. Thalassemia-related complications were heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, extramedullary hematopoiesis, endocrine disorders, infections, thrombosis and leg ulcers. The clinical parameters significantly associated with the complications were analyzed by logistic regression methods. RESULTS The prevalence of thalassemia-related complications was 60.5% in patients with transfusion-dependent thalassemia (TDT) and 43% in patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia (NTDT). Splenectomy was statistically associated with complications in both TDT and NTDT patients (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 7.4, p-value = 0.0001 and AOR = 2.6, p-value = 0.001). Age ≥50 years old (AOR = 2.9, p-value = 0.04) and female gender (AOR = 0.5, p-value = 0.03) were statistically associated with the complications in patients with NTDT. CONCLUSION Nearly half of the patients in this cohort had disease-related complications. Splenectomy and advanced age were important factors for complication involvement. Early screening for the complications may reduce the morbidity and mortality in patients with thalassemia.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- a Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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- b Division of Hematology, Department of Pedriatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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- a Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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- a Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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- a Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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- d Center for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Science , Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand
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Chindaprasirt J, Wanitpongpun C, Ungareewittaya P. Acquired factor VII deficiency associated with synovial sarcoma. ASIAN BIOMED 2017. [DOI: 10.5372/1905-7415.0801.271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Background: Acquired factor VII (FVII) deficiency mostly results from liver disease or vitamin K antagonists. Isolated acquired FVII deficiency is a rare event, and only a few cases have been reported. To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of synovial sarcoma associated with FVII deficiency.
Objective: To describe our findings in a 20-year-old man, who presented with hemoptysis, weight loss, and later developed a suprascapular mass.
Methods: A review of the medical record of the patient plus a comparison with the literature was conducted.
Results: A biopsy from a suprascapular mass was made and the histopathological diagnosis of the tumor was confirmed as synovial sarcoma. Initial studies indicated a normal activated partial thromboplastin time and a prolonged prothrombin time. The FVII level was 31%. No evidence of a FVII inhibitor or inactivator was demonstrated. Prothrombin time normalized during tumor regression and FVII level was elevated to 103%.
Conclusion: Clinicians should be alert to the possible association of acquired FVII deficiency in cancer patients.
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- Jarin Chindaprasirt
- Division of Oncology, Internal Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Hematology Division, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Pathological Department, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Jetsrisuparb A, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C. Severe bacterial infections in patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia: prevalence and clinical risk factors. Int J Infect Dis 2015; 39:53-6. [PMID: 26358855 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2015.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2014] [Revised: 08/30/2015] [Accepted: 09/01/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Bacterial infection is one of the major causes of death in patients with thalassemia. Clinical predictive factors for severe bacterial infection were evaluated in patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia (NTDT). METHODS A retrospective study was conducted of patients with NTDT aged ≥ 10 years at Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand. Clinical characteristics and potential clinical risk factors for bacterial infection were collected. Risk factors for bacterial infection were evaluated by multivariate logistic regression analysis. RESULTS A severe bacterial infection was found in 11 of the total 211 patients with NTDT (5.2%). None of the clinical factors assessed was shown to be statistically associated with severe bacterial infection in patients with NTDT. However, three factors were demonstrated to be potential predictive factors for severe bacterial infection: time after splenectomy >10 years, deferoxamine therapy, and serum ferritin >1000 ng/ml. None of the patients died from infection. CONCLUSION The prevalence of bacterial infection in patients with NTDT was found to be moderate. Time after splenectomy >10 years, deferoxamine therapy, and iron overload may be clinical risk factors for severe bacterial infection in patients with NTDT. Bacterial infection should be recognized in splenectomized patients with NTDT, particularly those who have an iron overload.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Pediatrics, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Pussadhamma B, Ungprasert P, Prayalaw P, Fucharoen S, Jetsrisuparb A, Pongudom S, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C, Thongbuaban S, Thinkhamrop B, Chuncharunee S. A risk score for predicting pulmonary hypertension in patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia in northeastern Thailand: The E-SAAN score. Hematology 2014; 20:416-21. [DOI: 10.1179/1607845414y.0000000211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Division of HematologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Cardiovascular systemDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of Cardiovascular systemDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Center for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic LaboratoriesFaculty of Associated Medical Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Center for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic LaboratoriesFaculty of Associated Medical Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of HematologyDepartment of Pedriatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of HematologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of HematologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of HematologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Biostatistics and DemographyFaculty of Public Health, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Division of HematologyDepartment of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Ungprasert P, Pussadhamma B, Prayalaw P, Fucharoen S, Jetsrisuparb A, Pongudom S, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C, Chuncharunee S. Effect of genotype on pulmonary hypertension risk in patients with thalassemia. Eur J Haematol 2014; 92:429-34. [PMID: 24400859 DOI: 10.1111/ejh.12261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/02/2014] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Pulmonary hypertension is one of the major complications in patients with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia (NTDT). Patients with NTDT have distinct genetic subgroups. Therefore, the effects of different genotype groups on pulmonary hypertension risk in patients with NTDT were assessed. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted in patients with NTDT aged ≥ 10 yr old at Srinagarind University Hospital and Udonthani Hospital, Thailand. Pulmonary hypertension risk was defined as peak tricuspid regurgitation velocity > 2.9 m/s by trans-thoracic echocardiography. Clinical characteristics and laboratory data that literature has indicated as risk factors for pulmonary hypertension were collected. The effect of genotype group on pulmonary hypertension risk was evaluated by using multivariate logistic regression analysis. RESULTS Of 219 patients, pulmonary hypertension risk was found in 24 patients (10.96%). All patients were categorized into two groups according to genetic data that included: (i) β-thalassemia (139, 63.5%), (ii) α-thalassemia and combined α and β-thalassemia (80, 36.5%). Genotype groups were statistically and significantly associated with pulmonary hypertension risk based on the adjusted odds ratios after adjustment for other factors. Patients with β-thalassemia had a statistically significant higher risk for pulmonary hypertension risk (odds ratio = 9.47, P = 0.036) compared to patients with α-thalassemia and patients with combined α and β-thalassemia. CONCLUSION The genotype group is an independent risk factor for pulmonary hypertension in patients with NTDT. Echocardiography should be routinely recommended for all patients with β-thalassemia. Routine screening in patients with α-thalassemia and combined α and β-thalassemia, however, may not be necessary or should focus on the older population.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Teawtrakul N, Sawadpanich K, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C. Clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes in patients with Helicobacter pylori-positive chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Platelets 2013; 25:548-51. [PMID: 24176049 DOI: 10.3109/09537104.2013.841883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is the condition caused by increased platelet destruction and or decreased platelet production. Previous studies have demonstrated the association and efficacy of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) eradication therapy in patients with chronic ITP. Data in Thai patients, however, are limited. A prospective cross-sectional analytic study was conducted in adult patients with chronic ITP to determine the prevalence and clinical predictive factors of H. pylori infection and evaluate the efficacy of H. pylori eradication therapy. H. pylori-infected patients received eradication therapy (omeprazole 40 mg/day, clarithromycin 1000 mg/day, amoxicillin 2000 mg/day) for 2 weeks. The platelet counts at baseline and monthly for 6 months after the end of treatment were evaluated. Of the 25 patients, 9 patients (36%) had H.pylori infection. H. pylori infection is higher among women than men. There were two clinical factors included 1) relapsed ITP 2) response after the first-line treatment statistically proven to be associated with H. pylori infection with an odds ratio and p value of 7.7, p = 0.035 and ND (not determined due to small sample size), p < 0.001. Nearly 80% of infected patients had the platelet count response after eradication therapy with the median time to response of 4 months. The prevalence of H. pylori infection is modest in Thai adult patients with chronic ITP. A history of relapsed ITP and high quality of response after first-line treatment indicated H. pylori infection. Therefore, the urea breath test should be recommended in patients who have a relapsed ITP condition with a history of good response after first-line therapy.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University , Khon Kaen , Thailand and
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Chindaprasirt J, Wanitpongpun C, Limpawattana P, Thepsuthammarat K, Sripakdee W, Wirasorn K, Sookprasert A. Mortality, Length of Stay, and Cost Associated with Hospitalized Adult Cancer Patients with Febrile Neutropenia. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2013; 14:1115-9. [DOI: 10.7314/apjcp.2013.14.2.1115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Wanitpongpun C, Teawtrakul N, Mahakkanukrauh A, Siritunyaporn S, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K. Bone marrow abnormalities in systemic lupus erythematosus with peripheral cytopenia. Clin Exp Rheumatol 2012; 30:825-829. [PMID: 23101438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2011] [Accepted: 10/25/2011] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Peripheral cytopenia is frequently found among patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Bone marrow examination is usually considered in most cases; however, the incidence and association between cytopenia and disorders of the bone marrow remain unclear. We therefore conducted a prospective, cross-sectional, analytical study among patients with SLE and peripheral cytopenia to determine the incidence of bone marrow abnormalities and to find predictive factors for bone marrow examination. RESULTS Of the 41 patients, 20 had bone marrow abnormalities that could be categorised into six groups: hypocellularity (50%), plasmacytosis (35%), haemophagocytosis (30%), dyserythropoiesis (10%), aplastic marrow (10%) and myelofibrosis (5%). Most of the patients (75.6%) had moderate to severe, active disease and recovery from the cytopenia occurred after treatment of the SLE. None of the clinical factors was statistically proven to be associated with bone marrow abnormalities; however, 3 factors indicated an active disease status including (a) the SLEDAI score (b) the number of organs involved and (c) previous immunosuppressive drug therapy. All of these are potentially predictive factors of bone marrow abnormalities. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of bone marrow abnormalities is high among patients with SLE and peripheral cytopenia. Bone marrow may be one of the common targets of organs affected by immune mechanisms in active SLE. Peripheral cytopenia can be subsequently improved after treatment of the disease; therefore, bone marrow examination should be recommended among patients whose cytopenia does not recover after conventional therapy.
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- Chinadol Wanitpongpun
- Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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Teawtrakul N, Chansung K, Sirijerachai C, Wanitpongpun C, Thepsuthammarat K. The impact and disease burden of thalassemia in Thailand: a population-based study in 2010. J Med Assoc Thai 2012; 95 Suppl 7:S211-S216. [PMID: 23130457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Thalassemia is a common genetic disease in Thailand. However, current data on the impact and disease burden of thalassemia in Thailand remains limited. OBJECTIVE To determine the admission rate, OPD visit rate, mortality rate, hospital cost, length of hospital stay, blood transfusion rate and major complications rate in patients with thalassemia. MATERIAL AND METHOD The present study analyzed the data of inpatients and outpatients with a diagnosis of thalssemia according to ICD10 coded D56, D56.0, D56.1, D56.2, D56.3, D56.4, D56.8 and D56.9 which came from nationwide health financing schemes in the fiscal year 2010. RESULTS The overall admission rate and OPD visit rate were 154 and 562 per 100,000 populations and higher in children and adolescents. The overall mortality rate was 1.13 per 100,000 populations. The total healthcare cost was 744,998,997 Baht or US$ 23,486,727 per year. Blood transfusion rate was significantly higher among children and adolescents. The thalassemia-related complications commonly occurred at the second and the third decades of life. CONCLUSION The admission rate, OPD visit rate, blood transfusion rate were higher among children and adolescents. The total healthcare cost was high which was nearly 745 million Baht per year. The hospital cost, length of stay and major complications were increased with age.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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Teawtrakul N, Sirijerachai C, Chansung K, Wanitpongpun C, Sutra S. Disease burden of immune thrombocytopenic purpura among adult patients: the analysis of Thailand healthcare databases 2010. J Med Assoc Thai 2012; 95 Suppl 7:S217-S223. [PMID: 23130458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is not rare disease and it ispotentially fatal, particularly in patients with bleeding events which usually lead to hospitalization. Current data on the impact and disease burden of ITP in Thailand are lacking. OBJECTIVE To determine admission rate, mortality rate, hospital cost, length of hospital stay, co-morbidities, treatment and major bleeding events in patients with ITP. MATERIAL AND METHOD The authors analyzed the data of inpatients with a diagnosis of ITP according to ICD10 coded D69.3 which were retrieved from a nationwide health financing schemes in fiscal 2010. The data were analyzed by age groups, gender and health financing schemes. RESULTS The overall admission rate and mortality rate were 7.68 and 0.29 per 100,000 populations, respectively and increased with age. Women were predominant. Average hospital costs and hospital stays were 27,133 Baht and 6.7 days per admission, respectively and slightly higher among men than women. The most common co-morbidity was hypertension. Gastrointestinal hemorrhage was the most common bleeding event which was 21.5 per 1,000 admissions. Patients in the civil servant medical benefit scheme had the highest percentage of high cost treatment accessibility. CONCLUSION The admission rate, mortality rate and major bleeding events increased with age and was higher among women than men. Average hospital cost and length of hospital stay are higher in men than women. Common co-morbidities may be related to the treatment of ITP There are the differences in high-cost treatment accessibility between health insurance schemes.
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- Nattiya Teawtrakul
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.
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