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Adamo D, Calabria E, Canfora F, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, D'Aniello L, Aria M, Mignogna MD, Leuci S. Burning mouth syndrome: Analysis of diagnostic delay in 500 patients. Oral Dis 2024; 30:1543-1554. [PMID: 36825392 DOI: 10.1111/odi.14553] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To assess the diagnostic delay, the number and type of referrals and the clinical and psychological profile in a wide sample of patients with Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS). MATERIALS AND METHODS Data on the disease onset, oral symptoms, type and number of practitioners consulted, misdiagnoses, and the presence of medically unexplained extraoral physical symptoms were recorded in 500 BMS patients. Potential predictors of diagnostic delay were also evaluated. RESULTS The mean diagnostic delay was 29.71 ± 47.19 months. An average of 2.61 ± 1.65 practitioners were consulted by each patient, the most frequent being the general physicians (287; 57.4%), maxillofacial surgeons (111; 22.2%), and otolaryngologists (104; 20.8%). The mean number of misdiagnoses was 3.54 ± 1.85. Nonspecific stomatitis, candidiasis, and gastroesophageal reflux were the most common misdiagnoses. Higher age, low education, the presence of dysgeusia, and a previous history of psychiatric illness were predictors of a longer diagnostic delay (p-value: 0.028, 0.050, 0.007, 0.034, respectively). CONCLUSIONS The lack of knowledge among specialists, the high rate of misdiagnosis, and the diagnostic delay of BMS highlight the need to introduce educational interventions in all medical specialties in order to promote an early and appropriate diagnosis, thereby improving the prognosis and quality of life of the patients.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Morici E, Pecoraro G, Carroccio SC, Bruno E, Scarfato P, Filippone G, Dintcheva NT. Understanding the Effects of Adding Metal Oxides to Polylactic Acid and Polylactic Acid Blends on Mechanical and Rheological Behaviour, Wettability, and Photo-Oxidation Resistance. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:922. [PMID: 38611180 PMCID: PMC11013447 DOI: 10.3390/polym16070922] [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: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 03/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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Biopolymers are of growing interest, but to improve some of their poor properties and performance, the formulation of bio-based blends and/or adding of nanoparticles is required. For this purpose, in this work, two different metal oxides, namely zinc oxide (ZnO) and titanium dioxide (TiO2), at different concentrations (0.5, 1, and 2%wt.) were added in polylactic acid (PLA) and polylactic acid/polyamide 11 (PLA/PA11) blends to establish their effects on solid-state properties, morphology, melt behaviour, and photo-oxidation resistance. It seems that the addition of ZnO in PLA leads to a significant reduction in its rigidity, probably due to an inefficient dispersion in the melt state, while the addition of TiO2 does not penalize PLA rigidity. Interestingly, the addition of both ZnO and TiO2 in the PLA/PA11 blend has a positive effect on the rigidity because of blend morphology refinement and leads to a slight increase in film hydrophobicity. The photo-oxidation resistance of the neat PLA and PLA/PA11 blend is significantly reduced due to the presence of both metal oxides, and this must be considered when designing potential applications. The last results suggest that both metal oxides could be considered photo-sensitive degradant agents for biopolymer and biopolymer blends.
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- Elisabetta Morici
- ATEN Center, Università di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 18, 90128 Palermo, Italy
- Dipartimento di Ingegneria, Università di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 6, 90128 Palermo, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Ingegneria, Università di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 6, 90128 Palermo, Italy
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- CNR-IPCB, Unit of Catania, Via P. Gaifami 18, 95126 Catania, Italy;
- CNR-IMM, Via Santa Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy;
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- CNR-IMM, Via Santa Sofia 64, 95123 Catania, Italy;
- Dipartimento di Fisica e Astronomia “Ettore Majorana”, Università di Catania, 95124 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II, 84084 Fisciano (SA), Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Ingegneria Chimica, dei Materiali e della Produzione Industriale, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, 80125 Naples, Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Ingegneria, Università di Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed. 6, 90128 Palermo, Italy
- CNR-IPCB, Unit of Catania, Via P. Gaifami 18, 95126 Catania, Italy;
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Ottaviani G, Canfora F, Leuci S, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, Rupel K, Bogdan Preda MT, Vello V, Umberto A, Gasparro R, Gobbo M, Guarda-Nardini L, Giudice A, Calabria E, Aria M, D'Aniello L, Fortuna G, Biasotto M, Di Lenarda R, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. COVID-19 impact on post-traumatic stress symptoms in burning mouth syndrome: A multicentric study. Oral Dis 2024. [PMID: 38462757 DOI: 10.1111/odi.14915] [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: 12/06/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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OBJECTIVES This study investigates the psychological impact of COVID-19 on burning mouth syndrome (BMS) patients. It focuses on comparing post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), post-traumatic growth (PTG), and resilience between BMS patients and Controls. METHODS A total of 100 BMS patients and 100 Controls from five Italian centers participated in this observational cross-sectional study. They completed several assessments, including the General Health Questionnaire, Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale, Insomnia Severity Index, National Stressful Events Survey Short Scale, Impact of Event Scale-Revised, Post Traumatic Growth Inventory Short Form, and Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale. RESULTS BMS patients had significantly higher stress, anxiety, and depression (DASS-21 score) and post-traumatic stress symptoms (IES-R-6 score), particularly in terms of intrusive thoughts. They showed lower post-traumatic growth (PTGI-SF score) compared to Controls. The resilience scale (CDRS-10) was a key predictor of PTG in both groups, explaining a significant variance in PTGI-SF scores. CONCLUSIONS BMS patients experienced heightened post-traumatic stress, stress, anxiety, and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, with reduced post-traumatic growth. This highlights the need to prioritize their psychological well-being, focusing on stress management and fostering post-traumatic growth in challenging times.
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- Giulia Ottaviani
- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ca' Foncello Hospital, Treviso, Italy
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- Unit of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ca' Foncello Hospital, Treviso, Italy
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- Dentistry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of Catanzaro "Magna Graecia", Catanzaro, Italy
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- Dentistry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of Catanzaro "Magna Graecia", Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Glasgow Dental School, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Calabria E, Canfora F, Leuci S, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, Giudice A, Antonelli A, Aria M, D'Aniello L, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. Gender differences in pain perception among burning mouth syndrome patients: a cross-sectional study of 242 men and 242 women. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3340. [PMID: 38336850 PMCID: PMC10858236 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53074-4] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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Several orofacial painful conditions are influenced by gender-related factors, but no studies are available with regard to Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS). The present study aimed at investigating gender differences among BMS patients and their influence on pain perception. 242 BMS males (BMSm) and 242 BMS females (BMSf) matched for age were consecutively enrolled. Sociodemographic and clinical characteristics were recorded and the numeric rating scale (NRS), the Total Pain Rating Index (T-PRI), the Hamilton rating scale for anxiety and depression (HAM-A, HAM-D), the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) and the Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS) were administered. The BMSm presented statistically significant higher levels of education and rate of employment compared to the BMSf (p-values: 0.001**). Moreover, the BMSm were greater consumers of alcohol and had a higher BMI than the BMSf (p-values: < 0.001**, 0.034*). With respect to systemic comorbidities, cardiovascular diseases were statistically more prevalent among the BMSm, while hypothyroidism was more frequent in the BMSf (p-vales: < 0.001**). No differences were noted between the two groups in terms of oral symptoms and in the median scores of NRS, T-PRI, HAM-A, HAM-D, PSQI and ESS. Interestingly, the multivariate regression analysis revealed that, while anxiety, high BMI, poor sleep and high level of T-PRI were correlated to the intensity of pain (NRS) in both groups, low education was additional predictor of pain in BMSf. Further, depression, alcohol and intensity of pain were factors positively associated to the quality of pain (T-PRI) in the BMSm, whereas low education, non-married status and NRS were correlated to the T-PRI, in the BMSf. Surprisingly, smoking was inversely correlated to the intensity of pain and quality of pain respectively in BMSf and BMSm. Sociodemographic and risk factors were found to differently influence pain perception in BMSm and BMSf. Therefore, clinicians should take into account gender differences in the assessment of BMS patients to better tailor the overall pain management.
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- Elena Calabria
- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini N°5, 80131, Naples, Italy
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Canfora F, Ottaviani G, Calabria E, Pecoraro G, Leuci S, Coppola N, Sansone M, Rupel K, Biasotto M, Di Lenarda R, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. Advancements in Understanding and Classifying Chronic Orofacial Pain: Key Insights from Biopsychosocial Models and International Classifications (ICHD-3, ICD-11, ICOP). Biomedicines 2023; 11:3266. [PMID: 38137487 PMCID: PMC10741077 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11123266] [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: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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In exploring chronic orofacial pain (COFP), this review highlights its global impact on life quality and critiques current diagnostic systems, including the ICD-11, ICOP, and ICHD-3, for their limitations in addressing COFP's complexity. Firstly, this study outlines the global burden of chronic pain and the importance of distinguishing between different pain types for effective treatment. It then delves into the specific challenges of diagnosing COFP, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced approach that incorporates the biopsychosocial model. This review critically examines existing classification systems, highlighting their limitations in fully capturing COFP's multifaceted nature. It advocates for the integration of these systems with the DSM-5's Somatic Symptom Disorder code, proposing a unified, multidisciplinary diagnostic approach. This recommendation aims to improve chronic pain coding standardization and acknowledge the complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in COFP. In conclusion, here, we highlight the need for a comprehensive, universally applicable classification system for COFP. Such a system would enable accurate diagnosis, streamline treatment strategies, and enhance communication among healthcare professionals. This advancement holds potential for significant contributions to research and patient care in this challenging field, offering a broader perspective for scientists across disciplines.
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- Federica Canfora
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, 447 Strada di Fiume, 34149 Trieste, Italy
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- Dentistry Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of Catanzaro “Magna Graecia”, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, 447 Strada di Fiume, 34149 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, 447 Strada di Fiume, 34149 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, 447 Strada di Fiume, 34149 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 5 Via Pansini, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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Canfora F, Calabria E, Spagnuolo G, Coppola N, Armogida NG, Mazzaccara C, Solari D, D’Aniello L, Aria M, Pecoraro G, Mignogna MD, Leuci S, Adamo D. Salivary Complaints in Burning Mouth Syndrome: A Cross Sectional Study on 500 Patients. J Clin Med 2023; 12:5561. [PMID: 37685630 PMCID: PMC10488611 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12175561] [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: 07/14/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Xerostomia and sialorrhea often accompany Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) despite no change in saliva quantity. This study analyzed BMS patients with different symptom combinations: burning only (B), burning and xerostomia (BX), burning and sialorrhea (BS), and burning with xerostomia and sialorrhea (BXS), using a large sample of 500 patients from the University of Naples Federico II. METHODS After a medical evaluation, patients were divided into four groups based on their reported symptoms: B (140), BX (253), BS (49), and BXS (58). Patient data on education, BMI, smoking/alcohol habits, comorbidities, medication use, pain intensity, quality, and psychological profile were collected. RESULTS The BX group showed a higher prevalence of patients taking blood thinners. Additional symptoms varied among groups, with the BX group experiencing more dysgeusia and globus, and the BS group reporting more tingling. Multivariate analysis identified BMI, dysgeusia, globus, and blood thinner use as significant factors in the B and BX groups, while male gender, tingling, alcohol use, and pain quality were significant in the BS and BXS groups. CONCLUSIONS Overall, BMS patients display a complex range of symptoms, with xerostomia being the most frequent additional symptom. Sociodemographic, psychological, and medical factors cannot fully explain the variations in symptomatology among different patient subgroups. Further research is needed to understand the underlying causes and develop tailored treatment approaches.
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- Federica Canfora
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
- Therapeutic Dentistry Department, Institute for Dentistry, Sechenov University, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Medical Biotechnology, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
- CEINGE Advanced Biotechnologies, 80145 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Social Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy; (F.C.); (D.A.)
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Salomone F, Napolitano F, Caltavituro A, Buonaiuto R, Pecoraro G, Isernia M, Santaniello A, Formisano L, Bianco R, Servetto A. 65P Correlation of overall survival and surrogate endpoints in advanced non-small cell lung cancer treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors: A trial-level analysis. J Thorac Oncol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/s1556-0864(23)00319-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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Adamo D, Canfora F, Calabria E, Coppola N, Sansone M, Spagnuolo G, Pecoraro G, Aria M, D’Aniello L, Mignogna MD, Leuci S. Burning Mouth Syndrome and Hypertension: Prevalence, Gender Differences and Association with Pain and Psycho-Social Characteristics-A Case Control Study. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2023; 20:2040. [PMID: 36767407 PMCID: PMC9916056 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20032040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Revised: 01/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND To assess the prevalence of hypertension (HTN) in burning mouth syndrome (BMS) patients and to investigate its relationship with sociodemographic factors, pain and the psychological profile. METHODS A case-control study was conducted by enrolling 242 BMS patients and 242 controls matched for age and gender. Sociodemographic and clinical characteristics were recorded, and all participants completed numeric rating scale (NRS), the short-form of the McGill pain questionnaire (SF-MPQ), the Hamilton rating scale for anxiety and depression (HAM-A, HAM-D), the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) and the Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS). RESULTS The BMS patients presented with a statistically significant higher prevalence of HTN compared to that in the controls (55% versus 33.5%; p-value: <0.001) and higher median scores of the NRS, SF-MPQ, HAM-A, HAM-D, PSQI and ESS (p < 0.001). Multivariate regression analysis in the BMS patients indicated positive correlations between HTN and age, systemic diseases, drug consumption and anxiety (p-value: <0.001) and these predictors were responsible for 11.3% of the HTN variance in the BMS patients, when considered together. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of HTN was significantly higher in the BMS patients, since ageing, the presence of comorbidities, drug consumption and anxiety were potential predictors. Further studies are needed to better investigate the relationship between BMS and HTN.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
- Therapeutic Dentistry Department, Institute for Dentistry, Sechenov University, Moscow 119991, Russia
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Odontostomatology, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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Canfora F, Calabria E, Pecoraro G, Leuci S, Coppola N, Mazzaccara C, Spirito F, Aria M, D'Aniello L, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. Prevalence of hypertension and correlation with mental health in women with burning mouth syndrome: A case-control study. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 9:969148. [PMID: 36741839 PMCID: PMC9894887 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.969148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Background The relationship between hypertension (HTN) and chronic pain is still a matter of debate, and its prevalence in patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS) has never been evaluated. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of HTN in women with BMS and to evaluate its relationship with potential predictors such as risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, pain, and mental health status analyzing differences with healthy women. Methods In total, 250 women with BMS (WBMS) were prospectively recruited and compared with an equal number of healthy women (HW) matched for age. Education, body mass index, smoke and alcohol consumption, intensity and quality of pain, and psychological profile were further investigated to identify the potential predictors of HTN. Specifically, pain assessment [the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) and Short-Form McGill Pain Questionnaire (SF-MPQ)] and psychological assessment [Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression and Anxiety (HAM-D and HAM-A), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS)] was carried out for the participants. Results HTN was found in 128 (51.2%) WBMS and 76 (30.4%) HW (p < 0.001**). The scores of the NRS, SF-MPQ, HAM-D, HAM-A, and PSQI were statistically significantly higher in the WBMS than in the HW (p < 0.001**). A strongly linear correlation between HTN and employment status, systemic diseases, and education level (p < 0.001**) was found in WBMS, while a strong correlation between HTN and employment status, hypercholesterolemia, systemic diseases, and drug consumption was found in HW (p < 0.001**). No statistically significant correlation was found between HTN and pain, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. Conclusion These results suggest that WBMS showed a higher prevalence of HTN compared with controls. Unemployed WBMS with lower education and other systemic comorbidities are at an increased risk of developing HTN. HTN is associated with alteration in the vascular structure and function of the brain, and these processes accelerate brain aging, which contributes to a reduction in intracortical connectivity, thus affecting the modulatory system of control of pain in patients with BMS, independently of their mental health assessment. Predictors that may underlie this association remain unclear, taking into account the differences found in HW, and should be further elucidated.
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- Federica Canfora
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy,*Correspondence: Elena Calabria ✉
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Medical Biotechnology, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy,CEINGE Advanced Biotechnologies, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Canfora F, Calabria E, Coppola N, Leuci S, Pecoraro G, Cuocolo R, Ugga L, D’Aniello L, Aria M, Mignogna MD. White matter hyperintensities in Burning Mouth Syndrome assessed according to the Age-Related White Matter Changes scale. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:923720. [PMID: 36118686 PMCID: PMC9475000 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.923720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background White matter hyperintensities (WMHs) of the brain are observed in normal aging, in various subtypes of dementia and in chronic pain, playing a crucial role in pain processing. The aim of the study has been to assess the WMHs in Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) patients by means of the Age-Related White Matter Changes scale (ARWMCs) and to analyze their predictors. Methods One hundred BMS patients were prospectively recruited and underwent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain. Their ARWMCs scores were compared with those of an equal number of healthy subjects matched for age and sex. Intensity and quality of pain, psychological profile, and blood biomarkers of BMS patients were further investigated to find potential predictors of WMHs. Specifically, the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), Short-Form McGill Pain Questionnaire (SF-MPQ), Hamilton rating scale for Depression and Anxiety (HAM-D and HAM-A), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) were administered. Results The BMS patients presented statistically significant higher scores on the ARWMCs compared to the controls, especially in the right frontal, left frontal, right parietal-occipital, left parietal-occipital, right temporal and left temporal lobes (p-values: <0.001, <0.001, 0.005, 0.002, 0.009, 0.002, and <0.001, respectively). Age, a lower educational level, unemployment, essential hypertension, and hypercholesterolemia were correlated to a higher total score on the ARWMCs (p-values: <0.001, 0.016, 0.014, 0.001, and 0.039, respectively). No correlation was found with the blood biomarkers, NRS, SF-MPQ, HAM-A, HAM-D, PSQI, and ESS. Conclusion Patients with BMS showed a higher frequency of WMHs of the brain as suggested by the higher ARWCs scores compared with the normal aging of the healthy subjects. These findings could have a role in the pathophysiology of the disease and potentially affect and enhance pain perception.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
- *Correspondence: Elena Calabria,
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Canfora F, Calabria E, Pecoraro G, D'Aniello L, Aria M, Gaetano M, Sammartino P, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. The use of self-report questionnaires in an analysis of the multidimensional aspects of pain and a correlation with the psychological profile and quality of life in patients with Burning Mouth Syndrome: a case control study. J Oral Rehabil 2022; 49:890-914. [PMID: 35611463 PMCID: PMC9544557 DOI: 10.1111/joor.13343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Background The symptomatology in Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) is complex and it should be considered in accordance with a biopsychosocial model. Objectives To evaluate the multidimensional aspects of pain with a complete battery of tests and to analyse its relationship with potential predictors such as mood disorders, sleep and quality of life. Methods Forty patients with BMS versus an equal number of age and sex‐matched healthy controls were enrolled. The VAS, SF‐MPQ, BPI, PD‐Q, BDI‐II, STAI, PSQI, ESS, SF‐36 and OHIP‐14 were administered. Results The scores of the VAS, SF‐MPQ, BPI, PD‐Q, BDI‐II, STAI, PSQI, SF‐36 and OHIP‐14 were statistically significantly higher in the BMS patients than the controls (p < .001**). A strongly linear correlation between pain (VAS, SF‐MPQ, BPI and PD‐Q) and disease onset (STAI, BDI‐II, PSQI and sub‐items of SF‐36 and OHIP‐14) was found. In the multiple regression analysis, the contributions of the BDI‐II and OHIP‐14 were found to be statistically significant with the SF‐MPQ, PD‐Q and BPI in terms of severity and interference, while the contributions of the STAI and sleep were found to be statistically significant with the SF‐MPQ and BPI in terms of severity and interference, respectively. Conclusions Pain tests are differently correlated with mood and quality of life. Therefore, a complete analysis of the patient requires several tools to better understand the multidimensional aspects of pain in BMS.
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- Federica Canfora
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Social Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Head and Neck Clinical Department, AOU San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi di Aragona, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Canfora F, Calabria E, Cuocolo R, Ugga L, Buono G, Marenzi G, Gasparro R, Pecoraro G, Aria M, D'Aniello L, Mignogna MD, Adamo D. Burning Fog: Cognitive Impairment in Burning Mouth Syndrome. Front Aging Neurosci 2021; 13:727417. [PMID: 34475821 PMCID: PMC8406777 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2021.727417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Background: Due to its common association with chronic pain experience, cognitive impairment (CI) has never been evaluated in patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS). The purpose of this study is to assess the prevalence of CI in patients with BMS and to evaluate its relationship with potential predictors such as pain, mood disorders, blood biomarkers, and white matter changes (WMCs). Methods: A case-control study was conducted by enrolling 40 patients with BMS and an equal number of healthy controls matched for age, gender, and education. Neurocognitive assessment [Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), Digit Cancellation Test (DCT), the Forward and Backward Digit Span task (FDS and BDS), Corsi Block-Tapping Test (CB-TT), Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test (RAVLT), Copying Geometric Drawings (CGD), Frontal Assessment Battery (FAB), and Trail Making A and B (TMT-A and TMT-B)], psychological assessment [Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression and Anxiety (HAM-D and HAM-A), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36)], and pain assessment [Visual Analogic Scale (VAS), Total Pain Rating index (T-PRI), Brief Pain Inventory (BPI), and Pain DETECT Questionnaire (PD-Q)] were performed. In addition, blood biomarkers and MRI of the brain were recorded for the detection of Age-Related WMCs (ARWMCs). Descriptive statistics, the Mann-Whitney U-test, the Pearson Chi-Squared test and Spearman's correlation analysis were used. Results: Patients with BMS had impairments in most cognitive domains compared with controls (p < 0.001**) except in RAVLT and CGD. The HAM-D, HAM-A, PSQI, ESS, SF-36, VAS, T-PRI, BPI and PD-Q scores were statistically different between BMS patients and controls (p < 0.001**) the WMCs frequency and ARWMC scores in the right temporal (RT) and left temporal (LT) lobe were higher in patients with BMS (p = 0.023*). Conclusions: Meanwhile, BMS is associated with a higher decline in cognitive functions, particularly attention, working memory, and executive functions, but other functions such as praxis-constructive skills and verbal memory are preserved. The early identification of CI and associated factors may help clinicians to identify patients at risk of developing time-based neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease (AD) and vascular dementia (VD), for planning the early, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary assessment and treatment.
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- Federica Canfora
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostical Morphological and Functional, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Caserta, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Pecoraro G, Aria M, Favia G, Mignogna MD. Vortioxetine in the Treatment of Mood Disorders Associated with Burning Mouth Syndrome: Results of an Open-Label, Flexible-Dose Pilot Study. Pain Med 2021; 21:185-194. [PMID: 31343684 DOI: 10.1093/pm/pnz120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy of a new multimodal antidepressant, vortioxetine (VO), in the management of burning mouth syndrome (BMS). DESIGN Longitudinal single-assessment open-label pilot study. SETTING University hospital. Subjects. Thirty BMS patients were enrolled. METHODS BMS patients were treated with topical clonazepam and a flexible dose of VO (10 mg, 15 mg, or 20 mg). The visual analog scale (VAS), the Total Pain Rating Index (T-PRI), the Hamilton Rating Scales for Depression (HAM-D) and Anxiety (HAM-A), and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were performed at baseline (time 0) and after two (time 1), four (time 2), six (time 3), and 12 months (time 4) of treatment. Descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon nonparametric test for two paired samples were used. RESULTS The BMS patients showed a statistically significant improvement in VAS and T-PRI scores from baseline (median [interquartile range {IQR}] = 10.0 [10-10] and 22.0 [20-24], respectively) to time 4 (median [IQR] = 0.0 [0-0] and 8.0 [7-9], P < 0.001, respectively). Similarly, the HAM-A and HAM-D and PSQI scores showed an improvement from time 0 (median [IQR] = 20 [15.8-22], 19 [16-20.3], and 4.0 [4-7.3], respectively) to time 4 (median [IQR] = 6.0 [6-7], 6.0 [6-7], and 3.0 [3-4], respectively, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS VO is efficacious and well tolerated in the treatment of BMS in firstline therapy on account of its better receptor pharmacological profile and in second-line treatment for patients who have only partially responded or have reported adverse effects to previous treatments.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Departments of *Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences
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- Departments of *Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences
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- Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Oro- Maxillofacial Pathology and Surgery Unit, University Hospital Policlinico Bari, Bari, Italy
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Adamo D, Calabria E, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, Mignogna MD. Vortioxetine as a new frontier in the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain: a review and update. Ther Adv Psychopharmacol 2021; 11:20451253211034320. [PMID: 34497709 PMCID: PMC8419528 DOI: 10.1177/20451253211034320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Chronic neuropathic pain (CNP) is a disabling medical condition that impairs the health-related quality-of-life of affected patients. A high prevalence of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance and cognitive impairment has frequently been reported in association with CNP, making the management of this disease complex and often multidisciplinary. Dual-acting agents such as selective serotonin and noradrenalin reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are considered particularly useful in the modulation of pain and in treatment of the mood disorders frequently associated with CNP. Recent evidence suggests that the top-down inhibitory control of pain involves the engagement and enhancement of descending endogenous opioidergic, cannabinoid and serotonergic systems, with the effect of serotonin being particularly related to the receptor subtypes that are preferentially activated; indeed serotonin induces analgesia via activation of 5-HT7 receptors and hyperalgesia via activation of 5-HT3 receptors. Vortioxetine (VO) is a novel multimodal serotonergic antidepressant with a unique mechanism of action. It has been demonstrated recently in experimental and clinical studies to have efficacy on pain hypersensitivity and on mood disorders. This drug inhibits the serotonin transporter with a high affinity, antagonises the 5-HT3, 5-HT1D and 5HT7 serotonin receptors, and activates the 5-HT1A and 5-HT1B receptors. In clinical studies, VO has proved effective at a dose of 10-20 mg/daily in short- and long-term treatment of patients with chronic orofacial pain, demonstrating a higher rate of clinical response and remission, a better acceptability, safety rate and tolerability, and a lower latency of action compared with other antidepressants. In the light of these recent findings, VO may be considered as a new pharmacological treatment also in relation to various types of CNP, particularly in elderly patients with concomitant mood disorders and cognitive impairment. The purpose of this review is to provide an up-to-date overview of the pharmacology and clinical applications of VO and to highlight its potential therapeutic properties and advantages in the management of CNP.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University Federico II of Naples, via Pansini no.5, Naples, 80131, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Calabria E, Adamo D, Leuci S, Pecoraro G, Coppola N, Aria M, Mignogna MD. The health-related quality of life and psychological profile in patients with oropharyngeal Pemphigus Vulgaris in complete clinical remission: A case-control study. J Oral Pathol Med 2020; 50:510-519. [PMID: 33314320 DOI: 10.1111/jop.13150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pemphigus Vulgaris (PV) is a severe autoimmune blistering disease which may affect the patient's health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) and mood even during quiescent disease activity. We sought to evaluate HR-QoL, quality of sleep (QoS), anxiety and depression in oropharyngeal PV patients (OPV) in complete clinical remission on or off therapy (CCR-on, CCR-off). METHODS Thirty OPV patients and 30 healthy controls were enrolled. The Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-36), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression (HAM-D) and Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety (HAM-A) were administered. Descriptive statistics, including the Mann-Whitney U test and hierarchical multiple linear regression analysis, were used. RESULTS The OPV patients had statistically lower scores in the majority of items of the SF-36 and higher scores in the PSQI, HAM-A and HAM-D than the healthy controls (P < .004; P < .001; and P < .001 respectively). Nine (30%) of the OPV patients were poor sleepers (PSQI > 5) with higher scores in the SF-36, HAM-A and HAM-D compared with the good sleepers (PSQI < 5). No statistically significant difference was detected in the OPV group when comparing patients in CCR-on and CCR-off, or in consideration of the cumulative time of the disease duration. CONCLUSIONS HR-QoL of OPV patients can be impaired even over periods of relatively well-being, therefore, clinicians should monitor periodically their HR-QoL, QoS and psychological profile in order to guide treatments also toward improving their HR-QoL.
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- Elena Calabria
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Calabria E, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, Buono G, Mignogna MD. When orofacial pain needs a heart repair. Clin Exp Dent Res 2020; 7:263-267. [PMID: 33247554 PMCID: PMC8019759 DOI: 10.1002/cre2.359] [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] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2020] [Revised: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 10/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objectives The association of chronic orofacial pain (COFP) and congenital heart disease has never previously been reported. We report the first case of COFP secondary to a right‐to‐left shunt (RLS) due to asymptomatic patent foramen ovale (PFO) in a patient with prothrombotic states. Materials and methods A 48‐year‐old female patient presented with a 10‐month history of left‐sided facial pain who was initially diagnosed with persistent idiopathic facial pain (PIFP) on account of its similar characteristics. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain revealed gliosis and carotid siphon tortuosity; in addition, hyperhomocysteinaemia due to the homozygosis mutation for 5,10 MethyleneTetraHydroFolate Reductase was identified. Transcranial doppler ultrasonography was requested from a neurology consultant which revealed a high degree of RLS. Subsequently, a cardiological evaluation was performed; the specialist requested a transesophageal echocardiography that detected an interatrial septum aneurysm with PFO. Results Based on the analysis of the patient's high degree of RLS, prothrombotic state and gliosis in relation to age, the cardiological consultant chose to perform a percutaneous closure of the PFO to avoid the risk of a cryptogenic stroke. After PFO closure, a complete remission of the pain was obtained. Conclusions The disappearance of the pain supports the possible association between RLS and COFP. PFO with RLS has been suggested as a risk factor for cryptogenic stroke, especially in association with other thromboembolic risk factors. Therefore, the early detection, in this case, could be considered a possible lifesaver. Communication between different care providers is essential when the patient presents symptoms of facial pain which are of an atypical nature.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Morphological and Functional Imaging, Haematology and Oncology Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Pecoraro G, Coppola N, Calabria E, Aria M, Mignogna M. Vortioxetine versus other antidepressants in the treatment of burning mouth syndrome: An open-label randomized trial. Oral Dis 2020; 27:1022-1041. [PMID: 32790904 DOI: 10.1111/odi.13602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [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: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 07/31/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This randomized open-label trial compared the efficacy and tolerability of vortioxetine (15 mg/daily) with different antidepressants in the treatment of patients with burning mouth syndrome (BMS). METHODS One and hundred fifty BMS patients were randomized into five groups and treated with either vortioxetine, paroxetine (20 mg/daily), sertraline (50 mg/daily), escitalopram (10 mg/daily) or duloxetine (60 mg/daily). The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Total Pain Rating Index (T-PRI), Hamilton Rating Scales for Depression (HAM-D) and Anxiety (HAM-A), and Clinical Global Impression Improvement (CGI-I) and Efficacy scales (CGI-E) were performed at baseline and after 2, 4, 6, and 12 months of treatment. Any adverse events (AEs) were tabulated for each group. Descriptive statistics, including the Kruskal-Wallis non-parametric test and the Friedman non-parametric test for median comparisons between different times, were used. RESULTS All the antidepressants (AD) were associated with a significant decrease in the VAS, T-PRI, HAM-A, HAM-D, CGI-I, and CGI-E scores in the long-term (p < .001). However, the response rate of the vortioxetine group showed a significant reduction after six months. The medians, after 6 months, were as follows: VAS 0.0; T-PRI 2.0; HAM-A 7.0; HAM-D 7.0; CGI-I 1.0; and CGI-E 1.0 with a lower incidence of AEs (p < .019). CONCLUSION Vortioxetine was efficacious with a shorter latency of action and fewer AEs compared with other ADs.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Coppola N, Pecoraro G, Nicolò M, Mignogna MD. Lacosamide in trigeminal neuralgia: report of a case refractory to first- and second-generation anticonvulsants. Cranio 2020; 41:126-130. [PMID: 32776864 DOI: 10.1080/08869634.2020.1804233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The treatment of trigeminal neuralgia (TN) involves first- and second-generation anticonvulsants. However, side effects (SEs) impair compliance with treatment, especially in elderly patients. Lacosamide (LCM) is a third-generation anticonvulsant with a mechanism of action that is not completely clear. It has few SEs and has been considered in the treatment of neuropathic pain. CLINICAL PRESENTATION LCM was prescribed as a monotherapy for a 60-year-old female with TN who had proven refractory to previous treatments in terms of both the absence of any pain relief and the appearance of severe leukopenia. The treatment dosage was 100 mg twice daily. Pain relief was obtained after three weeks of treatment without any SEs. Currently, the patient takes a maintenance dosage of 100 mg/daily, remaining in a state of complete well-being. CONCLUSION LCM has shown evidence of a potential efficacy and a good safety profile in the treatment of this patient with TN.
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Pecoraro G, Fortuna G, Amato M, Marenzi G, Aria M, Mignogna MD. Assessment of oral health‐related quality of life, measured by OHIP‐14 and GOHAI, and psychological profiling in burning mouth syndrome: A case‐control clinical study. J Oral Rehabil 2019; 47:42-52. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2019] [Revised: 07/09/2019] [Accepted: 07/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences Federico II University Naples Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences Federico II University Naples Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences Federico II University Naples Italy
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- Dentistry Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry University of Salerno Fisciano Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences Federico II University Naples Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics Federico II University Naples Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences Federico II University Naples Italy
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Adamo D, Mignogna MD, Pecoraro G, Aria M, Fortuna G. Management of reticular oral lichen planus patients with burning mouth syndrome-like oral symptoms: a pilot study. J DERMATOL TREAT 2018; 29:623-629. [DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2018.1425359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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- Daniela Adamo
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Economics and Statistics, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
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Adamo D, Celentano A, Ruoppo E, Cucciniello C, Pecoraro G, Aria M, Mignogna MD. The Relationship Between Sociodemographic Characteristics and Clinical Features in Burning Mouth Syndrome. Pain Med 2015; 16:2171-9. [DOI: 10.1111/pme.12808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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D'Angelo V, Iannotta A, Ramaglia M, Lombardi A, Zarone MR, Desiderio V, Affinita MC, Pecoraro G, Di Martino M, Indolfi P, Casale F, Caraglia M. EZH2 is increased in paediatric T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and is a suitable molecular target in combination treatment approaches. J Exp Clin Cancer Res 2015; 34:83. [PMID: 26268310 PMCID: PMC4535295 DOI: 10.1186/s13046-015-0191-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2015] [Accepted: 07/17/2015] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Background T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) represents about 10–15 % of pediatric ALL cases. EZH2, one of the components of Polycomb group proteins (PRC2) complex, catalyzes the trimethylation of histone H3 lysine 27 that is associated with transcriptional repression and tumor development. Methods We examined the expression levels of PRC2 complex in primary samples of T cells ALL at diagnosis by western blotting and real time PCR. We evaluated the effect of 3-deazaneplanocin-A (DZNep), an EZH2 inhibitor, alone and in combination with Daunoblastine on cell viability, apoptotic death and cell cycle distribution of T cell established Jurkat cell line. Results EZH2 was expressed in 75 % samples at different extents mainly with high expression level. SUZ12 was expressed in 60 % samples and EED in all samples, respectively. The Kaplan-Meier analysis shows that T-ALL expressing EZH2 had a lower probability of disease-free survival (DFS) compared to T-ALL negative for EZH2 (23 % vs 100 %) (p = 0.01). The EZH2 inhibitor DZNep used in combination with Daunoblastine was synergistic in inducing growth inhibition and increasing the apoptosis in T-ALL Jurkat cells at 48 and 72 h paralleled by EZH2 decreased expression. Moreover, the combination decreased the activity of Erk-1/2 proliferation enzymes with no effects on Akt survival pathway. Conclusions The evaluation of EZH2 expression in pediatric T-ALL can be useful in predict the clinical outcome of the patients and EZH2 can be a useful target to improve the efficacy of conventional chemotherapy in this subset of patients with bad prognosis.
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- V D'Angelo
- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and General Pathology, Second University of Naples, Via S.M. Costantinopoli, 16, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and General Pathology, Second University of Naples, Via S.M. Costantinopoli, 16, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, Section of Biotechnology and Medical Histology and Embryology, Second University of Naples, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Pediatric Oncology Unit - Second University of Naples, Via Luigi De Crecchio 4, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics and General Pathology, Second University of Naples, Via S.M. Costantinopoli, 16, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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Balletta R, Cucciniello C, Formato M, Pecoraro G, Orlando S, Mazzola G, Avagliano C, Fico G, De Bartolomeis A, Micanti F, Iasevoli F. EPA-1116 - Obesity affects cognitive performances even in the absence of obvious psychopathological alterations. a comparison with schizophrenia subjects and non-affected controls. Eur Psychiatry 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/s0924-9338(14)78386-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Pecoraro G, Motta L, Olivo G, Bertoloni R. Is phlebography crucial in Tauber varicocele sclerotherapy? Urologia 2008. [DOI: 10.1177/039156030807500208] [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: 11/17/2022]
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Objectives. Our aim was to discover whether it is possible to eliminate retrograde phlebography in the treatment of varicocele by using Tauber procedure. Methods. We treated 102 consecutive left varicocele patients between November 2003 and May 2007. In 72 patients (Group A) we used the Tauber procedure, without performing preliminary retrograde phlebography, and injecting saline solution instead of contrast medium; in 30 patients (Group B) we performed the standard Tauber procedure. We followed up with scrotal color Doppler Ultrasonography and spermograms at 6 months. Results. The patients who underwent the Tauber procedure without phlebography (Group A) obtained results similar to those treated with phlebography (Group B). With our technique, surgical time and costs are reduced and, most importantly, exposure to radiation is avoided. Conclusions. We believe that Tauber procedure for the treatment of varicocele can be performed without retrograde phlebography.
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- G. Pecoraro
- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola Della Scala, ULSS 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola Della Scala, ULSS 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola Della Scala, ULSS 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola Della Scala, ULSS 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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Pecoraro G, Motta L, Olivio G, Bertoloni R. [Is phlebography crucial in Tauber varicocele sclerotherapy?]. Urologia 2008; 75:105-107. [PMID: 21086360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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OBJECTIVES. Our aim was to discover whether it is possible to eliminate retrograde phlebography in the treatment of varicocele by using Tauber procedure. METHODS. We treated 102 consecutive left varicocele patients between November 2003 and May 2007. In 72 patients (Group A) we used the Tauber procedure, without performing preliminary retrograde phlebography, and injecting saline solution instead of contrast medium; in 30 patients (Group B) we performed the standard Tauber procedure. We followed up with scrotal color Doppler Ultrasonography and spermograms at 6 months. RESULTS. The patients who underwent the Tauber procedure without phlebography (Group A) obtained results similar to those treated with phlebography (Group B). With our technique, surgical time and costs are reduced and, most importantly, exposure to radiation is avoided. CONCLUSIONS. We believe that Tauber procedure for the treatment of varicocele can be performed without retrograde phlebography.
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Pecoraro G, Motta L, Olivo G, Frigo M. Infundibulotomy and percutaneous removal of stones in calyceal diverticula: case report and review of therapeutic options. Arch Ital Urol Androl 2006; 78:71-4. [PMID: 16929608] [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] [Indexed: 05/11/2023] Open
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The authors describe the use of a percutaneous approach for treating secondary calyceal diverticular stones. This disease was once managed with open surgery, but today minimally invasive techniques are preferred such as percutaneous nephrostolithotomy (PCNL), ureteroscopic stone removal (URS), laparoscopy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), with PCNL representing the gold standard. Various percutaneous techniques are described for treating both calculi and the diverticulum. The first essential step is a careful preoperative morphological assessment of the diverticulum in order to plan the most suitable treatment modality.
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- Giuseppe Pecoraro
- Urology Unit, Isola della Scala Hospital, ASL 22 Bussolengo (VR), Italy
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Pecoraro G, Olivo G, Motta L, Frigo M. Spontaneous Rupture of the Kidney. Urologia 2006. [DOI: 10.1177/039156030607300208] [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: 11/16/2022]
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The rupture of the kidney with the formation of an extracapsular hematoma in the renal cavity but no evidence of external trauma or other obvious renal cause, is an uncommon finding, most often requiring urgent surgery. An underlying renal pathology, often a renal tumor, should always be suspected. This article describes the case of a 57-year-old male patient who was admitted for severe left flank pain and presented with signs of peritonism, microscopic hematuria and low hemoglobin levels; an emergency left subcostal laparotomy was performed, with removal of the hematoma and enucleation of a partially open mid-renal mass; the kidney was spared. Histology showed a WHO type I, Fuhrman grade 2, papillary renal cell carcinoma. The article deals further with frequency, presentation, type and treatment of the pathology underlying the spontaneous rupture of the kidney, particularly with regard to renal carcinoma.
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- G. Pecoraro
- UO di Urologia, Ospedale di Isola della Scala, ASL 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- UO di Urologia, Ospedale di Isola della Scala, ASL 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- UO di Urologia, Ospedale di Isola della Scala, ASL 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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- UO di Urologia, Ospedale di Isola della Scala, ASL 22 Bussolengo, Verona
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BACKGROUND Cytomegalovirus has been identified as a pathogen that contributes to flares of colitis when detected in colonic specimens of patients with inflammatory bowel disease. AIM To determine the overall prevalence and the role of cytomegalovirus infection in a consecutive series of patients with acute severe colitis admitted to our department from 2000 to 2003. METHODS Among 42 patients (38 with ulcerative colitis and 4 with Crohn's disease) admitted to our hospital for acute severe colitis, we performed proctoscopy and biopsy together with blood sample for cytomegalovirus determination at the time of admission, regardless of their steroid resistance. RESULTS In the 42 patients, we discovered an overall cytomegalovirus infection prevalence of 21.4% (9/42) in our geographical area. In seven patients (16.6%), cytomegalovirus was detected through biopsy. The presence of cytomegalovirus in biopsies was not always predictive of steroid resistance. Three patients with cytomegalovirus in biopsies responded to conventional treatment without needing any antiviral treatment, which suggests that the virus plays only an incidental role. CONCLUSIONS Cytomegalovirus is frequently associated with colitis but it is not always pathogenic. Studies on the genotyping of the virus might explain the diversity of its biological behaviour.
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- V Criscuoli
- Department of General Medicine and Pneumology, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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Pecoraro G, Motta L, Olivo G, Pizzirusso G. Percutaneous Sclerotherapy of Giant Benign Renal Cyst. Urologia 2004. [DOI: 10.1177/039156030407100403] [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: 11/17/2022]
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We report a case of giant benign renal cyst that was treated with percutaneous aspiration and sclerotherapy using 95% alcohol. A 8F catheter was inserted into the cyst under ultrasonographic (US) guidance, and was then left in place to drain the cyst contents (approximately 4 L). A gravity sinogram showed no connections between the cyst and the collecting system. The alcohol treatment involved repeated injections of decreasing amounts of alcohol according with US measurement of cystic volume. The patient's symptoms resolved and cyst drainage stopped after 3 successive days of therapy. Follow-up ultrasound studies showed a 3.5 cm residual cystic wall only.
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- G. Pecoraro
- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola della Scala, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola della Scala, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola della Scala, Verona
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- Divisione di Urologia, Ospedale Isola della Scala, Verona
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Artibani W, Grosso G, Novara G, Pecoraro G, Sidoti O, Sarti A, Ficarra V. Is laparoscopic radical prostatectomy better than traditional retropubic radical prostatectomy? An analysis of peri-operative morbidity in two contemporary series in Italy. Eur Urol 2004; 44:401-6. [PMID: 14499672 DOI: 10.1016/s0302-2838(03)00315-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [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: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare morbidity in two groups of patients who underwent retropubic or laparoscopic radical prostatectomy in the same period. PATIENTS AND METHODS The clinical and pathological data obtained in 50 consecutive patients who underwent retropubic radical prostatectomy (RRP) from January 2001 to December 2001 were compared to those obtained in 71 consecutive patients who were treated in the same year by extraperitoneal laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (LRP). The two groups were comparable in terms of mean pre-operative PSA and biopsy Gleason score. The peri-operative data included operative time, intra-operative and post-operative transfusion rates, complication rates, hospitalization length, and duration of catheterization. The following pathological parameters were considered: Gleason score, pathological stage, and positive surgical margin rate. A comparative evaluation of continence recovery (no pads and any leakage) was made only in patients with follow-up longer than 12 months. RESULTS The two groups were comparable in terms of pathological stage and definitive Gleason score. Operating times were significantly shorter in RRP (p<0.0001). LRP patients showed higher autologous (p<0.001) and eterologous transfusion (p=0.03). No significant difference was observed in terms of complication rates (p=0.07). The rectal injury rate was 2.8% in the laparoscopic group. The mean post-operative hospital stay was 10.2+/-2 days in the surgery group and 7.2+/-3.4 days in the laparoscopy group (p<0.001). Catheterization time was 8.4+/-0.9 days in the surgery group and 8+/-2.8 days in the laparoscopy group (p=0.27). After 12 months, complete continence was achieved in 64% of RRP and 40% of LRP patients, respectively (p=0.29). CONCLUSION The results of our non-randomized study show that up to now laparoscopic radical prostatectomy does not provide significant advantages in terms of peri-operative morbidity compared with the traditional retropubic approach.
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Cottone M, Pietrosi G, Martorana G, Casà A, Pecoraro G, Oliva L, Orlando A, Rosselli M, Rizzo A, Pagliaro L. Prevalence of cytomegalovirus infection in severe refractory ulcerative and Crohn's colitis. Am J Gastroenterol 2001; 96:773-5. [PMID: 11280549 DOI: 10.1111/j.1572-0241.2001.03620.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 210] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Cytomegalovirus infection has been reported as a cause of refractory inflammatory bowel disease, but no data are available on its prevalence in severe colitis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and outcome of cytomegalovirus infection in a consecutive series of patients with severe steroid refractory colitis admitted to our department from 1997 to 1999. METHODS Among 62 patients with severe colitis, 55 with ulcerative colitis and seven with Crohn's disease, 19 (30%) were resistant to intravenous steroids and bowel rest. In all of them, rectal biopsies were examined for cytomegalovirus (the flexible proctoscopy being performed without air insufflation and limited to the first 10 cm). Buffy coat preparation on leukocytes was also performed to detect systemic infection. If cytomegalovirus was not detected, cyclosporine was started. RESULTS In seven (five with ulcerative colitis and two with Crohn's disease) out of 19 (36%) patients with refractory disease, cytomegalovirus was diagnosed in the rectal specimens as well as by buffy coat preparation. Five patients went into remission after antiviral treatment (three with ganciclovir and two with foscarnet). One patient did not respond and was operated on. In one patient, cytomegalovirus was found in the surgical specimen. CONCLUSIONS Cytomegalovirus infection is a frequent cause of severe refractory colitis. Rectal biopsy should always be performed in severe steroid-resistant colitis.
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- M Cottone
- Clinica Medica R, Divisione di Medicina, Istituto di Medicina Generale e Pneumologia, Università degli studi di Palermo, Laboratorio di Microbiologia, Ospedale V Cervello, Italy
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Grosso G, Sidoti O, Pecoraro G. Laparoscopic retroperitoneal renal tumorectomy. Urologia 1996. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039606300120] [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: 11/16/2022]
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— The Authors report a case of renal tumorectomy by retroperitoneal laparoscopy in incidental left renal cell carcinoma with a diameter of 2.2 cm.
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- G. Grosso
- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale di Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale di Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale di Villafranca (Verona)
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Bassetto M, Parise G, Franceschi T, Pecoraro G, Sidoti O. The serum level of markers during chemotherapy as prognostic indicator in testicular GCT. Urologia 1995. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039506200325] [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: 11/17/2022]
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The high specificity and sensitivity of testicular tumour markers AFP and HCG make them particularly useful in the management of these neoplasms. Basai value represents an independent prognostic variable, influencing the choice of therapy. An increase in marker level before chemotherapy may also acquire a powerful prognostic significance. The decay curve pattern is indicative of the radicality of surgery. Also during chemotherapy the behaviour of markers conditions further therapeutiG strategies.
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- M.A. Bassetto
- Divisione Clinicizzata di Oncologia Medica - Osedale Civile Maggiore - Verona
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- Laboratorio Analisi Chimico-cliniche e Microgiologiche - Ospedale Civile - Villafranca (Verona)
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- Divisione Clinicizzata di Oncologia Medica - Osedale Civile Maggiore - Verona
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- Servizio Autonomo di Urologia - Ospedale Civile - Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio Autonomo di Urologia - Ospedale Civile - Villafranca (Verona)
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Mostacci R, Grosso G, Pecoraro G. Tumour markers in renal cell carcinoma. Literature review. Urologia 1995. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039506200327] [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: 11/15/2022]
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The authors evaluated whether tumour markers can be considered useful in prognosis and therapeutical planning of renal cell carcinoma. This review has focused on those cytochemical and laboratory markers which are not only related to prognosis, but also give more information on therapeutical planning, particularly with regard to immuno and chemotherapy.
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- R. Mostacci
- Servizio di Oncologia - Divisione di Medicina
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- Servizio Autonomo di Urologia - Ospedale Civile - Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio Autonomo di Urologia - Ospedale Civile - Villafranca (Verona)
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Pecoraro G, Grosso G, Mostacci R, Vitale S, Sidoti O. Urothelial neoplasms and tumoral markers. Urologia 1995. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039506200326] [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: 11/15/2022]
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The majority of urothelial neoplasms are superficial bladder carcinoma, the prognosis of which cannot be evaluated with current parameters. Several studies have tried to isolate one or more reliable markers. Although some results are satisfactory these markers have not however been used in the clinical practice. The Authors investigate recent reports, quoting those that, in their opinion, are the most interesting.
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- Servizio di Oncologia - Divisione di Medicina - Ospedale Villafranca (Verona)
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Grosso G, Pecoraro G, Parise G, Vitale S, Sidoti O. PSA and clinical problems relating to prostate cancer. Urologia 1995. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039506200321] [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: 11/17/2022]
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The PSA is the most important tumoral marker for prostate cancer. Not all Authors agree that it plays an important role in screening and diagnosis, classification and prognosis; they agree, instead, about its monitoring the response to therapy. Two personal experiences are presented: in one the PSA values are compared with the prostatic biopsies in 100 patients with suspect rectal exploration; in the other the PSA value, taken at the moment of diagnosis, is compared with the result of the radionuclide bone scan in 43 patients with prostate cancer.
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- Laboratorio Analisi Chimico-Cliniche e Microbiologiche - Ospedale Magalini - Villafranca (Verona)
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Pecoraro G, Grosso G, Sidoti O. Considerazioni su un caso di adenoma nefrogenico della vescica associato a tbc urinaria: Considerations on a case of nephrogenic adenoma of the bladder associated with urinary tuberculosis. Urologia 1995. [DOI: 10.1177/039156039506200217] [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: 11/16/2022]
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A nephrogenic bladder adenoma case is reported in a 64-year-old man with urinary tbc. This association has never been reported in literature. From the pathogenetic point of view, it can be included in Mostofi's hypothesis, which considers chronic phlogosis as the input for urothelial metaplasia.
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- G. Pecoraro
- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale “Magalini” - Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale “Magalini” - Villafranca (Verona)
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- Servizio di Urologia - Ospedale “Magalini” - Villafranca (Verona)
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Longo M, Pecoraro G, Zarcone R, Franco L, Cardone A. [Cystic hygroma: 2 case reports and review of the literature]. Minerva Ginecol 1994; 46:285-93. [PMID: 7936379] [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: 01/27/2023]
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Cystic hygroma, an infrequent malformation of the lymphatic system (5 cases per 1000 abortions with CRL greater than 3 cm), was observed in 2 cases which prompted the present study. The Authors also present a brief review of the literature on this topic. After reviewing the hypothetic pathogenesis of the lymphatic obstruction which underlines this pathology, the paper focuses on the association of hygroma and anatomical and chromosomic alterations. The various anatomopathological and echographical findings are then described. Special attention is drawn to the diagnosis of cystic hygroma, after which the two case studies are illustrated. The prognosis of this pathology is pessimistic and the patient and specialist have to choose between immediate abortion or waiting for the inevitable outcome of gestation.
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- M Longo
- Istituto di Ginecologia, Ostetricia e Fisiopatologia de lla Riproduzione Umana, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II
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Chen TM, Pecoraro G, Defendi V. Genetic analysis of in vitro progression of human papillomavirus-transfected human cervical cells. Cancer Res 1993; 53:1167-71. [PMID: 8382557] [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] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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The authors have established an in vitro model system which demonstrates the progression of the transformed phenotypes of human cervical epithelial cells transfected with human papillomavirus (HPV) type 16 and 18 DNAs. Both viral DNAs exhibit immortalizing potential; however, only HPV 18-immortalized cell lines progress to exhibit anchorage-independent growth and, in a limited number of cases, tumorigenesis. In this paper, the authors have examined the genetic basis for this in vitro progression step by step, including immortalization, anchorage-independent growth, and tumorigenicity of the HPV-transfected human cervical epithelial cells by cell fusion. The results suggest that (a) all three transformed phenotypes, i.e., immortalization, anchorage-independent growth, and tumorigenesis, in this in vitro cervical carcinogenesis model are a result of recessive changes in genes or processes involved; (b) inactivation of p53 and retinoblastoma protein is not sufficient for immortalization of human cervical epithelial cells; (c) HPV expression per se does not account for immortalization of human cervical epithelial cells; (d) immortalization of human cervical epithelial cells initiated by HPV can occur through different processes, although one of them is the most preferred; and (e) probably only one group of recessive genes appears to be involved in the loss of anchorage-dependent growth for HPV-immortalized human cervical cells.
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- T M Chen
- Department of Pathology, New York University Medical Center, New York 10016
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Majolino I, Marceno R, Pecoraro G, Scime R, Vasta S, Liberti G, Rizzo A, Indovina A, Caronia F. Autologous stem cell transplantation in amyloidosis AL. Bone Marrow Transplant 1993; 11:85. [PMID: 8094310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Majolino I, Marcenò R, Pecoraro G, Scimé R, Vasta S, Liberti G, Rizzo A, Indovina A, Caronia F. High-dose therapy and autologous transplantation in amyloidosis-AL. Haematologica 1993; 78:68-71. [PMID: 8098314] [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] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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A 53-yr.-old woman with amyloidosis AL was treated with high-dose chemotherapy and autologous stem cell infusion in an attempt to suppress the amyloid secretion. A diagnosis of MGUS had been made six years earlier. During the last year her disease had progressively shifted to a full-blown picture of amyloidosis AL, with renal failure, proteinuria, renal amyloid deposition and plasma cell sheets in the marrow. After an unsuccessful attempt with standard-dose chemotherapy, she received a high-dose regimen of busulphan (14 mg/Kg) and melphalan (40 mg/m2), followed by the infusion of both autologous bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cells. She had full and prompt engraftment, but eight weeks post-graft developed interstitial pneumonitis: CMV was isolated. The patient died while in the intensive care unit. In the literature, this is the first case of amyloidosis AL treated with high-dose therapy and autologous transplantation.
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- I Majolino
- Dipartimento di Ematologia, Ospedale V. Cervello, Palermo, Italy
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Morgan DM, Pecoraro G, Rosenberg I, Defendi V. Transformation by human papillomavirus type 16 (HPV16) DNA but not HPV6b DNA is enhanced by addition of the human cytomegalovirus enhancer. Virology 1992; 189:687-94. [PMID: 1322595 DOI: 10.1016/0042-6822(92)90592-d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Primary human cervical epithelial cells immortalized by human papillomavirus type 16 (HPV16) DNA exhibit altered morphology and differentiation characteristic of transformation, but show a lack of transformed phenotype relative to HPV18 DNA immortalized cells in terms of anchorage-independent growth (Pecoraro, Lee, Morgan, and Defendi, 1991, Am. J. Pathol. 138, 1-8). This is completely corrected by inserting a strong heterologous enhancer derived from human cytomegalovirus DNA upstream from the HPV16 long control region. The cells immortalized by this DNA form colonies in agar comparable to those formed by HPV18 DNA immortalized cells. The enhanced transformation capability correlates with increased levels of HPV16 E6-E7 and E5 transcripts. The HPV16 DNA containing this strong enhancer also transforms C127 mouse cells with increased efficiency and strength relative to the natural HPV16 DNA, as measured by the numbers and size of the colonies in agar. The positive effects of this strong enhancer appear specific for HPVs associated with genital malignancies such as HPV16, since HPV6b DNA (primarily in benign tumors) with or without the strong cytomegalovirus enhancer is incapable of immortalizing primary human cervical epithelial cells or allowing efficient growth of C127 mouse cells in agar. These results suggest that the diminished oncogenic properties of HPV16 versus HPV18 DNA in cultured cells and in human malignancies may reside in the long control regions of these viruses and, additionally, may define another difference in the oncogenic properties of HPVs associated with benign or malignant genital neoplasia.
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- D M Morgan
- Department of Pathology, New York University Medical Center, New York 10016
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Pecoraro G, Lee M, Morgan D, Defendi V. Evolution of in vitro transformation and tumorigenesis of HPV16 and HPV18 immortalized primary cervical epithelial cells. Am J Pathol 1991; 138:1-8. [PMID: 1846261 PMCID: PMC1886048] [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] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Cervical carcinoma develops through a progressive spectrum of premalignant intraepithelial lesions (CIN I-III), the majority of which are associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18. We established HPV16 and HPV18 immortalized human cervical epithelial cell lines and used them as a model to investigate the genesis and progression of cervical malignancy. The cell lines when cultured in vitro in a system mimicking their in vivo environment exhibit cytologic atypia and a variety of defects in morphologic differentiation at early passage compared to their normal counterparts. With increased passage, these alterations progress to more severe grades, histologically similar to CIN III; however only a limited number of the cell lines are tumorigenic, mimicking the epidemiologic evidence on the rate of conversion from premalignant to invasive carcinoma. The observed changes are not associated with alterations of viral DNA integration or expression and may reflect specific cellular events or changes in virus-host interactions associated with malignant progression.
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- G Pecoraro
- Department of Pathology, New York University Medical Center, New York
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Morgan D, Pecoraro G, Rosenberg I, Defendi V. Human papillomavirus type 6b DNA required for initiation but not maintenance of transformation of C127 mouse cells. J Virol 1990; 64:969-76. [PMID: 2154622 PMCID: PMC249206 DOI: 10.1128/jvi.64.3.969-976.1990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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We describe the transformation of C127 mouse fibroblasts with human papillomavirus type 6b (HPV-6b) DNA, which is associated primarily with benign tumors of the human genital tract. The major transformed phenotype of the HPV-6b-transfected cells lines, which had been G418 selected, pooled, and maintained without subsequent selection, was tumorigenicity in nude mice. We found that, unlike that reported for other HPVs or papovaviruses, the transformed phenotype was expressed after a delay, in which the cells had undergone extensive culture passages (about 20 passages or 100 generations). Interestingly, the HPV-6b DNA had become reduced or nondetectable in copy number in the cells by the time the transformed phenotype was expressed and in most of the tumors induced by the cells in nude mice, indicating that high levels of HPV-6b DNA were not required for maintenance of the transformed phenotype. Clonal cell lines gave similar results. When continued G418 selection was used to maintain high-copy-number HPV-6b DNA, the cells were tumorigenic, indicating that high levels of HPV-6b DNA did not suppress tumorigenesis. These studies suggest that HPV-6b DNA initiates transformation of C127 cells but is dispensable for expression or maintenance of the transformed phenotype. Transformation by HPV-6b DNA in vitro may provide insights into the HPV type-specific association with benign versus malignant lesions in vivo and may elucidate some of the oncogenic processes involved in tumor progression.
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- D Morgan
- Department of Pathology, New York University Medical Center, New York 10016
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Mazara M, Catinella E, Gullotti A, Ajello O, Pecoraro G, Quartararo P, Spanò C. [Microbiological and serological study in cases of infertility with or without sterility with particular emphasis on the etiological role of Chlamydia trachomatis]. Ann Ig 1989; 1:65-72. [PMID: 2483084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Microbiological investigations were carried out on two groups of men and women--a) with genital non gonococcal pathology and--b) in infertile/sterile people of the same sex and age (mean age 28.4 y) with the aim to document in them the prevalence of various microorganisms particularly of Mycoplasma/Ureaplasma and Chlamydia trachomatis as aetiological agent of their pathology. Serum antibodies to Chlamydia trachomatis were also studied by microimmunofluorescence, immunoperoxidase and ELISA methods in the same population in comparison with apparently healthy blood donors of the same sex and age as control. Finally, 56 infertile/sterile couples were included in this study to investigate the possible role of Chl. trachomatis. Various microorganisms were isolated more frequently from women of the group b) (45.5%-22.9% respectively p less than 0.01). Mycoplasma/Ureaplasma in comparison with Chl. trachomatis were prevalent in all groups investigated (p less than 0.01). Infertile/sterile women had higher anti Chl. trachomatis antibodies than did women with genital non gonococcal pathology or women of the control group (p less than 0.01). Mycoplasma/Ureaplasma strains were isolated from infertile/sterile couples more frequently than Chl. trachomatis but the women of these couples had high titres (greater than 128) of anti Chl. trachomatis antibodies. Finally, IgA as well as IgG anti Chl. trachomatis antibodies were demonstrated in two out of nine peritoneal fluid samples obtained from women affected by PID. In one case, a pregnancy underwent after an ad hoc therapy of the two partners from whom two Ureaplasma strains were isolated.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)
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Cangelosi C, Giardina RA, Pecoraro G, Marcianò R, Vitale MG, Gullotti A, Caronia F, Spanò C. [HIV infection and T-lymphocyte behavior: results of a study in Palermo]. Ann Ig 1989; 1:45-50. [PMID: 2483080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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The acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is caused by the HIV infection in people with an already impaired immunological system. The seroprevalence follow-up of different markers of HIV should seem to suggest to predict the course of the disease as well as the T4/T8 ratio did. We examined 111 at risk anti-HIV positive people according to these parameters in comparison with their clinical situation. Serum samples from these subjects were examined by means of the ELISA method for anti-ENV/CORE antibodies and HIV antigen, followed by a Western Blot confirmation. The T4/T8 ratio was controlled and measured by means of monoclonal immunofluorescent antibody test. Sixty six out of eighty three (79.5%) symptomatic patients showed a less than 1.0 T4/T8 ratio in comparison with 15/28 (53.6%) asymptomatic people (p less than 0.01) while no difference was seen in the same patients according to the presence or not of anti-core antibodies. In some patients it was possible to observe a positive trend in the T4/T8 ratio.
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Pecoraro G, Morgan D, Defendi V. Differential effects of human papillomavirus type 6, 16, and 18 DNAs on immortalization and transformation of human cervical epithelial cells. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 1989; 86:563-7. [PMID: 2463631 PMCID: PMC286512 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.86.2.563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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The human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are associated with specific benign and malignant lesions of the skin and mucosal epithelia. Cloned viral DNAs from HPV types 6b, 16, and 18 associated with different pathological manifestations of genital neoplasia in vivo were introduced into primary human cervical epithelial cells by electroporation. Cells transfected with HPV16 or HPV18 DNA acquired indefinite lifespans, distinct morphological alterations, and anchorage-independent growth (HPV18), and contain integrated transcriptionally active viral genomes. HPV6b or plasmid electroporated cells senesced at low passage. The alterations in growth and differentiation of the cells appear to reflect the progressive oncogenic processes that result in cervical carcinoma in vivo.
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- G Pecoraro
- Department of Pathology and Kaplan Cancer Center, New York University Medical Center, NY 10016
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Spanò C, Pecoraro G, Patti S, D'Accardo A, Orlandi F. Serological study of rubella in pregnancy: two years of experience in Palermo (1984-1986). Acta Eur Fertil 1988; 19:221-4. [PMID: 3227755] [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: 01/04/2023]
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A serological survey was carried out by means of an ELISA capture-immunoassay for IgM and by means of the haemagglutino-inhibition method or ELISA for IgG antibodies on 715 women in fertile age and on 12 patients suffering from rubella or rubella-like syndrome. Fetal serum samples were obtained at fetoscopy from 4 pregnant women at different gestational age. The overall results show that although the high percentage (greater than 80.0%) of anti-rubella positive women in fertile age in our country, 18 out of 54 women in pregnancy, having had contacts with people affected by rubella or rubella-like syndrome, showed a seroconversion for rubella virus. The outcome of the pregnancy in these patients is known for 11 cases only: six women decided for abortion, four had a normal baby and one, mother of twins, bore an apparently healthy child the other one being dead 4 hrs after the delivery owing to fetal respiratory distress. Conclude this study some considerations on the necessity to emphasize the opportunity for a mass vaccination program and on the importance for more than one serological test to discriminate among different rubella-like syndromes.
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- C Spanò
- Divisione di Ostetricia e Ginecologia, Ospedale V. Cervello, Palermo
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Morgan D, Pecoraro G, Rosenberg I, Defendi V. Transformation of C127 mouse fibroblasts by human papillomavirus 16. Cancer Res 1988; 48:2505-11. [PMID: 2833348] [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] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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We have compared the ability of cloned DNAs of HPV16, a human papillomavirus associated with cervical carcinoma, and BPV1, a papillomavirus inducing skin lesions in cattle, to transform murine C127 cells. Unlike BPV1, HPV16 DNA failed to induce foci when C127 cells were transfected and maintained as monolayers; HPV16-transformed C127 cells could only be detected after cotransfection with HPV16 and pSV2neo DNA, selection for resistance to G418, and assay of pooled selectants for colony growth in agar. HPV16 and BPV1 C127 cells differed in terms of the size and morphology of their colonies in agar, but not in their colony-forming efficiencies. In addition, the tumors they induced in nude mice were clearly histologically distinct, with the HPV16 C127 tumors considerably more anaplastic. The HPV16 C127 cells contained viral DNA at high copy numbers integrated at random sites in the C127 genome, while the BPV1 C127, as expected, contained episomal BPV1 DNA molecules. The high complexity of the integrated HPV16 DNA was maintained in the pooled cells grown through extended passage in vitro, in clonal lines derived from single agar colonies, in nude mouse tumors induced by the cells, and in a nude mouse tumor-derived cell line, indicating the stability of the HPV16 sequences in the cells. HPV16 transcripts in the transformed C127 cells were present in three size classes (1.5, 2, and 4 kilobases) on Northern blots. The different transformed phenotypes in the same cell line induced by two structurally similar, yet distinct viruses imply differences in the underlying transforming mechanisms and possible different virus-host cell molecular interactions.
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- D Morgan
- Department of Pathology, New York University Medical Center, New York
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Raimondo G, Craxi A, Longo G, Giannuoli G, Caltagirone M, Aragona M, Pecoraro G, Squadrito G, Pagliaro L. Delta infection in hepatocellular carcinoma positive for hepatitis B surface antigen. Ann Intern Med 1984; 101:343-4. [PMID: 6087705 DOI: 10.7326/0003-4819-101-3-343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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