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Donato K, Micheletti C, Medori MC, Maltese PE, Tanzi B, Tezzele S, Mareso C, Generali D, Donofrio CA, Cominetti M, Fioravanti A, Riccio L, Beccari T, Ceccarini MR, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Ahmed R, Stuppia L, Gatta V, Cecchin S, Marceddu G, Bertelli M. Omics sciences and precision medicine in pancreas cancer. Clin Ter 2023; 174:85-94. [PMID: 37994752 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2475] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Pancreatic cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, associated with poor prognosis outcomes and late treatment interventions. The pathological nature and extreme tissue heterogeneity of this disease has hampered all efforts to correctly diagnose and treat it. Omics sciences and precision medicine have revolutionized our understanding of pan-creatic cancer, providing a new hope for patients suffering from this devastating disease. By analyzing large-scale biological data sets and developing personalized treatment strategies, researchers and clinicians are working together to improve patient outcomes and ultimately find a cure for pancreatic cancer.
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- K Donato
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Italy; Multidisciplinary Unit of Breast Pathology and Translational Research, Cremona Hospital, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Italy
- Division of Biology and Genetics, Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, University of Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Nick Holonyak Jr. Micro and Nanotechnology Laboratory, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Urbana, USA
- Department of Biotechnology, Mirpur University of Science and Technology, Pakistan
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- Department of Psychological Health and Territorial Sciences, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
- Unit of Molecular Genetics, Center for Advanced Studies and Technology (CAST), "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Psychological Health and Territorial Sciences, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
- Unit of Molecular Genetics, Center for Advanced Studies and Technology (CAST), "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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Donato K, Madeo G, Micheletti C, Cristoni S, Ceccarini MR, Beccari T, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Herbst KL, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs correlated to physical activity, response to chiropractic treatment, mood and sleep. Clin Ter 2023; 174:183-192. [PMID: 37994763 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2486] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Nutrigenomics, a rapidly evolving field that bridges genetics and nutrition, explores the intricate interactions between an individual's genetic makeup and how they respond to nutrients. At its core, this discipline focuses on investigating Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), the most common genetic variations, which significantly influence a person's physiological status, mood regulation, and sleep patterns, thus playing a pivotal role in a wide range of health out-comes. Through decoding their functional implications, researchers are able to uncover genetic factors that impact physical fitness, pain perception, and susceptibility to mood disorders and sleep disruptions. The integration of nutrigenomics into healthcare holds the promise of transformative interventions that cater to individual well-being. Notable studies shed light on the connection between SNPs and personalized responses to exercise, as well as vulnerability to mood disorders and sleep disturbances. Understanding the intricate interplay between genetics and nutrition informs targeted dietary approaches, molding individual health trajectories. As research advances, the convergence of genetics and nourishment is on the brink of reshaping healthcare, ushering in an era of personalized health management that enhances overall life quality. Nutrigenomics charts a path toward tailored nutritional strategies, fundamentally reshaping our approach to health preservation and preventive measures.
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- K Donato
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotechnologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Total Lipedema Care, Beverly Hills, California, and Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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Dhuli K, Medori MC, Bonetti G, Donato K, Cristoni S, Miertus S, Miertus J, Veselenyiova D, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Connelly ST, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs correlated to minerals' deficiencies. Clin Ter 2023; 174:193-199. [PMID: 37994764 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2487] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics are two interrelated fields that explore the influence of genetic diversity on nutrient responses and function. While nutrigenetics investigates the effects of hereditary ge-netic variations on micronutrient metabolism, nutrigenomics examines the intricate relationship between diet and the genome, studying how genetic variants impact nutrient intake and gene expression. These disciplines offer valuable insights into predicting and managing chronic diseases through personalized nutritional approaches. Nutrigenomics employs cutting-edge genomics technologies to study nutrient-genome interactions. Key principles involve genetic variability among ethnic groups, affecting nutrient bioavailability and metabolism, and the influence of dietary choices based on cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic factors. Polymorphisms, particularly single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), significantly influence gene activity and are associated with specific phenotypes that are related to micronutrient deficiencies. Minerals are inorganic elements, vital for various physiological functions. Understanding the SNPs associated with mineral deficien-cies is crucial for assessing disease risk and developing personalized treatment plans. This knowledge can inform public health interventions, targeted screening programs, educational campaigns, and fortified food products to address deficiencies effectively. Nutrigenomics research has the potential to revolutionize clinical and nutritional practices, providing personalized recommendations, enhancing illness risk assessment, and advancing public health initiatives. Despite the need for further research, harnessing nutrigenomics' potential can lead to more focused and efficient methods for preventing and treating mineral deficiencies.
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- K Dhuli
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotechnologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of SS. Cyril and Methodius, Trnava, Slovakia
- International Centre for Applied Research and Sustainable Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Biology, Institute of Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, Slovakia
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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Madeo G, Donato K, Micheletti C, Cristoni S, Miertus S, Miertus J, Veselenyiova D, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Connelly ST, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs Correlated to Lipid and Carbohydrate Metabolism. Clin Ter 2023; 174:200-208. [PMID: 37994765 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2488] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Background Nutrigenomics - the study of the interactions between genetics and nutrition - has emerged as a pivotal field in personalized nutrition. Among various genetic variations, single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) have been extensively studied for their probable relationship with metabolic traits. Methods Throughout this review, we have employed a targeted research approach, carefully handpicking the most representative and relevant articles on the subject. Our methodology involved a systematic review of the scientific literature to ensure a comprehensive and accurate overview of the available sources. Results SNPs have demonstrated a significant influence on lipid metabolism, by impacting genes that encode for enzymes involved in lipid synthesis, transport, and storage. Furthermore, they have the ability to affect enzymes in glycolysis and insulin signaling pathways: in a way, they can influence the risk of type 2 diabetes. Thanks to recent advances in genotyping technologies, we now know numerous SNPs linked to lipid and carbohydrate metabolism. The large-scale studies on this topic have unveiled the potential of personalized dietary recommendations based on an individual's genetic makeup. Personalized nutritional interventions hold promise to mitigate the risk of various chronic diseases; however, translating these scientific insights into actionable dietary guidelines is still challenging. Conclusions As the field of nutrigenomics continues to evolve, collaborations between geneticists, nutritionists, and healthcare providers are essential to harness the power of genetic information for improving metabolic health. By unraveling the genetic basis of metabolic responses to diet, this field holds the potential to revolutionize how we approach dietary recommendations and preventive healthcare practices.
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- G Madeo
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotechnologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of SS. Cyril and Methodius, Trnava, Slovakia
- International Centre for Applied Research and Sustainable Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Biology, Institute of Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, Trnava, Slovakia
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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Medori MC, Dhuli K, Bonetti G, Donato K, Cristoni S, Ceccarini MR, Beccari T, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Herbst KL, Connelly ST, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs correlated to Food Preferences and Susceptibilities. Clin Ter 2023; 174:214-226. [PMID: 37994767 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2490] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Background Nutrigenomics explores the intricate interplay between single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), food preferences, and susceptibilities. Methods This study delves into the influence of SNPs on food sensitivities, allergies, tyramine intolerance, and taste preferences. Genetic factors intricately shape physiological reactions to dietary elements, with polymorphisms contributing to diverse sensitivities and immune responses. Results Tyramine intolerance, arising from metabolic inefficiencies, unveils genetic markers exerting influence on enzyme function. SNPs transcend genetic diversity by exerting substantial impact on food sensitivities/allergies, with specific variants correlating to heightened susceptibilities. Genes accountable for digesting food components play pivotal roles. Given the rising prevalence of food sensitivities/allergies, understanding genetic foundations becomes paramount. In the realm of taste and food preferences, SNPs sculpt perception and choice, yielding variances in taste perception and preferences for sweetness, bitterness, and umami. This genetic medley extends its reach to encompass wider health implications. Conclusions In this review article, we have focused on how polymorphisms wield significant sway over physiological responses, sensitivities, and dietary inclinations. Unraveling these intricate relationships illuminates the path to personalized nutrition, potentially revolutionizing tailored recommendations and interventions.
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotech-nologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Total Lipedema Care, Beverly Hills, California, and Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- San Francisco Veterans Af-fairs Health Care System, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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Dhuli K, Bonetti G, Micheletti C, Macchia A, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Ceccarini MR, Beccari T, Bertelli M. Unraveling the Role of Prickly Pear Extract as a Potent Nutraceutical Agent Against Metabolic Syndromes. Clin Ter 2023; 174:159-168. [PMID: 37994760 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2483] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Background Prickly pear (Opuntia) extracts have garnered con-siderable attention in recent years due to their promising medicinal and nutritional properties. This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted potential of prickly pear extracts in mitigating various chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), diabetes, obesity, cancer, neuronal diseases, and renal diseases. Methods This review provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse therapeutic applications of Opuntia extracts in managing chronic diseases. The collective evidence underscores the potential of prickly pear as a valuable natural resource for addressing global health challenges. Further research and clinical investigations are warranted to unlock the full potential of Opuntia in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. Results Studies have suggested that the bioactive compounds within prickly pear may influence glucose metabolism by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing insulin resistance, and modulating gut microbiota composition. These pathways exhibit potential in the reduction of hyperglycemia, which is a fundamental aspect of metabolic syndromes. Opuntia extracts demonstrate also antioxidant, anti-inflammatory capabilities that can contribute to improving health in various conditions. Conclusion Further research and clinical investigations are warranted to unlock the full potential of Opuntia in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases.
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- K Dhuli
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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Madeo G, Bonetti G, Gadler M, Benedetti S, Guerri G, Cristofoli F, Generali D, Donofrio CA, Cominetti M, Fioravanti A, Riccio L, Bernini A, Fulcheri E, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Stuppia L, Gatta V, Cecchin S, Marceddu G, Bertelli M. Omics sciences and precision medicine in colon cancer. Clin Ter 2023; 174:55-67. [PMID: 37994749 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2472] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Colon cancer presents a complex pathophysiological landscape, which poses a significant challenge to the precise prediction of patient prognosis and treatment response. However, the emergence of omics sciences such as genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics has provided powerful tools to identify molecular alterations and pathways involved in colon cancer development and progression. To address the lack of literature exploring the intersection of omics sciences, precision medicine, and colon cancer, we conducted a comprehensive search in ScienceDirect and PubMed databases. We included systematic reviews, reviews, case studies, clinical studies, and randomized controlled trials that were published between 2015-2023. To refine our search, we excluded abstracts and non-English studies. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the current understanding of the latest developments in precision medicine and omics sciences in the context of colon cancer. Studies have identified molecular subtypes of colon cancer based on genomic and transcrip-tomic profiles, which have implications for prognosis and treatment selection. Furthermore, precision medicine (which involves tailoring treatments, based on the unique molecular characteristics of each patient's tumor) has shown promise in improving outcomes for colon cancer patients. Omics sciences and precision medicine hold great promise for identifying new therapeutic targets and developing more effective treatments for colon cancer. Although not strictly designed as a systematic review, this review provides a readily accessible and up-to-date summary of the latest developments in the field, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for future research.
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- G Madeo
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Italy; Multidisciplinary Unit of Breast Pathology and Translational Research, Cremona Hospital, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Cremona, Italy
- Division of Biology and Genetics, Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, University of Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Cremona, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Cremona, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, ASST Cremona, Cremona, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnology, Chemistry, and Pharmacy, University of Siena, Italy
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- Fetal-Perinatal Pathology Unit, IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini, Genoa, Italy; Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, Università di Genova, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Psychological Health and Territorial Sciences, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
- Unit of Molecular Genetics, Center for Advanced Studies and Technology (CAST), "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Psychological Health and Territorial Sciences, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
- Unit of Molecular Genetics, Center for Advanced Studies and Technology (CAST), "G. d'Annunzio" University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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Micheletti C, Medori MC, Bonetti G, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Bertelli M. Effects of Carob Extract on the Intestinal Microbiome and Glucose Metabolism: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Clin Ter 2023; 174:169-172. [PMID: 37994761 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2484] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract The legume tree known as carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) is indigenous to the Mediterranean area and over the centuries its pods had been traditionally used mostly as animal feed. However, it has gained great attention in human nutrition due to the molecular compounds it contains, which could offer many potential health benefits: for example, carob is renowned for its high content of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Moreover, in traditional medicine it is credited with the ability to control glucose metabolism and gut microbiome. Modern science has also extensively acknowledged the numerous health advantages deriving from its consumption, including its anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Due to its abundant contents of pectin, gums, and polyphenols (such as pinitol), carob has garnered significant attention as a well-researched plant with remarkable therapeutic properties. Notably, carob is extensively used in the production of semi-finished pastry products, particularly in ice cream and other creams (especially as a substitute for cocoa/chocolate): these applications indeed facilitate the exploration of its positive effects on glucose metabolism. Our study aimed at examining the effects of carob extract on intestinal microbiota and glucose metabolism. In this review, we conducted a thorough examination, comprising in vitro, in vivo, and clinical trials to appraise the consequences on human health of polyphenols and pectin from different carob species, including recently discovered ones with high polyphenol contents. Our goal was to learn more about the mechanisms through which carob extract can support a balanced gut flora and improve one's glucose metabolism. These results could influence the creation of novel functional foods and dietary supplements, to help with the management and prevention of chronic illnesses like diabetes and obesity.
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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Micheletti C, Madeo G, Macchia A, Donato K, Cristoni S, Ceccarini MR, Beccari T, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Herbst KL, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs correlated to vitamins' deficiencies. Clin Ter 2023; 174:173-182. [PMID: 37994762 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2485] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Nutrients can influence the physiological processes in the body by interacting with molecular systems. Including nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics, nutritional genomics focuses on how bio-active food components interact with the genome. The purpose of this study is to clarify how nutrigenomics and vitamin dietary deficits relate to one another. Food tolerances among human sub-populations are known to vary due to genetic variation, which may also affect dietary needs. This raises the prospect of tailoring a person's nutritional intake for optimum health and illness prevention, based on their unique genome. To better understand the interplay between genes and nutrients and to plan tailored weight loss, nutrigenetic testing may soon become a key approach.
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotechnologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Total Lipedema Care, Beverly Hills, California, and Tucson, Arizona, USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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Donato K, Dhuli K, Madeo G, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Beccari T, Ceccarini MR, Bertelli M, Bertelli M, Bertelli M. Olive tree polyphenols as effective and sustainable grain preservatives. Clin Ter 2023; 174:154-158. [PMID: 37994759 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2482] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Abstract Whole grains play a crucial role in the human diet. Despite being cultivated in distinct regions, they are shipped everywhere, therefore making biosafety and security essential throughout the grain industry, from harvest to distribution. Phytopathogens, which have an impact on crop yield, induce grain spoiling and reduce grain quality in a number of ways, providing a constant danger to crop storage and distribution. Chemical control approaches, such as the use of pesticides and fungicides, are detrimental to the environment and hazardous to human health. The development of alternative, environmentally friendly, and generally acceptable solutions to ensure increased grain yield, biosafety, and quality during storage is crucial in order to guarantee sufficient food and feed supplies. As a means of self-defense against microbial infection and spoilage, plant matrices feature antimicrobial natural chemicals, which have led to their widespread usage as food preservatives in recent decades. Olive tree extracts, known for their high polyphenol content, have been widely used in the food preservation industry with great success, and are highly welcomed by people all over the world. In addition to their well-known health advantages, polyphenols are a valuable plant secondary metabolite because of their great antibacterial capabilities as natural preservatives. This article discusses the promising usage of polyphenols from olive trees as a natural alternative preservative, while also highlighting the future of olive eaves in the food industry.
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- K Donato
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Peachtree Corners (GA), USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, ItalyCorners (GA), USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Perugia, ItalyCorners (GA), USA
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Bonetti G, Medori MC, Dhuli K, Macchia A, Donato K, Cristoni S, Miertus S, Miertus J, Veselenyiova D, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Connelly ST, Bertelli M. Nutrigenomics: SNPs correlated to detoxification, antioxidant capacity and longevity. Clin Ter 2023; 174:209-213. [PMID: 37994766 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2023.2489] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Abstract Nutritional genomics, also known as nutrigenomics, is the study of how a person's diet and genes interact with each other. The field of nutrigenomics aims to explain how common nutrients, food additives and preservatives can change the body's genetic balance towards either health or sickness. This study reviews the effects of SNPs on detoxification, antioxidant capacity, and longevity. SNPs are mutations that only change one nucleotide at a specific site in the DNA. Specific SNPs have been associated to a variety of biological processes, including detoxification, antioxidant capacity, and longevity. This article mainly focuses on the following genes: SOD2, AS3MT, CYP1A2, and ADO-RA2A (detoxification); LEPR, TCF7L2, KCNJ11, AMY1, and UCP3 (antioxidant capacity); FOXO3 and BPIFB4 (longevity). This review underlines that many genes-among which FOXO3, TCF7L2, LEPR, CYP1A2, ADORA2A, and SOD2-have a unique effect on a person's health, susceptibility to disease, and general well-being. Due to their important roles in numerous biological processes and their implications for health, these genes have undergone intensive research. Examining the SNPs in these genes can provide insight into how genetic variants affect individuals' responses to their environment, their likelihood of developing certain diseases, and their general state of health.
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- G Bonetti
- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, Italy
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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- ISB Ion Source & Biotechnologies srl, Italy, Bresso, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of SS. Cyril and Methodius, Trnava, Slovakia
- International Centre for Applied Research and Sustainable Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Biology, Institute of Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, Slovakia
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOSD Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy
- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy
- MAGISNAT, Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA, USA
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Marincola G, Velluti V, Voloudakis N, Gallucci P, Ciccoritti L, Greco F, Sessa L, Salvi G, Iaconelli A, Aquilanti B, Guidone C, Capristo E, Mingrone G, Pennestrì F, Raffaelli M. Medium-Term Nutritional and Metabolic Outcome of Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S). Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15030742. [PMID: 36771446 PMCID: PMC9921544 DOI: 10.3390/nu15030742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [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: 12/31/2022] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Single Anastomosis Duodenal-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S), like other hypoabsorptive procedures, could be burdened by long-term nutritional deficiencies such as malnutrition, anemia, hypocalcemia, and hyperparathyroidism. OBJECTIVES We aimed to report our experience in terms of mid-term (2 years) bariatric, nutritional, and metabolic results in patients who underwent SADI-S both as a primary or revisional procedure. METHODS One hundred twenty-one patients were scheduled for SADI-S as a primary or revisional procedure from July 2016 to February 2020 and completed at least 2 years of follow-up. Demographic features, bariatric, nutritional, and metabolic results were analyzed during a stepped follow-up at 3 months, 6 months, 1 year and 2 years. RESULTS Sixty-six patients (47 female and 19 male) were included. The median preoperative BMI was 53 (48-58) kg/m2. Comorbidities were reported in 48 (72.7%) patients. At 2 years, patients had a median BMI of 27 (27-31) kg/m2 (p < 0.001) with a median %EWL of 85.3% (72.1-96.1), a TWL of 75 (49-100) kg, and a %TWL of 50.9% (40.7-56.9). The complete remission rate was 87.5% for type 2 diabetes mellitus, 83.3% for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and 64.5% for hypertension. The main nutritional deficiencies post SADI-S were vitamin D (31.82%) and folic acid deficiencies (9.09%). CONCLUSION SADI-S could be considered as an efficient and safe procedure with regard to nutritional status, at least in mid-term (2 years) results. It represents a promising bariatric procedure because of the excellent metabolic and bariatric outcomes with acceptable nutritional deficiency rates. Nevertheless, larger studies with longer follow-ups are necessary to draw definitive conclusions.
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- Giuseppe Marincola
- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Centro di Ricerca in Chirurgia delle Ghiandole Endocrine e dell’Obesità, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- Centro di Ricerca in Chirurgia delle Ghiandole Endocrine e dell’Obesità, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Centro Malattie Endocrine e Obesità, Fondazione Gemelli Giglio Cefalù, 90015 Cefalù, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Centro di Ricerca in Chirurgia delle Ghiandole Endocrine e dell’Obesità, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. Medicina Bariatrica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Patologie dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
- U.O.C. Patologie dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
- U.O.C. Patologie dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Centro di Ricerca in Chirurgia delle Ghiandole Endocrine e dell’Obesità, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-06-30154199; Fax: +39-06-30156086
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- U.O.C. Chirurgia Endocrina e Metabolica, Centro Dipartimentale di Chirurgia Endocrina e dell’Obesità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Roma, Italy
- Centro di Ricerca in Chirurgia delle Ghiandole Endocrine e dell’Obesità, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Roma, Italy
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Michelini S, Herbst KL, Precone V, Manara E, Marceddu G, Dautaj A, Maltese PE, Paolacci S, Ceccarini MR, Beccari T, Sorrentino E, Aquilanti B, Velluti V, Matera G, Gagliardi L, Miggiano GAD, Bertelli M. A Multi-Gene Panel to Identify Lipedema-Predisposing Genetic Variants by a Next-Generation Sequencing Strategy. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12020268. [PMID: 35207755 PMCID: PMC8877075 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12020268] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Lipedema is a disabling disease characterized by symmetric enlargement of the lower and/or upper limbs due to deposits of subcutaneous fat, that is easily misdiagnosed. Lipedema can be primary or syndromic, and can be the main feature of phenotypically overlapping disorders. The aim of this study was to design a next-generation sequencing (NGS) panel to help in the diagnosis of lipedema by identifying genes specific for lipedema but also genes for overlapping diseases, and targets for tailored treatments. We developed an NGS gene panel consisting of 305 genes potentially associated with lipedema and putative overlapping diseases relevant to lipedema. The genomes of 162 Italian and American patients with lipedema were sequenced. Twenty-one deleterious variants, according to 3 out of 5 predictors, were detected in PLIN1, LIPE, ALDH18A1, PPARG, GHR, INSR, RYR1, NPC1, POMC, NR0B2, GCKR, PPARA in 17 patients. This extended NGS-based approach has identified a number of gene variants that may be important in the diagnosis of lipedema, that may affect the phenotypic presentation of lipedema or that may cause disorders that could be confused with lipedema. This tool may be important for the diagnosis and treatment of people with pathologic subcutaneous fat tissue accumulation.
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- Sandro Michelini
- Vascular Diagnostics and Rehabilitation Service, Marino Hospital, ASL Roma 6, 00047 Marino, Italy;
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- Department of Endocrinology and Research, Total Lipedema Care, Los Angeles, CA 90211, USA;
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- MAGI EUREGIO, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (V.P.); (G.M.); (E.S.); (M.B.)
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- MAGI’S LAB, 38068 Rovereto, Italy; (E.M.); (A.D.); (P.E.M.)
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- MAGI’S LAB, 38068 Rovereto, Italy; (E.M.); (A.D.); (P.E.M.)
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- MAGI’S LAB, 38068 Rovereto, Italy; (E.M.); (A.D.); (P.E.M.)
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, 06123 Perugia, Italy; (M.R.C.); (T.B.)
- C.I.B., Consorzio Interuniversitario per le Biotecnologie, 34148 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Perugia, 06123 Perugia, Italy; (M.R.C.); (T.B.)
- C.I.B., Consorzio Interuniversitario per le Biotecnologie, 34148 Trieste, Italy
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- MAGI EUREGIO, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (V.P.); (G.M.); (E.S.); (M.B.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (B.A.); (V.V.); (G.M.); (L.G.); (G.A.D.M.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (B.A.); (V.V.); (G.M.); (L.G.); (G.A.D.M.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (B.A.); (V.V.); (G.M.); (L.G.); (G.A.D.M.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (B.A.); (V.V.); (G.M.); (L.G.); (G.A.D.M.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (B.A.); (V.V.); (G.M.); (L.G.); (G.A.D.M.)
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- MAGI EUREGIO, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (V.P.); (G.M.); (E.S.); (M.B.)
- MAGI’S LAB, 38068 Rovereto, Italy; (E.M.); (A.D.); (P.E.M.)
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Michelini S, Amato B, Kenanoglu S, Veselenyiova D, Dautaj A, Kurti D, Baglivo M, Dundar M, Krajcovic J, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Gagliardi L, Basha SH, Bertelli M. RARE PECAM1 VARIANTS IN THREE FAMILIES WITH LYMPHEDEMA. Lymphology 2021. [DOI: 10.2458/lymph.4666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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PECAM1 is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily and is expressed in monocytes, neutrophils, macrophages and other types of immune cells as well as in endothelial cells. PECAM1 function is crucial for the development and maturation of B lymphocytes. The aim of this study was to link rare PECAM1 variants found in lymphedema patients with the development of lymphatic system malformations. Using NGS, we previously tested 246 Italian lymphedema patients for variants in 29 lymphedema-associated genes and obtained 235 negative results. We then tested these patients for variants in the PECAM1 gene. We found three probands with rare variants in PECAM1. All variants were heterozygous missense variants. In Family 1, the unaffected mother and brother of the proband were found to carry the same variant as the proband. Lymphoscintigraphy was performed to determine possible lymphatic malformations and showed that in both cases a bilateral slight reduction in the speed and lymphatic clearance of the lower limbs. PECAM1 function is important for lymphatic vasculature formation. We found variants in PECAM1 that may be associated with susceptibility to lymphedema.
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Michelini S, Amato B, Ricci M, Kenanoglu S, Veselenyiova D, Kurti D, Baglivo M, Manara E, Dundar M, Krajcovic J, Basha SH, Priya S, Serrani R, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Gagliardi L, Dautaj A, Bertelli M. Segregation Analysis of Rare NRP1 and NRP2 Variants in Families with Lymphedema. Genes (Basel) 2020; 11:genes11111361. [PMID: 33212964 PMCID: PMC7698471 DOI: 10.3390/genes11111361] [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] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2020] [Revised: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 11/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Neuropilins are transmembrane coreceptors expressed by endothelial cells and neurons. NRP1 and NRP2 bind a variety of ligands, by which they trigger cell signaling, and are important in the development of lymphatic valves and lymphatic capillaries, respectively. This study focuses on identifying rare variants in the NRP1 and NRP2 genes that could be linked to the development of lymphatic malformations in patients diagnosed with lymphedema. Two hundred and thirty-five Italian lymphedema patients, who tested negative for variants in known lymphedema genes, were screened for variants in NRP1 and NRP2. Two probands carried variants in NRP1 and four in NRP2. The variants of both genes segregated with lymphedema in familial cases. Although further functional and biochemical studies are needed to clarify their involvement with lymphedema and to associate NRP1 and NRP2 with lymphedema, we suggest that it is worthwhile also screening lymphedema patients for these two new candidate genes.
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- Sandro Michelini
- Department of Vascular Rehabilitation, San Giovanni Battista Hospital, 00148 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of General and Geriatric Surgery, University of Naples “Federico II”, 80138 Naples, Italy;
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- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria, 60126 Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona, Italy; (M.R.); (R.S.)
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri 38039, Turkey;
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, 91701 Trnava, Slovakia;
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
- MAGI-Balkan, Tirana 1019, Albania
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri 38039, Turkey;
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, 91701 Trnava, Slovakia;
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- Innovative Informatica Technologies, Hyderabad 500 049, India; (S.H.B.); (S.P.)
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- Innovative Informatica Technologies, Hyderabad 500 049, India; (S.H.B.); (S.P.)
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- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria, 60126 Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona, Italy; (M.R.); (R.S.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (G.A.D.M.); (B.A.); (G.M.); (V.V.); (L.G.)
- Centro di Ricerche in Nutrizione Umana, Università Cattolica Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (G.A.D.M.); (B.A.); (G.M.); (V.V.); (L.G.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (G.A.D.M.); (B.A.); (G.M.); (V.V.); (L.G.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (G.A.D.M.); (B.A.); (G.M.); (V.V.); (L.G.)
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (G.A.D.M.); (B.A.); (G.M.); (V.V.); (L.G.)
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- MAGI-Balkan, Tirana 1019, Albania
- EBTNA-Lab, 38068 Rovereto, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-046-420795
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- MAGI Euregio, 39100 Bolzano, Italy; (S.K.); (D.V.); (D.K.); (M.B.); (E.M.); (M.B.)
- EBTNA-Lab, 38068 Rovereto, Italy
- MAGI’s Lab, 38068 Rovereto, Italy
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Kiani AK, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Velluti V, Matera G, Gagliardi L, Bertelli M. Food supplements based on palmitoylethanolamide plus hydroxytyrosol from olive tree or Bacopa monnieri extracts for neurological diseases. Acta Biomed 2020; 91:e2020007. [PMID: 33170159 PMCID: PMC8023129 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v91i13-s.10582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
Abstract
Neurological disorders like Parkinson disease and Alzheimer disease, spinal cord injury and stroke have some recurrent characteristics such as abnormal protein aggregation, oxidative stress induction, apoptosis, excitotoxicity, perturbation of intracellular Ca2+ homeostasis and inflammation. To date, there are few effective treatments available and the drugs currently used to manage the symptoms have important side effects. Therefore, research studies are focusing on natural phytochemicals present in diet as bioactive molecules potentially useful against neurodegenerative diseases. In this review, we will discuss the neuroprotective role of palmitoylethanolamide, hydroxytyrosol, and Bacopa monnieri extracts against neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration, thereby revealing their remarkable potential as novel therapeutic options for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy; MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy; EBTNA-LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy.
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Naureen Z, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Velluti V, Matera G, Gagliardi L, Zulian A, Romanelli R, Bertelli M. Genetic test for the prescription of diets in support of physical activity. Acta Biomed 2020; 91:e2020011. [PMID: 33170161 PMCID: PMC8023120 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v91i13-s.10584] [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] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Owing to the fields of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics today we can think of devising approaches to optimize health, delay onset of diseases and reduce its severity according to our genetic blue print. However this requires a deep understanding of nutritional impact on expression of genes that may result in a specific phenotype. The extensive research and observational studies during last two decades reporting interactions between genes, diet and physical activity suggest a cross talk between various genetic and environmental factors and lifestyle interventions. Although considerable efforts have been made in unraveling the mechanisms of gene-diet interactions the scientific evidences behind developing commercial genetic tests for providing personalized nutrition recommendations are still scarce. In this scenario the current mini-review aims to provide useful insights into salient feature of nutrition based genetic research and its commercial application and the ethical issue and concerns related to its outcome.
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- Zakira Naureen
- Department of Biological Sciences and Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Nizwa, Nizwa, Oman.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
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- MAGI'S LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy; MAGI EUREGIO, Bolzano, Italy; EBTNA-LAB, Rovereto (TN), Italy.
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Ricci M, Serrani R, Amato B, Compagna R, Veselenyiova D, Kenanoglu S, Kurti D, Baglivo M, Krajcovic J, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Gagliardi L, Dundar M, Basha SH, Bertelli M. CYP26B1 AND ITS IMPLICATIONS IN LYMPHANGIOGENESIS: LITERATURE REVIEW AND STUDY OF RARE VARIANTS IN TWO FAMILIES. Lymphology 2020. [DOI: 10.2458/lymph.4648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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CYP26B1 is a member of the cytochrome P450 family and is responsible for the breakdown of retinoic acid for which appropriate levels are important for normal development of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. In a cohort of 235 patients with lymphatic malformations, we performed genetic testing for the CYP26B1 gene. These probands had previously tested negative for known lymphedema genes. We identified two heterozygous missense CYP26B1 variants in two patients. Our bioinformatic study suggested that alterations caused by these variants have no major effect on the overall stability of CYP26B1 protein structure. Balanced levels of retinoic acid maintained by CYP26B1 are crucial for the lymphatic system. We identified that CYP26B1 could be involved in predisposition for lymphedema. We propose that CYP26B1 be further explored as a new candidate gene for genetic testing of lymphedema patients.
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Michelini S, Amato B, Kenanoglu S, Veselenyiova D, Dautaj A, Kurti D, Baglivo M, Dundar M, Krajcovic J, Miggiano GA, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Gagliardi L, Basha SH, Bertelli M. Rare PECAM1 variants in three families with lymphedema. Lymphology 2020; 53:141-151. [PMID: 33350288] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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PECAM1 is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily and is expressed in monocytes, neutrophils, macrophages and other types of immune cells as well as in endothelial cells. PECAM1 function is crucial for the development and maturation of B lymphocytes. The aim of this study was to link rare PECAM1 variants found in lymphedema patients with the development of lymphatic system malformations. Using NGS, we previously tested 246 Italian lymphedema patients for variants in 29 lymphedema-associated genes and obtained 235 negative results. We then tested these patients for variants in the PECAM1 gene. We found three probands with rare variants in PECAM1. All variants were heterozygous missense variants. In Family 1, the unaffected mother and brother of the proband were found to carry the same variant as the proband. Lymphoscintigraphy was performed to determine possible lymphatic malformations and showed that in both cases a bilateral slight reduction in the speed and lymphatic clearance of the lower limbs. PECAM1 function is important for lymphatic vasculature formation. We found variants in PECAM1 that may be associated with susceptibility to lymphedema.
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- S Michelini
- Department of Vascular Rehabilitation, San Giovanni Battista Hospital, Rome
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University Federico II of Naples, Naples
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius In Trnava, Trnava, Slovakia
- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
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- MAGI-Balkan, Tirana, Albania
- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- MAGI-Balkan, Tirana, Albania
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- Innovative Informatica Technologies, Hyderabad, India
- EBTNA-Lab, Rovereto, TN; MAGI's Lab, Rovereto, TN, Italy
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius In Trnava, Trnava, Slovakia
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- Research Center in Human Nutrition, Sacro Cuore Catholic University, Rome
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Innovative Informatica Technologies, Hyderabad, India
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- EBTNA-Lab, Rovereto, TN, (headquarters), San Felice del Benaco, Italy
- MAGI's Lab, Rovereto, TN, (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco, Italy
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Ricci M, Serrani R, Amato B, Compagna R, Veselenyiova D, Kenanoglu S, Kurti D, Baglivo M, Krajcovic J, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Gagliardi L, Dundar M, Basha SH, Bertelli M. CYP26B1 and its implications in lymphangiogenesis: Literature review and study of rare variants in two families. Lymphology 2020; 53:20-28. [PMID: 32521127] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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CYP26B1 is a member of the cytochrome P450 family and is responsible for the break-down of retinoic acid for which appropriate levels are important for normal development of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. In a cohort of 235 patients with lymphatic malformations, we performed genetic testing for the CYP26B1 gene. These probands had previously tested negative for known lymphedema genes. We identified two heterozygous missense CY-P26B1 variants in two patients. Our bioinformatic study suggested that alterations caused by these variants have no major effect on the overall stability of CYP26B1 protein structure. Balanced levels of retinoic acid maintained by CYP26B1 are crucial for the lymphatic system. We identified that CYP26B1 could be involved in predisposition for lymphedema. We propose that CYP26B1 be further explored as a new candidate gene for genetic testing of lymphedema patients.
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- M Ricci
- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria, Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona, Italy
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- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria, Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona, Italy
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- Department of General and Geriatric Surgery, University of Naples "Federico II", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health (RC), University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius In Trnava, Trnava, Slovakia
- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius In Trnava, Trnava, Slovakia
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- Research Center in Human Nutrition (GADM), Sacro Cuore Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
- Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
- Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
- Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Nutrition, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
- Policlinico Universitario Foundation A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Innovative Informatica Technologies (SHB), Hyderabad, India
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- MAGI Euregio, Bolzano, BZ (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco (branch), Italy
- MAGI-Balkan, Tirana, Albania
- EBTNA-Lab, Rovereto, TN, (headquarters), San Felice del Benaco, Italy
- MAGI's Lab, Rovereto, TN, (headquarters); San Felice del Benaco, Italy
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Paolacci S, Pompucci G, Paolini B, Del Ciondolo I, Miggiano GAD, Aquilanti B, Scaramuzza A, Velluti V, Matera G, Gagliardi L, Bertelli M. Mendelian non-syndromic obesity. Acta Biomed 2019; 90:87-89. [PMID: 31577261 PMCID: PMC7233639 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v90i10-s.8766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Obesity is highly heritable and arises from the interplay of many genes and environmental factors. It can be defined as the result of prolonged imbalance between calorie intake and energy utilization. About 5% of cases of non-syndromic obesity are monogenic (Mendelian obesity). The amount of adipose tissue in the body is mainly regulated by leptin, a hormone produced by adipocytes, and Mendelian obesity is mainly caused by mutations that disrupt the leptin/melanocortin pathway. In this article, we summarize the genes involved in genetic obesity and the test we use for genetic analysis. (www.actabiomedica.it)
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Precone V, Barati S, Paolacci S, Salgarello M, Visconti G, Gentileschi S, Guerri G, Gagliardi L, Aquilanti B, Matera G, Velluti V, Miggiano GAD, Herbst KL, Bertelli M. Genetic syndromes with localized subcutaneous fat tissue accumulation. Acta Biomed 2019; 90:90-92. [PMID: 31577262 PMCID: PMC7233643 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v90i10-s.8767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Syndromes with localized accumulation of subcutaneous fatty tissue belong to a group of genetically and phenotypically heterogeneous disorders. These diseases may show some common signs, such as nodular fat, symmetrical fat masses, obesity, fatigue, lymphedema and symmetrical lipomas (painful or otherwise). Other symptoms may be specific for the different clinical entities, enabling correct differential diagnosis. Disorders belonging to this spectrum are lipedema, generalized diffuse or nodular forms of Dercum disease, localized nodular Dercum disease and multiple symmetric lipomatosis. Here we summarize the genes involved in syndromes with localized accumulation of subcutaneous fat and the test we use for genetic analysis. (www.actabiomedica.it)
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Krasi G, Bushati V, Precone V, Cortese B, Agostini F, Tezzele S, Baglivo M, Cecchin S, Aquilanti B, Velluti V, Matera G, Gagliardi L, Miggiano GAD, Bertelli M. Monogenic hyperlipidemias. Acta Biomed 2019; 90:47-49. [PMID: 31577253 PMCID: PMC7233650 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v90i10-s.8757] [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] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Monogenic hyperlipidemias are a group of inherited disorders characterized by elevated plasma concentrations of lipids and lipoproteins. High plasma concentrations of lipids are the most frequent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Monogenic hyperlipidemias are a minor cause with respect to multifactorial hyperlipidemias. Diagnosis is based on clinical findings and lipid panel measurements. Genetic testing is useful for confirming diagnosis and for differential diagnosis, recurrence risk calculation and prenatal diagnosis in families with a known mutation. Monogenic hyperlipidemias can have either autosomal dominant or recessive inheritance.
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- UOC Nutrizione Clinica, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy, Centro di Ricerche in Nutrizione Umana, Università Cattolica S. Cuore, Rome, Italy
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Tolusso B, Gigante MR, Alivernini S, Petricca L, Fedele AL, Di Mario C, Aquilanti B, Magurano MR, Ferraccioli G, Gremese E. Chemerin and PEDF Are Metaflammation-Related Biomarkers of Disease Activity and Obesity in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Front Med (Lausanne) 2018; 5:207. [PMID: 30123797 PMCID: PMC6085446 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2018.00207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [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: 04/26/2018] [Accepted: 07/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Objective: Obesity is a risk factor for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) being associated to low grade inflammation. This study aimed to determine whether PEDF and Chemerin are biomarkers of inflammation related to fat accumulation in RA and to investigate whether weight loss associates with clinical disease improvement through the modification of fat-related biomarkers in overweight/obese RA with low-moderate disease. Participants and Methods: Two-hundred and thirty RA patients were enrolled, of whom 176 at disease onset treated according to a treat-to-target strategy (T2T) and 54 overweight/obese RA in stable therapy and low-moderate disease activity. Gene expression of adipokines, interleukin-6 and their receptors were examined in adipose tissue from obese RA. Obese RA with low-moderate disease activity underwent low-calories diet aiming to Body Mass Index (BMI) reduction >5%, maintaining RA therapy unchanged. Chemerin, PEDF and Interleukin-6 plasma values were assessed by ELISA and disease activity was evaluated. Results: At RA onset, PEDF and Chemerin plasma values correlated with BMI (p < 0.001) but only Chemerin plasma values correlated with disease activity (p < 0.001). After adopting a T2T strategy, Chemerin arose as an independent factor associated with remission in early RA [OR(95%CIs):0.49(0.25–0.97)]. Moreover, after low-calories diet, RA with low-moderate disease activity reaching BMI reduction ≥5% (62.6%) at 6 months had significant decrease of PEDF (p < 0.05) and Chemerin (p < 0.05) plasma values, in parallel with the improvement in disease activity. Conclusions: PEDF and Chemerin arose as biomarkers of obesity and metaflammation respectively, providing a link between chronic inflammation and excess of body weight in RA. Therefore, BMI reduction of at least 5% in obese RA allowed better disease control without modifying RA treatment.
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- Barbara Tolusso
- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Service of Dietary and Human Nutrition, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Service of Psychology and Psychotherapy, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Rheumatology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Gigante M, Gremese E, Tolusso B, Fedele A, Canestri S, Aquilanti B, Di Mario C, Petricca L, Alivernini S, Ferraccioli G. FRI0021 Weight Loss in Obese Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Improves Disease Activity Without Modifying RA Treatment. Ann Rheum Dis 2015. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2015-eular.5731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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