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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Cascio Ingurgio R, Malagoli P, Amoruso F, Balato A, Bardazzi F, Brianti P, Brunasso G, Burlando M, Cagni AE, Caproni M, Carrera CG, Carugno A, Caudullo F, Cuccia A, Dapavo P, Di Brizzi EV, Dini V, Gaiani FM, Gisondi P, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Licata G, Loconsole F, Marzano AV, Megna M, Mercuri SR, Musumeci ML, Orsini D, Ribero S, Ruffo Di Calabria V, Satolli F, Strippoli D, Travaglini M, Trovato E, Venturini M, Zichichi L, Valenti M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. Comparative effectiveness of tildrakizumab 200 mg versus tildrakizumab 100 mg in psoriatic patients with high disease burden or above 90 kg of body weight: a 16-week multicenter retrospective study - IL PSO (Italian landscape psoriasis). J DERMATOL TREAT 2024; 35:2350760. [PMID: 38714323 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2024.2350760] [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: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/09/2024]
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PURPOSE Tildrakizumab is a selective inhibitor of IL-23 approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in two dosages. We conducted a 16-week multicenter retrospective study to compare the effectiveness and safety of tildrakizumab 200 mg versus tildrakizumab 100 mg in patients with a high disease burden or high body weight. MATERIALS AND METHODS Our retrospective study included 134 patients treated with tildrakizumab 200 mg and 364 patients treated with tildrakizumab 100 mg from 28 Italian Dermatology Units affected by moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. The patients had a body weight above 90 kg or a high disease burden (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index [PASI] ≥ 16 or the involvement of difficult-to-treat areas). We evaluated the effectiveness of tildrakizumab at the week-16 visit in terms of PASI90, PASI100 and absolute PASI ≤ 2. RESULTS After 16 weeks of treatment with tildrakizumab 200 mg, PASI90 was reached by 57.5% of patients and PASI100 by 39.6% of patients. At the same time point, 34.3% and 24.2% of patients treated with tildrakizumab 100 mg achieved PASI90 and PASI100, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Our data suggest that tildrakizumab 200 mg has better effectiveness than tildrakizumab 100 mg in patients with a body weight ≥ 90 kg and a high disease burden.
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- Luigi Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera di Cosenza, Cosenza, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology and Cosmetology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute (DISSAL), University of Genoa, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, Italy
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- Unità Operativa Dipartimentale di Dermatologia e Venereologia, IRCCS San Gerardo, Milan, Italy
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- Immunopathology and Rare Skin Diseases Unit, Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale Toscana Centro, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
- PhD Program in Molecular and Translational Medicine (DIMET), University of Milan-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, San Donato Hospital, Arezzo, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Department of Specialized Medicine, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- U.O.C. Dermatology Unit, "S. Antonio Abate" Hospital, Trapani, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology and Cosmetology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Dermatology, Dermatological Institute S. Gallicano, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Immunopathology and Rare Skin Diseases Unit, Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale Toscana Centro, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, ASST Lecco, Alessandro Manzoni Hospital, Lecco, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. dermatologica - centro per la cura della psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, Brindisi, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Medical, Surgical and Neurological Sciences, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- U.O.C. Dermatology Unit, "S. Antonio Abate" Hospital, Trapani, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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Spini A, Pellegrini G, Ingrasciotta Y, L'Abbate L, Bellitto C, Carollo M, Leoni O, Zanforlini M, Ancona D, Stella P, Cavazzana A, Scapin A, Lopes S, Belleudi V, Ledda S, Carta P, Rossi P, Ejlli L, Sapigni E, Puccini A, Spila Alegiani S, Massari M, Guarneri C, Gisondi P, Trifirò G. Switching pattern of biological drugs in patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis: insight from the VALORE database network. Expert Opin Biol Ther 2024:1-11. [PMID: 38767132 DOI: 10.1080/14712598.2024.2357381] [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: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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BACKGROUND Switch patterns among different biologics and from originators to biosimilars (and vice versa) can be complex in patients with psoriasis (PsO) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). OBJECTIVE To describe switching pattern of biological drugs in PsO/PsA patients and to explore predictors of multiple switches and switch-back. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS A large-scale retrospective cohort study was conducted using the Italian VALORE database. Bio-naïve users treated for PsO/PsA during 2010-2022 were included. Time to switch/swap and predictors of multiple switches and switch-back were analyzed. RESULTS 30,700 bio-naïve users were included. At 3 and 5 years of follow-up, patients with at least one switch/swap were 37.1% and 47.8%, respectively. The median time to first switch/swap was significantly shorter (p-value:<0.001) for TNF-α inhibitors (2,068 days) than anti-IL (2,780 days). At one year of follow-up patients starting with IL-23 switched/swapped biological therapy less frequently than those with anti-IL-12/23 and anti-IL-17 (4.9% vs. 8.7% and 9.4%, respectively). Patients starting with anti-IL-12/23 reported a significantly lower risk of multiple switches and switch-back (0.74, 95%CI: 0.67-0.83; 0.58, 95%CI:0.44-0.77, respectively) than those with TNF-α inhibitors. CONCLUSIONS Patients with PsO/PsA starting with TNF-α inhibitors switch/swap more rapidly and frequently than those with anti-IL, which are also associated with a reduced risk of multiple switches during follow-up.
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- Andrea Spini
- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Lombardy Regional Centre of Pharmacovigilance and Regional Epidemiologic Observatory, Milan, Italy
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- Centro Regionale Farmacovigilanza Regione Puglia
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Regional Health Service, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Epidemiology, Lazio Regional Health Service, Rome, Italy
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- Regione Autonoma della Sardegna, Cagliari, Italy
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- Friuli-Venezia Giulia Regional Center of Pharmacovigilance, Trieste, Italy
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- Friuli-Venezia Giulia Regional Center of Pharmacovigilance, Trieste, Italy
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- Emilia-Romagna Regional Center of Pharmacovigilance, Bologna, Italy
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- Emilia-Romagna Regional Center of Pharmacovigilance, Bologna, Italy
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- Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance Unit, National Centre for Drug Research and Evaluation, Italian National Institute of Health (ISS)
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- Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance Unit, National Centre for Drug Research and Evaluation, Italian National Institute of Health (ISS)
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- Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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Dapavo P, Burlando M, Guarneri C, Megna M, Narcisi A, Talamonti M, Gisondi P. Tildrakizumab: the value of a personalized and flexible approach for treating moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in patients with high body weight or high disease burden. Expert Opin Biol Ther 2024:1-6. [PMID: 38444107 DOI: 10.1080/14712598.2024.2325547] [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: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The introduction of biologics for the treatment of plaque psoriasis is one of the major therapeutic advances of the last decades in dermatology. The efficacy of this class of drugs can be influenced by multiple factors including obesity, being overweight, prior treatment failures, and disease severity. AREAS COVERED Most of the currently available approved biologics are limited by their lack of dosing flexibility for adapting the therapy to the complexity of real-world patients with psoriasis. Among the class of anti-interleukin-23, tildrakizumab allows a greater dosing flexibility, increasing clinical benefits of patients with high burden of the disease or body weight >90 kg. EXPERT OPINION This meta-opinion discusses the clinical data that were foundational for tildrakizumab dosage flexibility, elaborates on the definition of high burden of disease specifically linked to tildrakizumab dosage, and profiles the ideal patient that could benefit from treatment with the higher approved tildrakizumab dosage of 200 mg.
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- Paolo Dapavo
- Department of Medical Sciences, Section of Dermatology, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Clinica Dermatologica Ospedale Policlinico San Martino - IRCCS, Università di Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Rozzano, Italy
- Department of Biomedical sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology and Venereology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Malagoli P, Amoruso F, Argenziano G, Balato A, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dapavo P, Dini V, Franchi C, Gaiani FM, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Loconsole F, Marzano AV, Maurelli M, Megna M, Orsini D, Sampogna F, Travaglini M, Valenti M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. Effectiveness, Tolerability, and Drug Survival of Risankizumab in a Real-World Setting: A Three-Year Retrospective Multicenter Study-IL PSO (ITALIAN LANDSCAPE PSORIASIS). J Clin Med 2024; 13:495. [PMID: 38256629 PMCID: PMC10816779 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13020495] [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: 12/14/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Risankizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody that selectively inhibits interleukin-23. It has been approved for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and has shown efficacy and safety in clinical trials and real-world experiences. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness, safety, and drug survival of risankizumab in a real-life setting. MATERIALS AND METHODS We included patients treated with risankizumab from January 2019 to February 2023. A Psoriasis Area and Severity Index score (PASI) was collected at weeks 0, 16, 28, 52, 104, and 156, when available. The occurrence of any adverse events was recorded at each visit. RESULTS We enrolled 1047 patients. At week 52, a ≥90% improvement in PASI was observed in 81.44% of patients, with a continuous improvement throughout the study (88.99% and 99.07% at weeks 104 and 156, respectively). After three years of treatment, all patients involving the scalp, palms/soles, and genitalia and 95% of patients with nail psoriasis achieved a complete or almost complete skin clearance. No significant safety findings were observed, and 90.73% of the patients were still on treatment after 36 months. CONCLUSIONS This study supports the long-term effectiveness and safety of risankizumab in a real-world setting, even in patients involving difficult-to-treat areas.
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- Luigi Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (L.I.); (M.V.); (A.C.); (A.N.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (L.I.); (M.V.); (A.C.); (A.N.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, 20097 Milan, Italy; (P.M.); (F.M.G.)
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- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera di Cosenza, 87100 Cosenza, Italy;
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, 80138 Naples, Italy; (G.A.); (A.B.)
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, 80138 Naples, Italy; (G.A.); (A.B.)
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Policlinico S. Orsola Malpighi, 40138 Bologna, Italy;
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- Department of Dermatology, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute (DISSAL), University of Genoa, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, 16100 Genoa, Italy;
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy; (C.G.C.); (A.V.M.)
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, 20133 Milan, Italy;
- Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant’Ambrogio, 20157 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy;
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Ospedale Santa Chiara, 11 Via Roma 67, 56126 Pisa, Italy;
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- Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant’Ambrogio, 20157 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, 20097 Milan, Italy; (P.M.); (F.M.G.)
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Piazzale A. Stefani 1, 37126 Verona, Italy; (G.G.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Unit of Dermatology, University of Messina, AOU Policlinico G. Martino, Via Consolare Valeria 1, 98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Dermatological Clinic, Department of Specialized Medicine, University of Modena, Via del Pozzo 71, 41121 Modena, Italy;
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Bari, Piazza Umberto I, 1, 70121 Bari, Italy;
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy; (C.G.C.); (A.V.M.)
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Piazzale A. Stefani 1, 37126 Verona, Italy; (G.G.); (M.M.)
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- UOC Clinical Dermatology—Dermatological Institute S. Gallicano, IRCCS, 00167 Rome, Italy;
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Istituto Dermopatico dell’Immacolata (IDI), IRCCS, 00167 Rome, Italy;
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- U.O.S.D. Dermatologica—Centro per la Cura Della Psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, 72100 Brindisi, Italy;
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (L.I.); (M.V.); (A.C.); (A.N.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (L.I.); (M.V.); (A.C.); (A.N.)
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, 20089 Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, 20089 Milan, Italy; (L.I.); (M.V.); (A.C.); (A.N.)
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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Malagoli P, Balato A, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dapavo P, Dini V, Gaiani FM, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Loconsole F, Marzano AV, Megna M, Mercuri SR, Travaglini M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. Drug survival of IL-12/23, IL-17 and IL-23 inhibitors for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis: a retrospective multicenter real-world experience on 5932 treatment courses - IL PSO (Italian landscape psoriasis). Front Immunol 2024; 14:1341708. [PMID: 38274801 PMCID: PMC10808601 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1341708] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Introduction The development of several effective biological drugs for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis has dramatically changed the lives of patients. Despite the wide use of interleukin (IL) inhibitors, limited data are available to date regarding long-term treatment persistence. Method This multicenter retrospective real-world study evaluated 5932 treatment courses across 5300 patients, all treated with interleukin inhibitors. Drug survival was expressed by using the Kaplan-Meier estimator for each biological drug at 6, 12, 24, 36 and 48 months. We also stratified by discontinuation associated with primary or secondary ineffectiveness. Results In our study, the most prescribed drugs were secukinumab (1412), ixekizumab (1183), and risankizumab (977). After four years of follow-up, risankizumab emerged as the treatment with the highest drug survival overall, as 91.6% of patients were still on treatment. The overall probability of drug survival at four years was comparable for tildrakizumab (83.5%), ixekizumab (82.6%), guselkumab (82.4%) and brodalumab (81.8%). When evaluating only patients who discontinued the treatment because of ineffectiveness, once again risankizumab was the molecule with the highest drug survival at 4 years (93.4%), this time followed by ixekizumab (87%). Our study, in which all IL inhibitors were adequately represented, confirmed a slightly better treatment persistence for IL-23 inhibitors, consistent with other real-world studies. Conclusion Our experience showed that IL-23 inhibitors, and risankizumab in particular, had a higher probability of drug survival overall during a 4-year follow-up. Risankizumab and ixekizumab were less likely to be discontinued because of ineffectiveness after four years.
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- Luigi Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Policlinico S. Orsola-Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL), IRCCS San Martino University Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
- Dermatology and Cosmetology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Department of Specialized Medicine, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology and Cosmetology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Dermatology Unit, Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. Dermatologica - Centro per la Cura della Psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, Brindisi, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Malagoli P, Amoruso F, Argenziano G, Balato A, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dapavo P, Dini V, Fabbrocini G, Franchi C, Gaiani FM, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Loconsole F, Marzano AV, Maurelli M, Megna M, Orsini D, Sampogna F, Travaglini M, Valenti M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. A risankizumab super responder profile identified by long-term real-life observation-IL PSO (ITALIAN LANDSCAPE PSORIASIS). J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2024; 38:e113-e116. [PMID: 37611277 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.19464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- L Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera di Cosenza, Cosenza, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Policlinico S. Orsola Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute (DISSAL), University of Genoa, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical, and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
- Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Clinical Dermatology, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Unit of Dermatology, University of Messina, AOU Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Department of Specialized Medicine, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- UOC Clinical Dermatology - Dermatological Institute S. Gallicano, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata (IDI) IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. Dermatologica - Centro per la Cura Della Psoriasi, Brindisi, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
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Casella C, Guarneri C, Campanile M, Adhoute X, Gelera PP, Morandi R. Surgical treatment of tertiary hyperparathyroidism: does one fit for all? Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023; 14:1226917. [PMID: 38027172 PMCID: PMC10652876 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1226917] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Tertiary hyperparathyroidism (3HPT) is defined as a condition of excessive autonomous excretion of intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) with persistent hypercalcemia (>10.5 mg/dL) that lasts for more than 12 months after a successful kidney transplantation, in the context of a long course secondary hyperparathyroidism (2HPT). The chronic high levels of iPTH cause a worsening of graft function, accompanied by systemic symptoms of hypercalcemia. The only curative therapy is parathyroidectomy (PTX). It remains unclear whether total parathyroidectomy with autotransplantation (TPTX-AT) or subtotal parathyroidectomy (SPTX) lead to better outcomes. Aims The aim of this retrospective, single-institution cohort study is to evaluate the rate of persistent or recurrent disease and postoperative calcium/iPTH disturbances in patients treated with TPTX-AT or SPTX for 3HPT. Methods A single-center retrospective analysis of 3HPT patients submitted to TPTX-AT or SPTX between 2007-2020 with at least 24 months follow-up was conducted. The outcome parameters included persistence/recurrence of disease, incidence of transitory hypocalcemia, and temporary/permanent hypoparathyroidism. Results A cohort of 52 patients was analyzed and divided in two groups: 38 (73%) were submitted for TPTX-AT, and 14 patients (27%) were submitted for SPTX. The TPTX-AT population showed lower plasmatic calcium concentrations compared with the SPTX group during the entire follow-up period (p<0.001). There were eight cases (21%) of transitory hypocalcemia in the TPTX-AT group and none in the SPTX group, with p=0.065. Two cases (5%) of temporary hypoparathyroidism occurred in the TPTX-AT group and none in the SPTX group, with p= 0.530. There were no cases of permanent hypoparathyroidism and no cases of persistent disease. No statistical difference was assessed for the recurrence of 3HPT between the TPTX-AT group and the SPTX group (N=1, 3% vs N=1, 7%) (p=0.470). Conclusion No significative difference was registered between the TPTX-AT and SPTX groups in terms of persistence/recurrence of disease, incidence of transitory hypocalcemia, and temporary/permanent hypoparathyroidism. Mean calcium levels iPTH values were statistically lower among the TPTX-AT group compared with the SPTX group while remaining always in the range of normality.
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- Claudio Casella
- Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, Surgical Clinic, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Surgical Clinic, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive et Endocrinienne, Hôpital Saint Joseph, Marseille, France
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- Service d’Hépato-Gastro-Entérologie, Hôpital Saint Joseph, Marseille, France
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Surgical Clinic, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Surgical Clinic, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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Giuffrida R, Zanin Poletto G, Guarneri F, Conforti C, Guarneri C, Hofmann-Wellenhof R, Zalaudek I. Facial naevus count in the identification of patients at higher risk of melanoma. Br J Dermatol 2023; 189:626-628. [PMID: 37409645 DOI: 10.1093/bjd/ljad216] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Revised: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 08/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023]
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A high total body naevus count (TBNC) is a major risk factor for melanoma. The aim of our study was to investigate the correlation between the number of facial naevi and TBNC, and how the patient variables could influence this association. Our findings suggest that facial naevus count is a fast, easy and economical tool to identify individuals with a high TBNC and may be useful as screening method for physicians in all medical fields.
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- Roberta Giuffrida
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Trieste, Ospedale Maggiore, Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Trieste, Ospedale Maggiore, Trieste, Italy
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Durán CE, Riera-Arnau J, Abtahi S, Pajouheshnia R, Hoxhaj V, Gamba M, Alsina E, Martin-Perez M, Garcia-Poza P, Llorente-Garcia A, Gonzalez-Bermejo D, Ibánez L, Sabaté M, Vidal X, Ballarín E, Sanfélix-Gimeno G, Rodríguez-Bernal C, Peiró S, García-Sempere A, Sanchez-Saez F, Ientile V, Ingrasciotta Y, Guarneri C, Tanaglia M, Tari M, Herings R, Houben E, Swart-Polinder K, Holthuis E, Huerta C, Gini R, Roberto G, Bartolini C, Paoletti O, Limoncella G, Girardi A, Hyeraci G, Andersen M, Kristiansen SB, Hallgreen CE, Klungel O, Sturkenboom M. Impact of the 2018 revised Pregnancy Prevention Programme by the European Medicines Agency on the use of oral retinoids in females of childbearing age in Denmark, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain: an interrupted time series analysis. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1207976. [PMID: 37663263 PMCID: PMC10469888 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1207976] [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: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Background: In March 2018, the European pregnancy prevention programme for oral retinoids was updated as part of risk minimisation measures (RMM), emphasising their contraindication in pregnant women. Objective: To measure the impact of the 2018 revision of the RMMs in Europe by assessing the utilisation patterns of isotretinoin, alitretinoin and acitretin, contraceptive measures, pregnancy testing, discontinuation, and pregnancy occurrence concomitantly with a retinoid prescription. Methods: An interrupted time series (ITS) analysis to compare level and trend changes after the risk minimisation measures implementation was conducted on a cohort of females of childbearing age (12-55 years of age) from January 2010 to December 2020, derived from six electronic health data sources in four countries: Denmark, Netherlands, Spain, and Italy. Monthly utilisation figures (incidence rates [IR], prevalence rates [PR] and proportions) of oral retinoids were calculated, as well as discontinuation rates, contraception coverage, pregnancy testing, and rates of exposed pregnancies to oral retinoids, before and after the 2018 RMMs. Results: From 10,714,182 females of child-bearing age, 88,992 used an oral retinoid at any point during the study period (mean age 18.9-22.2 years old). We found non-significant level and trend changes in incidence or prevalence of retinoid use in females of child-bearing age after the 2018 RMMs. The reason of discontinuation was unknown in >95% of cases. Contraception use showed a significant increase trend in Spain; for other databases this information was limited. Pregnancy testing was hardly recorded thus was not possible to model ITS analyses. After the 2018 RMM, rates of pregnancy occurrence during retinoid use, and start of a retinoid during a pregnancy varied from 0.0 to 0.4, and from 0.2 to 0.8, respectively. Conclusion: This study shows a limited impact of the 2018 RMMs on oral retinoids utilisation patterns among females of child-bearing age in four European countries. Pregnancies still occur during retinoid use, and oral retinoids are still prescribed to pregnant women. Contraception and pregnancy testing information was limited in most databases. Regulators, policymakers, prescribers, and researchers must rethink implementation strategies to avoid any pregnancy becoming temporarily related to retinoid use.
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- Carlos E. Durán
- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vall Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Science, Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Science, Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Science, Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vall Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vall Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vall Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vall Hebron Institut de Recerca (VHIR), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, Spain
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- The Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region, Health Services Research Unit (FISABIO - HSRU), Valencia, Spain
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- The Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region, Health Services Research Unit (FISABIO - HSRU), Valencia, Spain
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- The Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region, Health Services Research Unit (FISABIO - HSRU), Valencia, Spain
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- The Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region, Health Services Research Unit (FISABIO - HSRU), Valencia, Spain
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- The Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of Valencia Region, Health Services Research Unit (FISABIO - HSRU), Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Section of Pharmacology, Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Section of Pharmacology, Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Public Health and Maternal and Child Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Agenzia Regionale di Sanità Della Toscana (ARS), Florence, Italy
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- Agenzia Regionale di Sanità Della Toscana (ARS), Florence, Italy
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- Agenzia Regionale di Sanità Della Toscana (ARS), Florence, Italy
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- Agenzia Regionale di Sanità Della Toscana (ARS), Florence, Italy
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- Agenzia Regionale di Sanità Della Toscana (ARS), Florence, Italy
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- Pharmacovigilance Research Center, Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Pharmacovigilance Research Center, Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Copenhagen Centre for Regulatory Science, Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology, Faculty of Science, Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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Macca L, Li Pomi F, Ingrasciotta Y, Morrone P, Trifirò G, Guarneri C. Hidradenitis suppurativa and psoriasis: the odd couple. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1208817. [PMID: 37484864 PMCID: PMC10360127 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1208817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023] Open
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Psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa are chronic inflammatory skin diseases that can develop together, negatively impacting on the patient's quality of life. We aimed to review the most up-to-date information regarding the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation and possible therapeutical choices in patients with both psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa, thus linking these two autoimmune and autoinflammatory conditions. A narrative review of articles dating from 2017 to 2022 has been performed using the PubMed database. We analyzed the case reports and case series found in the literature regarding patients who suffered from both psoriasis and HS. Psoriasis arose before hidradenitis suppurativa in the majority of cases, while only a minority of them had hidradenitis suppurativa before psoriasis. Interestingly, some patients suffered from paradoxical hidradenitis suppurativa following biological therapy administered to treat the already present psoriasis. Lastly, new biological drugs have been marketed with great success for the outcome of psoriasis, but similar progress did not happen for hidradenitis. Novel therapeutic approaches and lines of research are needed for the treatment of these pathologies, even if concomitant, in order to improve patient's quality of life.
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- Laura Macca
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Mariano Santo Hospital, Cosenza, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Malagoli P, Amoruso F, Argenziano G, Balato A, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dapavo P, Dini V, Fabbrocini G, Franchi C, Gaiani FM, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Loconsole F, Marzano AV, Megna M, Sampogna F, Travaglini M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. Brodalumab for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in a real-life setting: a 3 years multicenter retrospective study-IL PSO (Italian landscape psoriasis). Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1196966. [PMID: 37469659 PMCID: PMC10352451 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1196966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [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: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Introduction Brodalumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets the subunit A of the interleukin-17A receptor (IL17RA), inhibiting the signaling of various isoforms of the IL-17 family. It has been approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis after being evaluated in three Phase-3 trials. However, long-term data on brodalumab in a real-life setting are still limited. Methods The aim of this study was to evaluate the long-term effectiveness and safety of brodalumab in psoriasis. We also assessed the drug survival of brodalumab in a 3 years timespan. We conducted a retrospective multicenter study on 606 patients followed up at 14 Italian dermatology units, all treated with brodalumab according to Italian guidelines. Patients' demographics and disease characteristics were retrieved from electronic databases. At baseline and weeks 12, 24, 52, 104 and 156, we evaluated the psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) score and investigated for adverse events. The proportions of patients reaching 75, 90 and 100% (PASI 75, PASI 90 and PASI 100, respectively) improvement in PASI, compared with baseline, were also recorded. Results At week 12, 63.53% of the patients reached PASI 90 and 49.17% PASI 100. After 3 years of treatment, 65.22% of patients maintained a complete skin clearance, and 91.30% had an absolute PASI of 2 or less. Patients naïve to biological therapies had better clinical responses at weeks 12, 24 and 52. However, after 2 years of treatment, no significant differences were observed. Body mass index did not interfere with the effectiveness of brodalumab throughout the study. No new safety findings were recorded. After 36 months, 85.64% of our patients were still on treatment with brodalumab. Conclusion Our data confirm the effectiveness and the safety of brodalumab in the largest real-life cohort to date, up to 156 weeks.
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- Luigi Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Dermatology, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera di Cosenza, Cosenza, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, University of Campania L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Policlinico S. Orsola Malpighi, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute (DISSAL), University of Genoa, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical, and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgical, and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Dermatology, Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, AOU Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Specialized Medicine, Dermatological Clinic, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Istituto Dermopatico dell’Immacolata (IDI) IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. dermatologica—centro per la cura della psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, Brindisi, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
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Toffoli L, Dianzani C, Bonin S, Guarneri C, Guarneri F, Giuffrida R, Zalaudek I, Conforti C. Actinic Keratoses: A Prospective Pilot Study on a Novel Formulation of 4% 5-Fluorouracil Cream and a Review of Other Current Topical Treatment Options. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:cancers15112956. [PMID: 37296918 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15112956] [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: 02/11/2023] [Revised: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Actinic keratosis (AK) is one of the most common skin diseases, with a low risk of progression into invasive squamous cell carcinoma. We aim to assess efficacy and safety of a novel formulation of 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) 4% with once daily application for the treatment of multiple AKs. METHODS A pilot study was performed on 30 patients with a clinical and dermoscopic diagnosis of multiple AKs, enrolled between September 2021 and May 2022 at the Dermatology Departments of two Italian hospitals. Patients were treated with 5-FU 4% cream once daily for 30 consecutive days. The Actinic Keratosis Area and Severity Index (AKASI) was calculated before starting therapy, and at each follow-up, to assess objective clinical response. RESULTS The cohort analyzed included 14 (47%) males and 16 (53%) females (mean age: 71 ± 12 years). A significant decrease in AKASI score at both 6 and 12 weeks (p < 0.0001) was observed. Only three patients (10%) discontinued therapy, and 13 patients (43%) did not report any adverse reactions; no unexpected adverse events were observed. CONCLUSIONS In the setting of topical chemotherapy and immunotherapy, the new formulation of 5-FU 4% proved to be a highly effective treatment for AKs and field cancerization.
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- Ludovica Toffoli
- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34125 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Plastic Surgery Unit, Section of Dermatology, University Campus Biomedico of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical Science, Cattinara Hospital, University of Trieste, 34149 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, 98124 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Dermatology, University of Messina, 98124 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Dermatology, University of Messina, 98124 Messina, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34125 Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34125 Trieste, Italy
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Fargnoli MC, Bardazzi F, Bianchi L, Dapavo P, Fabbrocini G, Gisondi P, Micali G, Offidani AM, Pellacani G, Skroza N, Angileri RG, Burlando M, Campanati A, Carrera CG, Chiricozzi A, Conti A, Simone CD, Di Lernia V, Errichetti E, Galluzzo M, Guarneri C, Lasagni C, Lembo S, Loconsole F, Megna M, Musumeci ML, Prignano F, Richetta AG, Trovato E, Venturini M, Peris K, Pinton PC. Brodalumab for the Treatment of Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis: An Expert Delphi Consensus Statement. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12103545. [PMID: 37240650 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12103545] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Brodalumab is a recombinant, fully human immunoglobulin IgG2 monoclonal antibody specifically targeted against interleukin-17RA that has been approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis in Europe. We developed a Delphi consensus document focused on brodalumab for the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis. Based on published literature and their clinical experience a steering committee drafted 17 statements covering 7 domains specific to the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis with brodalumab. A panel of 32 Italian dermatologists indicated their level of agreement using a 5-point Likert scale (from 1 = "strongly disagree" to 5 = "strongly agree") using an online modified Delphi method. After the first round of voting (32 participants), positive consensus was reached for 15/17 (88.2%) of the proposed statements. Following a face-to-face virtual meeting, the steering committee decided that 5 statements would form "main principles" and 10 statements formed the final list. After a second round of voting, consensus was reached in 4/5 (80%) of the main principles and 8/10 (80%) for consensus statements. The final list of 5 main principles and 10 consensus statements identify key indications specific to the use of brodalumab in the treatment of moderate-to-severe psoriasis in Italy. These statements aid dermatologists in the management of patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis.
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- Maria Concetta Fargnoli
- Department of Biotechnological and Applied Clinical Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100 L'Aquila, Italy
- Dermatology Unit, Ospedale San Salvatore, 67100 L'Aquila, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Policlinico S. Orsola Malpighi, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy
- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria "Policlinico Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin, 10124 Turin, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical, Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology and Venereology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, 37129 Verona, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Catania, 95123 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Dermatology Unit, Polytechnic Marche University, 60121 Ancona, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic, Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiologic and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza Medical School, Sapienza University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit "D. Innocenzi", Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Sapienza University of Rome-Polo Pontino, 04100 Latina, Italy
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- Clinica Dermatologica, DissaL, Ospedale Policlinico San Martino-IRCCS, 16132 Genova, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Dermatology Clinic, Polytechnic Marche University, 60121 Ancona, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
- UOC di Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli-IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatologic Unit, Department of Surgery, Infermi Hospital, AUSL Romagna, 47923 Rimini, Italy
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- Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
- UOC di Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli-IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Arcispedale S. Maria Nuova, Azienda USL-IRCCS di Reggio Emilia, 42122 Reggio Emilia, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale (ASU FC), University of Udine, 33100 Udine, Italy
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- Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy
- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria "Policlinico Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, 98122 Messina, Italy
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- Clinica Dermatologica, Dipartimento delle Medicine Specialistiche AOU Policlinico di Modena, 41121 Modena, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana", University of Salerno, 84084 Fisciano, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70121 Bari, Italy
- Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Consorziale Policlinico di Bari, 70124 Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical, Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Section of Dermatology, University of Florence, 50125 Florence, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties, Sapienza University of Rome, 00185 Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical, Surgical and Neurological Science, S. Maria alle Scotte Hospital, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, University of Brescia, 25121 Brescia, Italy
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- Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
- UOC di Dermatologia, Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli-IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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Dastoli S, Passante M, Loconsole F, Mortato E, Balato A, Piccolo V, Guarneri C, Macca L, Provenzano E, Valenti G, D'Amico D, Micali G, Musumeci ML, Palazzo G, Foti C, Romita P, Fabbrocini G, Megna M, Bennardo L, Patruno C. Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Secukinumab in Real Life: a 240 Weeks Multicenter Study from Southern Italy. J DERMATOL TREAT 2023; 34:2200868. [PMID: 37026590 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2023.2200868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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Background Long-term real-life data on secukinumab use in psoriasis are limited.Objectives Determine the long-term effectiveness of secukinumab in moderate-to-severe psoriasis in real-life.Methods Multicenter retrospective study analyzing data from adult patients treated with secukinumab for at least 192 weeks and up to 240 weeks in Southern Italy, between 2016 and 2021. Clinical data, including concurrent comorbidities and prior treatments were collected. Effectiveness was assessed by Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), Body Surface Area (BSA), Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) scores at the initiation of secukinumab and at weeks 4, 12, 24, 48, 96, 144, 192, and 240.Results 275 patients (174 males), mean age 50.80 ± 14.78 years, were included; 29.8% had an uncommon localization, 24.4% psoriatic arthritis, 71.6% comorbidities. PASI, BSA, and DLQI improved significantly from week 4, and continued to improve over time. Between week 24 and 240, PASI score was mild (≤10) in 97-100% of patients, 83-93% had mild affected BSA (BSA ≤3), and 62-90% reported no effect of psoriasis on their quality of life (DLQI 0-1). Only 2.6% of patients reported adverse events and no patient discontinued the treatment during the study period.Conclusions Secukinumab effectiveness in the long-term treatment of psoriasis is confirmed in real-world.
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- Stefano Dastoli
- Department of Health Sciences, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Clinical Dermatology, AOU Policlinico Consorziale Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical, Dental Sciences and Morphological Imaging (BIOMORF), University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Ospedale Distrettuale di Tinchi Pisticci, Azienda Sanitaria di Matera, Matera, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Unit of Dermatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Unit of Dermatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology - Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology - Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy
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Romita P, Maronese CA, DE Marco A, Balestri R, Belloni Fortina A, Brazzelli V, Colonna C, DI Lernia V, El Hachem M, Fabbrocini G, Foti C, Frasin LA, Guarneri C, Guerriero C, Guida S, Locatelli A, Neri I, Occella C, Offidani A, Oranges T, Pellacani G, Stinco G, Stingeni L, Barbagallo T, Campanati A, Cannavò SP, Caroppo F, Cavalli R, Costantini A, Cucchia R, Diociaiuti A, Filippeschi C, Francomano M, Giancristoforo S, Giuffrida R, Martina E, Monzani NA, Nappa P, Pastorino C, Patrizi A, Peccerillo F, Peris K, Recalcati S, Rizzoli L, Simonetti O, Vastarella M, Virdi A, Marzano AV, Bonamonte D. COVID 19-associated chilblain-like acral lesions among children and adolescents: an Italian retrospective, multicenter study. Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2023; 158:117-123. [PMID: 37153946 DOI: 10.23736/s2784-8671.23.07539-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, great interest has been given to this disease, especially to its possible clinical presentations. Besides classical respiratory symptoms, dermatological manifestations occur quite often among infected and non-infected patients, particularly in children. A prominent IFN-I response, that is generally higher in children compared to adults, may not only cause chilblain lesions, but it could also prevent infection and viral replication, thus justifying the negative swab results, as well as the absence of relevant systemic symptoms in positive cases. Indeed, reports have emerged describing chilblain-like acral lesions in children and adolescents with either proven or suspected infection. METHODS Patients aged from 1 to 18 years old were enrolled in this study from 23 Italian dermatological units and were observed for an overall period of 6 months. Clinical pictures were collected along with data on the location and duration of skin lesions, their association with concomitant local and systemic symptoms, presence of nail and/or mucosal involvement, as well as histological, laboratory and imaging findings. RESULTS One hundred thirty-seven patients were included, of whom 56.9% were females. Mean age was 11.97±3.66 years. The most commonly affected sites were the feet (77 patients, 56.2%). Lesions (48.5%) featured cyanosis, chilblains, blisters, ecchymosis, bullae, erythema, edema, and papules. Concomitant skin manifestations included maculo-papular rashes (30%), unspecified rashes (25%), vesicular rashes (20%), erythema multiforme (10%), urticaria (10%) and erythema with desquamation (5%). Forty-one patients (29.9%) reported pruritus as the main symptom associated with chilblains, and 56 out of 137 patients also reported systemic symptoms such as respiratory symptoms (33.9%), fever (28%), intestinal (27%), headache (5.5%), asthenia (3.5%), and joint pain (2%). Associated comorbid conditions were observed in 9 patients presenting with skin lesions. Nasopharyngeal swabs turned out positive in 11 patients (8%), whereas the remainder were either negative (101, 73%) or unspecified (25, 18%). CONCLUSIONS COVID-19 has been credited as the etiology of the recent increase in acro-ischemic lesions. The present study provides a description of pediatric cutaneous manifestations deemed to be potentially associated with COVID-19, revealing a possible association between acral cyanosis and nasopharyngeal swab positivity in children and teenagers. The identification and characterization of newly recognized patterns of skin involvement may aid physicians in diagnosing cases of asymptomatic or pauci-symptomatic COVID patients.
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- Paolo Romita
- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Jonian Area, University of Bari, Bari, Italy -
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- Unit of Dermatology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Jonian Area, University of Bari, Bari, Italy -
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- Unit of Pediatric Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, Fondazione Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Arcispedale Santa Maria Nuova, Azienda USL-IRCCS, Reggio Emilia, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology and Genodermatosis, Division of Genetics and Rare Diseases Research, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy -
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Jonian Area, University of Bari, Bari, Italy -
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- Unit of Dermatology, ASTT Lecco, Alessandro Manzoni Hospital, Lecco, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Surgical, Medical, Dental and Morphological Sciences with Interest in Transplant, Oncological and Regenerative Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, IRCSS Policlinico di S. Orsola, Bologna, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Giannina Gaslini Institute, Genoa, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Pediatrics, Meyer Children's University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Institute of Dermatology, University of Udine, Udine, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, ASTT Lecco, Alessandro Manzoni Hospital, Lecco, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Polytechnic Marche University, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Pediatric Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology and Genodermatosis, Division of Genetics and Rare Diseases Research, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Pediatrics, Meyer Children's University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Surgical, Medical, Dental and Morphological Sciences with Interest in Transplant, Oncological and Regenerative Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology and Genodermatosis, Division of Genetics and Rare Diseases Research, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Polytechnic Marche University, Ancona, Italy
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- Unit of Neonatal Intensive Care, Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, IRCCS Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, IRCSS Policlinico di S. Orsola, Bologna, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Surgical, Medical, Dental and Morphological Sciences with Interest in Transplant, Oncological and Regenerative Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Dermatology, Santa Chiara Hospital, Trento, Italy
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- Dermatological Clinic, Polytechnic Marche University, Ancona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, IRCSS Policlinico di S. Orsola, Bologna, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Jonian Area, University of Bari, Bari, Italy -
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Di Bartolomeo L, Ceravolo I, Borgia F, Vaccaro F, Guarneri C, Vaccaro M. Treatment of erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: our experience and review of unconventional topical drugs. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2023; 27:1023-1026. [PMID: 36808348 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202302_31197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp (EPDS) is a rare inflammatory disorder of elderly individuals, characterized by relapsing pustular and eroded lesions of the scalp, which may lead to scarring alopecia. Treatment is challenging and classically based on topical and/or oral corticosteroids. CASE REPORT From 2008 to 2022, we treated fifteen cases of EPDS. We used mainly topical and systemic steroids with good results. Nevertheless, several non-steroidal topical drugs have been described in literature for the treatment of EPDS. We have carried out a brief review of these treatments. CONCLUSIONS Topical calcineurin inhibitors represent a valuable alternative to steroids to avoid skin atrophy. Emerging evidence about other topical treatments, such as calcipotriol, dapsone, zinc oxide, together with photodynamic therapy, are evaluated in our review.
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- L Di Bartolomeo
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
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Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Malagoli P, Angileri RG, Bardazzi F, Bernardini N, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Chiricozzi A, Dapavo P, Dini V, Fabbrocini G, Gaiani FM, Galluzzo M, Giofré C, Guarneri C, Loconsole F, Malara G, Marcelli L, Megna M, Piaserico S, Talamonti M, Costanzo A, Narcisi A. Real-life effectiveness and safety of guselkumab in patients with psoriasis who have an inadequate response to ustekinumab: A 104-week multicenter retrospective study - IL PSO (ITALIAN LANDSCAPE PSORIASIS). J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2023; 37:1017-1027. [PMID: 36695061 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Guselkumab is a fully human monoclonal antibody that binds selectively to the p19 subunit of interleukin-23, which has shown efficacy in patients with previous incomplete response to ustekinumab in the NAVIGATE clinical trial. [Correction added on [28-02-2023], after first online publication: 'humanized monoclonal antibody' has been changed to 'fully human monoclonal antibody' in the preceding sentence.] OBJECTIVES: We conducted a 104-week multicenter retrospective study to assess the effectiveness and safety of guselkumab in patients affected by plaque psoriasis with an inadequate response to ustekinumab in a real-life setting. METHODS Our retrospective study included 233 adults affected by moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, enrolled in 14 different Italian centres, and treated with guselkumab after failing therapy with ustekinumab. Patient characteristics and PASI (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index) score at each visit (baseline, weeks 16, 52 and 104) were recorded. The percentages of patients achieving 75%, 90% and 100% (PASI 75, PASI 90 and PASI 100) improvement in PASI, compared with baseline, were registered. RESULTS At week 52, PASI 75 was reached by 89.88% of patients, PASI 90 by 71.43%, PASI 100 by 58.83% and absolute PASI ≤2 by 90.48%. At week 104, similar effectiveness results were observed. Compared to the NAVIGATE trial, we observed higher rates of PASI 75/90/100. Patients with the involvement of difficult-to-treat areas were significantly less likely to achieve PASI90 and PASI100 at week 16. Obese patients had significantly lower rates of PASI75 and PASI ≤2 at week 52. At week 104, comparable responses were observed among all patients' subgroups, regardless of BMI status, involvement of difficult-to-treat areas, presence of cardiometabolic comorbidities and concomitant psoriatic arthritis. No significant safety findings were reported throughout the study. CONCLUSION Our data suggest that the efficacy of guselkumab in patients with inadequate response to ustekinumab for plaque psoriasis in 'real-life' clinical practice is comparable with NAVIGATE study with higher percentages of patients achieving PASI90 and PASI100 at weeks 16, 52 and 104.
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- Luigi Gargiulo
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Specialistic, Diagnostic and Experimental Medicine, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit "Daniele Innocenzi", Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Bio-Technologies, Sapienza University of Rome, Fiorini Hospital, Terracina, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL), IRCCS San Martino University Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Fondazione Cà Granda IRCCS Maggiore Policlinico Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatologia, Dipartimento Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Dermatologia, Dipartimento Universitario di Medicina e Chirurgia Traslazionale, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- UOC of Dermatology, Great Metropolitan Hospital "BMM", Reggio Calabria, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Medicine, University of Padova, Padua, Italy
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- Dermatology, Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano, Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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Toffoli L, Bazzacco G, Conforti C, Guarneri C, Giuffrida R, Zelin E, di Meo N, Zalaudek I. Pilomatrix Carcinoma: Report of Two Cases of the Head and Review of the Literature. Curr Oncol 2023; 30:1426-1438. [PMID: 36826070 PMCID: PMC9955132 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol30020109] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Pilomatrix carcinoma (PC) is a rare skin tumor arising from hair follicle matrix cells. It is locally aggressive with a high rate of local recurrence after surgical excision. Few cases in the literature have been described and the management is not well defined. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to present two cases of PC located on the head and review the relevant literature about epidemiology, clinical and dermoscopic evaluation, characteristics of local and distant metastases, local recurrence rate and management of this rare skin tumor. METHODS We consulted databases from PubMed, Research Gate and Google Scholar, from January 2012 to November 2022. We reviewed the literature and reported two additional cases. RESULTS We selected 52 tumors in middle-aged to older patients located mostly on the head. Dermoscopy evaluation was rarely performed in the pre-operative diagnostic setting. The most definitive treatment was wide local excision, but local recurrences were common. In total, we observed 11 cases of recurrences and 9 patients with locoregional or distant metastases. Four patients received adjuvant radiotherapy, two patients needed chemotherapy and local cancer therapy and one patient received radiochemotherapy. CONCLUSION Our reports and the review of the literature can provide a better awareness and management of this rare tumor.
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- Ludovica Toffoli
- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
- Correspondence: (G.B.); (R.G.)
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, 98124 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Dermatology, University of Messina, 98124 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: (G.B.); (R.G.)
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Clinic of Trieste, Maggiore Hospital, University of Trieste, 34100 Trieste, Italy
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Narcisi A, Valenti M, Gargiulo L, Ibba L, Amoruso F, Argenziano G, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dapavo P, Dini V, Franchi C, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Loconsole F, Sampogna F, Travaglini M, Malagoli P, Costanzo A. Real-life effectiveness of tildrakizumab in chronic plaque psoriasis: A 52-week multicentre retrospective study-IL PSO (Italian landscape psoriasis). J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2023; 37:93-103. [PMID: 36156312 PMCID: PMC10092064 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Tildrakizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody that binds selectively the p19 subunit of interleukin-23. It is approved for treatment of moderate-severe chronic plaque psoriasis. OBJECTIVES We conducted a 52-week retrospective study to assess the effectiveness and safety of tildrakizumab in a real-life setting. METHODS Our retrospective study included 237 consecutive adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, enrolled in 10 different Italian centres, treated with tildrakizumab up to Week 52. Patient characteristics, comorbidities, previous treatments and the PASI (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index) score at each visit (baseline, Week 16, Week 28 and Week 52) were retrieved from the electronic medical records. The percentages of patients achieving 75%, 90% and 100% (PASI 75, PASI 90 and PASI 100) improvement in PASI with respect to baseline PASI were registered. RESULTS At Week 52, 90.91%, 73.55% and 58.68% of patients achieved a PASI reduction ≥75% (PASI 75), PASI 90 and PASI 100, respectively. An absolute PASI ≤ 2 was reached by 85.95% at Week 52. Compared with Phase 3 clinical trials, we observed similar rates of PASI 75/90 responses and higher percentages of patients achieving PASI 100. Patients who had not responded to previous biologic treatments and patients with cardio-metabolic comorbidities were significantly more likely to achieve PASI 100 at Week 28 and PASI 90 at Week 52. The higher body mass index did not interfere with the odds of reaching PASI 75/90/100 at each time point. No significant safety findings were recorded throughout the study, and none of the patients had to interrupt the treatment because of adverse events. CONCLUSION Our data suggest that the efficacy of tildrakizumab for plaque psoriasis in 'real-life' clinical practice is comparable with Phase 3 clinical trials with higher percentages of patients achieving complete skin clearance (PASI 100) at Weeks 16, 28 and 52.
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- Alessandra Narcisi
- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (MI), Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (MI), Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (MI), Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (MI), Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera di Cosenza, Cosenza, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, 'Luigi Vanvitelli' University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Specialistic, Diagnostic and Experimental Medicine, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL), IRCCS San Martino University Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Clinical Dermatology, I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Ospedale Santa Chiara, Pisa, Italy
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- Clinical Dermatology, I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. dermatologica - centro per la cura della psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, Brindisi, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (MI), Italy.,Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Italy
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Macca L, Di Bartolomeo L, Guarneri C. Cobblestone-like Skin. Dermatol Pract Concept 2022; 12:e2022200. [PMID: 36534516 PMCID: PMC9681216 DOI: 10.5826/dpc.1204a200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023] Open
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- Laura Macca
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Macca L, Moscatt V, Ceccarelli M, Ingrasciotta Y, Nunnari G, Guarneri C. Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Patients with HIV: A Scoping Review. Biomedicines 2022; 10:2761. [PMID: 36359281 PMCID: PMC9687577 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10112761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 07/25/2023] Open
Abstract
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, debilitating skin disease of the apocrine glands. Bibliographic search revealed few studies concerning the association between HS and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). To assess this link, we performed a systematic review of the current knowledge through a careful analysis of the relevant and authoritative medical literature in the field. Results showed that people with HIV are particularly susceptible to developing HS with the characteristic involvement of atypical sites, such as face or thighs, due to HIV-related immunosuppression. Based on the pathogenesis of both conditions and according to our review, we suggest that HIV screening should be routinely performed in suspected cases while monitoring and integrated approach in management are mandatory in the management of HIV-positive patients with HS.
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- Laura Macca
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria 1, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Italy C/O ARNAS “Garibaldi”, “Nesima” Hospital, Via Palermo 636, 95122 Catania, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Italy C/O ARNAS “Garibaldi”, “Nesima” Hospital, Via Palermo 636, 95122 Catania, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, 37134 Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria 1, 98124 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria 1, 98125 Messina, Italy
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Alteri A, Reschini M, Guarneri C, Bandini V, Bertapelle G, Papaleo E, Paffoni A, Viganò P, Somigliana E. The effect of laser assisted hatching on vitrified-warmed blastocysts: a multicentric randomized controlled trial. Reprod Biomed Online 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2022.08.003] [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: 11/24/2022]
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Alibrandi A, Merlino L, Guarneri C, Ingrasciotta Y, Zirilli A. Non-Motherhood between Obligation and Choice: Statistical Analysis Based on Permutation Tests of Spontaneous and Induced Abortion Rates in the Italian Context. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10081514. [PMID: 36011171 PMCID: PMC9408515 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10081514] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Revised: 08/06/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
(1) Background: This paper aims to examine two relevant phenomena in the context of public health: spontaneous abortion (SA) and induced abortion (IA). SA is one of the most common complications of pregnancies; IA is a conscious choice that is made by the mother/couple. (2) Methods: Permutation tests were applied to SA and IA standardized rates detected by ISTAT (2016–2020). The NPC test, chosen for its optimal properties, was applied to compare different Italian territorial divisions (stratifying for year and age classes of women) and analyze the trend of years by stochastic ordering. (3) Results: Only for SA, there are significant differences among the three territorial divisions: the South records higher SA standardized rates than the North and the Center; the rates of IA are similar. Relating to distinct women age classes, the SA standardized rates do not show significant differences among the three analyzed geographical areas; different results are highlighted for IA. Stochastic ordering shows that only the IA standardized rates are characterized by a significant monotonous decreasing trend over the years. (4) Conclusion: The SA phenomenon has shown a decreasing trend that could be justified by the progress of science. For IA, we can certainly say that the general decrease in the phenomenon is due to the greater use of contraceptive methods that help to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
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- Angela Alibrandi
- Department of Economics, University of Messina, 98122 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-090-676-8025
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental and Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental and Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Economics, University of Messina, 98122 Messina, Italy
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Ciaffaglione M, Reschini M, Guarneri C, Sanzani E, Cecchele A, Cucè V, Posa A, Balli M, Mangiarini A, Pinna M, Viganò P, Pisaturo V, Restelli L. P-212 Impact of post-thaw blastocyst culture time prior to transfer on live birth rate in frozen-thawed embryo transfer cycles: a retrospective observational study. Hum Reprod 2022. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deac107.205] [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: 11/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Abstract
Study question
Does post-thaw blastocyst culture time prior to transfer influence the live birth rate in frozen-thawed embryo transfer cycles?
Summary answer
Our study revealed that different culture times of frozen-thawed blastocysts prior to transfer does not influence live birth rate.
What is known already
Several studies demonstrated a significantly increased clinical pregnancy rate after a frozen-thawed embryo transfer (FET) compared to a fresh embryo transfer (ET). FET reduces the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome without facing adverse effects of supraphysiological hormonal levels over endometrial receptivity. However, little is known on the effect of post-thaw embryo culture duration prior to transfer on live birth rate in FET cycles. Recent findings described an improved blastocyst morphological grade after a 20-22h post-thaw culture. Of note, the overnight culture of non-ideal morphology thawed blastocysts prior to transfer resulted in an enhanced live birth rate.
Study design, size, duration
We compared the live birth rate of patients undergoing FET after a short blastocyst culture time (2-4h) prior to transfer to that of patients in whom thawed blastocysts were transferred after a long embryo culture time (20-22h). Frozen-thawed transfers of blastocysts vitrified at Day 5 and subsequently thawed were evaluated. Only transfers of single blastocyst were included.
Participants/materials, setting, methods
The study was conducted at the Infertility Center – Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan. We included couples with indications for IVF cycles who underwent frozen-thawed blastocyst transfer procedure on the following natural cycles for freeze-all strategy or to transfer supernumerary embryos from 2014-2021. Data were analyzed using SPSS Statistics software. We evaluated statistically significant differences using various tests including Fisher's test, chi-squared test and Wilcoxon's test.
Main results and the role of chance
A total of 2012 frozen-thawed cycles were included in the analysis; in 977 of them, blastocysts were transferred after a 2-4h post-thaw period and in 1035, blastocysts were transferred after a 20-22h post thaw culture period. The age of the women was comparable (35.4 ± 4.2 and 35.3 ± 4.1; p = 0.5, respectively in the short and long culture period). According to statistical analysis, no significant difference in pregnancy outcomes was found between the two groups. Live birth rate was respectively 40% and 42% ( p = 0.2) in the short and long post-thaw blastocyst culture period prior to transfer.
Limitations, reasons for caution
Our study was limited by the retrospective nature and was performed in a single fertility center. Moreover, only blastocysts vitrified on day 5 were evaluated and findings might not be generalized to day 6 and 7 blastocysts.
Wider implications of the findings
These findings might be useful in the context of the organization of the laboratory workflow. Indeed, the possibility to thaw blastocysts on the day before transfer may represent an advantage in order to avoid an overload of the laboratory procedures during very busy days.
Trial registration number
28_2022
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- M Ciaffaglione
- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Procreazione Medicalmente Assistita , Milan, Italy
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Reschini M, Cristina M, Guarneri C, Filippi F, Somigliana E, Boeri L, Vigano' P. P-438 Fertility outcomes in male cancer recipients of hematopoietic cell transplantation who stored their semen for fertility preservation. Hum Reprod 2022. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deac107.413] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Abstract
Study question
What are the prevalence estimates of post-hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) natural conceptions or after ART using stored semen?
Summary answer
Natural live birth rate following HCT can be estimated at 9% (95%CI:4-22%) but can be increased to 58% (95%CI:43-72%) with the use of frozen semen.
What is known already
With the improvements and expanding indications of HCT, the number of adult male cancer survivors who received HCT is increasing. These men face the risk of treatment-induced infertility and are generally recommended to store their semen prior to embark in HCT. However, information on long term usage and on effectiveness of frozen sperm samples in this specific population is not well defined.
Study design, size, duration
All male cancer recipients of autologous or allogeneic transplantation who cryopreserved semen between 1987 and 2016 in the biobank of the Assisted Reproductive Technology Unit of the Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico in Milan were considered. Information was obtained from patients’ charts or through active investigation. The main studied topics included results from semen analyses, attempt to parenthood, use of stored spermatozoa and both natural and Assisted Reproductive Technique (ART) mediated conceptions.
Participants/materials, setting, methods
The study is restricted to men who met the following eligibility criteria: i) semen cryopreserved for fertility preservation between 1987 and 2016; ii) post-banking follow-up documenting HCT iii) survival of at least 5 years from HCT.
Main results and the role of chance
One-hundred and two HCT survivors were selected. The median [IQR] age at sperm banking was 29 [23-34]. About half of subjects had autologous HCT (n = 50), the remaining 52 received allogenic HCT. Lymphomas were the most frequent indications. The median spermatozoa concentration at the time storage was 39 [7-85] millions/ml. Fifty-four (53%) men performed a post-treatment sperm analysis and azoospermia was documented in 45 of them (83%, 95%CI: 71-91%). The remaining nine showed viable spermatozoa, of whom six had severe oligospermia (concentration <1 million/mL). The other three had semen concentration >5 Millions/ml, compatible with a natural conception. Overall, based on semen analyses, one could infer the necessity to use ART in 51 out of 54 subjects, corresponding to 94% (95%CI: 85-98%). Forty-three of the 102 included men (42%) sought childbearing. Four had a natural live birth (9%, 95%CI: 4-22%). Thirty-three used their cryopreserved sperm samples, corresponding to 32% (95%CI: 24-42%) of the whole cohort. Twenty-one of these 33 men had at least one live birth (64%, 95%CI: 47-78%). Finally, six men seeking pregnancy and who did not conceive have not used their frozen semen. Overall, 25 out of 43 men interested in fatherhood had a live birth (58%, 95%CI: 43-72%).
Limitations, reasons for caution
Limitation of our study is missing detailed information on status of illness and comorbidities (in particular the frequency of Graft-versus host disease) and lack precise information on the myeloablative regimen used. Furthermore, our sample size is not very large and therefore the 95%CI of the reported proportions are wide.
Wider implications of the findings
Autologous or allogeneic HCT induces infertility in a very high percentage of patients. These findings support the need to prioritize sperm preservation before HCT also in cancer patients who are not candidate for HCT at first instance but who may need this treatment for failure of first line treatments.
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- M Reschini
- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Infertility Unit , Milano, Italy
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- Università degli Studi di Milano, Dept of Clinical Sciences and Community Health , Milano, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Infertility Unit , Milano, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Infertility Unit , Milano, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Infertility Unit , Milano, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Urology Unit , Milano, Italy
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- Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda - Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Infertility Unit , Milano, Italy
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Scala E, Kaczmarczyk R, Zink A, Balato A, Amerio P, Argenziano G, Babino G, Bardazzi F, Bianchi L, Caldarola G, Campanati A, Chiricozzi A, Conti A, Damiani G, Dapavo P, De Simone C, Esposito M, Fabbrocini G, Fargnoli MC, Ferrara F, Fidanza R, Gualdi G, Guarneri C, Hansel K, Malagoli P, Malara G, Megna M, Micali G, Mugheddu C, Musumeci ML, Odorici G, Offidani A, Papaianni V, Pescitelli L, Prignano F, Raimondo A, Ribero S, Rongioletti F, Stingeni L, Trifirò C, Zanframundo S. Sociodemographic, clinical and therapeutic factors as predictors of life quality impairment in psoriasis: a cross‐sectional study in Italy. Dermatol Ther 2022; 35:e15622. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.15622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Revised: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Emanuele Scala
- Division of Dermatology and Venereology, Department of Medicine Solna, and Center for Molecular Medicine Karolinska Institutet Stockholm Sweden
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- Technical University of Munich, School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and Allergy Munich Germany
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- Technical University of Munich, School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and Allergy Munich Germany
- Dermatology and Venerology Unit, Department of Medicine Solna Karolinska University Hospital Stockholm Sweden
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- Dermatology Unit University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” Naples Italy
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Macca L, Motolese A, Taibi R, Guarneri C. The unexpected regression of melanocytic naevi. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2022; 26:4159-4160. [PMID: 35776013 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202206_29051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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- L Macca
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
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Macca L, Manuella L, Taibi R, Guarneri C. Acrokeratosis of Bazex as a sign of thyroid cancer: first description and review of thyroid-associated paraneoplastic dermatoses. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2022; 26:4367-4370. [PMID: 35776037 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202206_29075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Bazex syndrome is a rare paraneoplastic skin disorder of unknown pathogenesis. Cutaneous findings are usually noticed before the diagnosis of the underlying malignancy, more frequently squamous cell carcinomas of the upper aerodigestive tract or metastasis to cervical lymph nodes. Association with other malignancies has been reported. CASE REPORT Herein, we describe a case in course of metastatic papillary thyroid carcinoma and review the relevant literature. RESULTS A bibliographic search was conducted and a total of 8 studies concerning the association were reviewed. CONCLUSIONS Physicians be aware of unexpected cutaneous conditions as a possible sign of underlying tumors.
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- L Macca
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. "Gaetano Martino", Messina, Italy.
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Malagoli P, Dapavo P, Pavia G, Amoruso F, Argenziano G, Bardazzi F, Burlando M, Carrera CG, Damiani G, Dini V, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Loconsole F, Narcisi A, Sampogna F, Travaglini M, Costanzo A. Real life long-term efficacy and safety of ixekizumab in moderate-to-severe psoriasis: a 192 weeks multicentric retrospective study - IL PSO (ITALIAN LANDSCAPE PSORIASIS). Dermatol Ther 2022; 35:e15608. [PMID: 35638250 DOI: 10.1111/dth.15608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [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: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Psoriasis is one of the commonest inflammatory skin diseases determining a very high impact on patients' quality of life and daily activities and relationships. Several biologic therapies have been approved through the years for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, and efficacy and safety profile have been analyzed in clinical trials. Ixekizumab is an immunoglobulin G subclass 4 monoclonal antibody that selectively targets and binds IL-17A with high specificity and affinity. Inhibiting IL-17A activity, ixekizumab reduces and turns down levels of inflammation, resulting in the clinical improvement of the disease. Long term efficacy and safety profile of ixekizumab have been investigated and reported in the UNCOVER trials, but in literature there are only few studies based on real life experience. We present the efficacy and safety profile of ixekizumab in a cohort of 779 patients affected by moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and treated with ixekizumab in 11 italian dermatology hospitals, with a follow-up of care until 192 weeks. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- Piergiorgio Malagoli
- Department of Dermatology, Dermatology Unit Azienda Ospedaliera San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, Second Dermatologic Clinic, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University -, via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, 20089 Pieve Emanuele (MI), Italy.,Dermatology Unit, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089, Rozzano, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, 'Luigi Vanvitelli' University School of Medicine, Naples, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Specialistic, Diagnostic and Experimental Medicine, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL), IRCCS San Martino University Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Fondazione Cà Granda IRCCS Maggiore Policlinico Hospital, Via della Commenda, 10, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Clinical Dermatology, I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine Ospedale Santa Chiara, 11 Via Roma 67, 56126, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Verona, Piazzale A. Stefani 1, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Piazza Pugliatti 1, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Bari, Piazza Umberto I, 1, Bari, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089, Rozzano, Italy
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- U.O.S.D. dermatologica - centro per la cura della psoriasi, Ospedale Perrino, Brindisi, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University -, via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, 20089 Pieve Emanuele (MI), Italy.,Dermatology Unit, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089, Rozzano, Italy
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Di Lernia V, Macca L, Peterle L, Ingrasciotta Y, Trifirò G, Guarneri C. Efficacy of Systemic Biologic Drugs in Pediatric Psoriasis: Evidence From Five Selected Randomized Clinical Trials. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:847308. [PMID: 35450044 PMCID: PMC9017712 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.847308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background: Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin disease that may occur at any age. Prevalence in children ranges between 0.5 and 1.0% across Europe. Approximately 10–20% of paediatric psoriasis patients are moderate-to-severe in severity and may require the use of systemic therapy. Objective: Recently, newer targeted, systemic therapies have been licensed for treatment of moderate-to-severe paediatric psoriasis. The objective of this study was to evaluate the short-term efficacy of available antipsoriatic systemic drugs in children with a narrative synthesis of key efficacy from randomized clinical trials. Methods: A systematic review of literature was performed on Medline and embase databases and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. Randomized clinical trials investigating the efficacy of treatments licensed by the US Food and Drug Administration and/or the European Medicines Agency for paediatric and adolescent psoriatic population were retrieved and analyzed. Data from this literature review was assessed in line with GRADE (grading of recommendations, assessment, development and evaluations). The short-term (12-16 weeks) clinical efficacy from baseline was evaluated according to the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) 75 and 90 compared to baseline. Illustrative comparative risks, relative risk (RR) and the number needed to treat (NNT) for response on PASI 75 and PASI 90 were extracted. Results: A total of five relevant studies were identified on two TNF-alpha blockers (etanercept and adalimumab), the IL12/23 inhibitor ustekinumab and two IL-17 inhibitors (ixekizumab, secukinumab). Comparators were placebo (3 studies), placebo and etanercept (1 study) methotrexate (1 study). All examined drugs resulted efficacious. The probability to achieve PASI 75 and PASI 90 was higher for the IL-12/23 and IL-17 inhibitors. Overall, the anti-IL17s and the anti-IL12/23 antibodies showed a more favourable NNT for PASI 75, whereas IL-17 inhibitors for PASI 90. Conclusion: The approved biological therapies may be beneficial for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in children and adolescents. Since psoriasis is a chronic and often challenging condition with no definitive solution, systematic evaluations of long-term efficacy, drug survival and adverse effects may help careful, individualized, patient-centered clinical decision making.
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- Vito Di Lernia
- Dermatology Unit, Arcispedale S. Maria Nuova, Azienda USL-IRCCS di Reggio Emilia, Reggio Emilia, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-functional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, Section of Pharmacology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Megna M, Patruno C, Bongiorno MR, Gambardella A, Guarneri C, Foti C, Lembo S, Loconsole F, Fabbrocini G. Lack of reactivation of tuberculosis in patients with psoriasis treated with secukinumab in a real-world setting of latent tuberculosis infection. J DERMATOL TREAT 2022; 33:2629-2633. [PMID: 35385362 DOI: 10.1080/09546634.2022.2062280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Some biologics for psoriasis, especially anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α therapies, may re-activate latent tuberculosis (TBC) infection with consequent morbidity and mortality. However, there is a low reported incidence of conversion to positive TBC status among patients with psoriasis treated with second-generation biologic therapies, particularly anti-interleukin (IL)-17 therapies such as secukinumab. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the safety profile of secukinumab in psoriasis patients with latent TBC infection. METHODS Real-life data were collected by retrospective chart review on patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis who showed positivity for TBC screening at baseline and underwent secukinumab treatment for psoriasis at six Italian centers. Patients received secukinumab 300 mg at week 0/1/2/3/4, then every 4 weeks. RESULTS Fifty-nine patients were enrolled; 30.5% also had psoriatic arthritis and other comorbidities were common. At baseline, the mean psoriasis duration was 14.5 years. Ten (17%) patients did not undergo prophylaxis before starting secukinumab. Conversely, isoniazid ± rifampicin or rifampicin alone prophylaxis was administered in 49/59 (83.1%) patients. After a mean treatment duration of 84 weeks, there were no cases of TBC reactivation and no unexpected safety signals. CONCLUSIONS Secukinumab use over an extended period was safe in psoriasis patients with latent TBC, even in patients who did not receive chemoprophylaxis.
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- Matteo Megna
- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties "G. D'Alessandro" (PROMISE). University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging (BIOMORF), Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Section of Dermatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, "Scuola Medica Salernitana" University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Section of Dermatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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Gisondi P, Fargnoli MC, Amerio P, Argenziano G, Bardazzi F, Bianchi L, Chiricozzi A, Conti A, Corazza M, Costanzo A, Dapavo P, DE Simone C, Fabbrocini G, Feliciani C, Foti C, Girolomoni G, Guarneri C, Marzano AV, Micali G, Offidani A, Parodi A, Pellacani G, Piaserico S, Prignano F, Romanelli M, Rongioletti F, Rubegni P, Stinco G, Stingeni L, Tomasini CF, Venturini M, Peris K, Calzavara-Pinton P. Italian adaptation of EuroGuiDerm guideline on the systemic treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis. Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2022; 157:1-78. [PMID: 35262308 DOI: 10.23736/s2784-8671.21.07132-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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SIDeMaST (Società Italiana di Dermatologia Medica, Chirurgica, Estetica e delle Malattie Sessualmente Trasmesse) contributed to the development of the present guideline on the systemic treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis. With the permission of EuroGuiDerm, SIDeMaST adapted the guideline to the Italian healthcare context to supply a reliable and affordable tool to Italian physicians who take care of patients affected by moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. The content of the guideline includes general information on the scope and purpose, health questions covered, target users and strength/limitations of the guideline, suggestions for disease severity grading and treatment goals. It presents the general treatment recommendations as well as detailed management and monitoring recommendations for the individual drugs including acitretin, cyclosporine, fumarates, methotrexate, adalimumab, apremilast, brodalumab, certolizumab pegol, etanercept, guselkumab, infliximab, ixekizumab, risankizumab, secukinumab, tildrakizumab and ustekinumab. Moreover, the guideline provides guidance for specific clinical situations such as patient with concomitant psoriatic arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, a history of malignancies, a history of depression, diabetes, viral hepatitis, disease affecting the heart or the kidneys as well as concomitant neurological disease. Advice on how to screen for tuberculosis and recommendations on how to manage patients with a positive tuberculosis test result are given. It further covers treatment for pregnant women or those with childbearing potential. Information on vaccination, immunogenicity and systemic treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic is also provided.
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- Paolo Gisondi
- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy -
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biotechnological and Applied Clinical Science, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Aging Science, G. D'Annunzio University, Chieti, Italy
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.,Division of Dermatology, University Hospital of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Fondazione Policlinico Tor Vergata - PTV, Tor Vergata University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Specialized Medicine, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Rozzano, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University Hospital G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Marche Polytechnic University, Ancona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Oncology, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical, Surgical and Neurological Science, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Udine, Udine, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic, and Pediatric Sciences, Foundation IRCCS Polyclinic San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Translational Medicine and Surgery, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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Falsaperla R, Lo Bianco M, Giugno A, Lena G, Sciuto L, Spata F, Guarneri C, Pavone P, Ruggieri M. Neonatal ischemic limb lesions: From etiology to topical nitroglycerine. A case series analysis. Dermatol Ther 2022; 35:e15426. [PMID: 35261118 PMCID: PMC9286834 DOI: 10.1111/dth.15426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2021] [Revised: 02/06/2022] [Accepted: 03/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Although rare, ischemic lesions in neonates may occur in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) secondary to routine procedures and/or medicaments. We present double-center case series, reporting three preterm neonates with ischemic lesions following cardiac arrest and radial blood sampling. The overall outcome after treatment with 2% nitroglycerine (NTG) ointment showed optimal results with no adverse events. The most frequent causes responsible for the onset of such lesions are peripheral arterial catheterization procedures and dopamine extravasation. Our series describe the cardiac arrest as an underestimated cause of onset. Despite the optimal results emerging from the treatment of such lesions with NTG ointment, both in our experience and in the scientific literature, a defined protocol for its use in NICUs is not currently available, hence the need for further studies.
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- Raffaele Falsaperla
- General Pediatrics and Pediatric Acute and Emergency Unit, Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco" University Hospital, University of Catania, Catania, Italy.,Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Policlinico "G. Rodolico-San Marco" University Hospital, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Post Graduate Programme in Paediatrics, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Post Graduate Programme in Paediatrics, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Post Graduate Programme in Paediatrics, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Post Graduate Programme in Paediatrics, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, "Giovanni Paolo II" Hospital, Ragusa, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, A.O.U.P. "Gaetano Martino", University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Pediatrics and Child Neuropsychiatry, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Unit of Rare Diseases of the Nervous System in Childhood, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Pediatrics and Child Neuropsychiatry, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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Motolese A, Ceccarelli M, Macca L, Li Pomi F, Ingrasciotta Y, Nunnari G, Guarneri C. Novel Therapeutic Approaches to Psoriasis and Risk of Infectious Disease. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10020228. [PMID: 35203438 PMCID: PMC8869084 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10020228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [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: 01/02/2022] [Revised: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated skin and joint disease, with a plethora of comorbidities, characterized by a certain genetic predisposition, and a complex pathogenesis based on the IL-23/IL-17 pathway. There is no doubt that the patients affected by psoriasis are more susceptible to infections as well as that the risk of infection is higher in psoriatic subjects than in the general population. The advent of biotechnological agents on the therapeutic arsenal actually available for the treatment of moderate-to-severe patients, given the fact that the severity of the disease is a predictor of the level of infectious risk, has raised the question of whether these ‘new’ drugs could be considered a safer option and how they can be used in selected cases. Old and newer strategies in cases of chronic infectious conditions are reviewed under the light of clinical trials and other studies present in literature.
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- Alfonso Motolese
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy; (A.M.); (L.M.); (F.L.P.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Unit of Infectious Diseases, University of Catania, Catania, Italy C/O ARNAS “Garibaldi”, “Nesima” Hospital, via Palermo 636, 95122 Catania, Italy;
- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Unit of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy; (A.M.); (L.M.); (F.L.P.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy; (A.M.); (L.M.); (F.L.P.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Unit of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98124 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy C/O A.O.U.P. “Gaetano Martino”, via Consolare Valeria, 1, 98125 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-090-2212-894; Fax: +39-09-029-27691
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Casale M, Licordari R, Imbalzano E, Borgia F, Guarneri C, Parisi F, Demurtas E, De Fazio MG, Correale M, Dattilo G. Cardiac and Vascular Impairment in Patients with Mild Psoriasis: A Longitudinal Study. Curr Vasc Pharmacol 2021; 20:1-2. [PMID: 34736383 DOI: 10.2174/1570161119666211104092206] [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] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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- Matteo Casale
- Operative Unit of ICCU and Cardiology, Hospital "S. Maria della Misericordia", ASUR Marche Area Vasta 1, Urbino. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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- Operative Unit of Cardiology, University Hospital "Policlinico Riuniti", Foggia,. Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina. Italy
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Li Pomi F, Macca L, Motolese A, Ingrasciotta Y, Berretta M, Guarneri C. Neoplastic Implications in Patients Suffering from Hidradenitis Suppurativa under Systemic Treatments. Biomedicines 2021; 9:biomedicines9111594. [PMID: 34829823 PMCID: PMC8615387 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines9111594] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, recurrent, inflammatory skin disease of the apocrine glands. It typically involves the axillary, submammary, genital, inguinal, perineal, and perianal regions. The development of abscesses, sinus tracts, and scars can lead to pain, scarring, disfigurement and decreased quality of life. HS is associated with a wide range of comorbidities. Several studies of co-occurrence of HS and nonmelanoma skin cancer suggest a causal relationship. In an attempt to assess the link between HS and cancer, we performed a systematic review of the current scientific knowledge through a PubMed-based literature search. Results show that HS could be associated with an overall risk of cancer and numerous specific cancers such as: nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), hematologic malignancies, and metastatic cancer. Among NMSC, squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is considered the most common complication arising in long-standing HS. Based on our review, we suggest that cautious surveillance and active intervention may be warranted in patients with HS. Moreover, an age-appropriate cancer screening should be offered to all patients, especially those who developed HS later in their life or in long-standing moderate to severe HS with multiple comorbidities.
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- Federica Li Pomi
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy; (F.L.P.); (L.M.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, 1-98125 Messina, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0902212894; Fax: +39-0902927691
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Di Bartolomeo L, Macca L, Motolese A, Guarneri C, Guarneri F. Ulcerative necrobiosis lipoidica: case report of an atypical presentation and literature review. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2021; 25:6047-6050. [PMID: 34661264 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202110_26882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Necrobiosis lipoidica (NL) is a rare chronic granulomatous degenerative skin disease by unknown causes, which is mostly associated with diabetes mellitus, usually presenting with typical plaques of the shins. Although less common, some ulcerative forms may be seen in clinical practice. The occurrence of an atypical presentation in one of our patients was the occasion to review the pertinent literature.
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- L Di Bartolomeo
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
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Guarneri C. Reply Letter - Cupping therapy: a final therapeutic step in Persian medicine. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2021; 25:5329. [PMID: 34533788 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202109_26639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- C Guarneri
- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-Functional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
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Fiorica F, Ciancio G, Giuliani J, Bonetti A, Berretta M, Guarneri C, Giorgi C, Furini F, Guerra V, Govoni M. Radiotherapy in cancer and rheumathoid arthritis patients: cancer treatment or control of articular flares? We can achieve both. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2021; 25:1548-1556. [PMID: 33629324 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202102_24863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The study was aimed to investigate the role of radiotherapy (RT) as a risk factor for reactivation or worsening of symptoms in patients affected by rheumatoid arthritis (RA) PATIENTS AND METHODS: This is a single-center retrospective observational study on RA patients who developed cancer requiring RT during the course of the disease. The control group consisted of RA patients with cancer who did not undergo RT. In both groups, the disease activity was evaluated at baseline and at 6 and 12 months through the DAS28 index. A relapse was defined as an increase of >20% in DAS28. A radiotherapist evaluated total and daily doses and timing of radiation. Acute and late toxicity was defined as events occurring within 90 days from the start and more than 90 days after the completion of RT, respectively. RESULTS Seventy-two RA patients (38F/34M; mean age: 70±9 years; mean disease duration: 13±9 years), 29 (40.2%) of whom received radiotherapy (mean age 72.9±9 years), were enrolled. The most frequent malignancies were breast (27.2%), thyroid (9.8%), and skin (7%). Between radio-treated and non-radio-treated patients, no significant differences in RA reactivation (6/29 vs. 17/43; p=0.12) or mean exacerbation time (6.7 ± 4.9 months compared to 6.4 ± 4.1 months; p=0.78) were found. Overall, RT was well tolerated with low rates of both acute and late toxicity. CONCLUSIONS In RA patients, RT was well tolerated and not associated with an increased risk of articular flares. Properly designed prospective clinical studies with a larger number of patients should be performed to confirm these data.
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- F Fiorica
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Sant'Anna University Hospital, Ferrara, Italy.
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Quaquarini E, Saltalamacchia G, Tresoldi MM, Schmid M, Villani L, Bernardo A, Guarneri C, Camerota TC. Primary melanoma of the bladder: a case report and review of the literature. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2021; 25:5122-5128. [PMID: 34486686 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202108_26523] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Primary bladder melanomas are rare and aggressive neoplasms. We herein described a new case and performed a review of the literature. PATIENTS AND METHODS We present the case of a 81-year-old woman with a primary mucosal melanoma of the bladder after a history of acral melanoma (KRAS mutated) and lentigo maligna of the forehead. Using PubMed, we found that in literature 38 cases were described. RESULTS In our patients, during a transurethral resection (TURBT), two bladder lesions were detected. The histologic exam revealed a malignant melanoma, Mib1/ki67: 10-12%, PDL1 <1%. No BRAF, NRAS or KRAS mutations were detected. She subsequently underwent a transurethral revision of the trigone and a partial cystectomy of the dome with bilateral pelvic lymph node dissection. Microscopical findings showed a residual 5 mm non-muscle-invasive melanoma of the bladder, with negativity of the surgical margins and of the 17 pelvic lymph nodes. No adjuvant treatment was proposed. To date the patient is disease-free. CONCLUSIONS Primary bladder melanoma carries a poor prognosis and poses a therapeutic challenge to clinicians who manage patients with this rare condition. In our experience the multidisciplinary approach for the diagnosis and management of this rare cancer is mandatory.
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- E Quaquarini
- Medical Oncology Unit, ICS Maugeri-IRCCS SpA SB, Pavia, Italy.
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Venanzi Rullo E, Maimone MG, Fiorica F, Ceccarelli M, Guarneri C, Berretta M, Nunnari G. Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer in People Living With HIV: From Epidemiology to Clinical Management. Front Oncol 2021; 11:689789. [PMID: 34422644 PMCID: PMC8371466 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.689789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Skin cancers represent the most common human tumors with a worldwide increasing incidence. They can be divided into melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSCs). NMSCs include mainly squamous cell (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC) with the latest representing the 80% of the diagnosed NMSCs. The pathogenesis of NMSCs is clearly multifactorial. A growing body of literature underlies a crucial correlation between skin cancer, chronic inflammation and immunodeficiency. Intensity and duration of immunodeficiency plays an important role. In immunocompromised patients the incidence of more malignant forms or the development of multiple tumors seems to be higher than among immunocompetent patients. With regards to people living with HIV (PLWH), since the advent of combined antiretroviral therapy (cART), the incidence of non-AIDS-defining cancers (NADCs), such as NMSCs, have been increasing and now these neoplasms represent a leading cause of illness in this particular population. PLWH with NMSCs tend to be younger, to have a higher risk of local recurrence and to have an overall poorer outcome. NMSCs show an indolent clinical course if diagnosed and treated in an early stage. BCC rarely metastasizes, while SCC presents a 4% annual incidence of metastasis. Nevertheless, metastatic forms lead to poor patient outcome. NMSCs are often treated with full thickness treatments (surgical excision, Mohs micro-graphic surgery and radiotherapy) or superficial ablative techniques (such as cryotherapy, electrodesiccation and curettage). Advances in genetic landscape understanding of NMSCs have favored the establishment of novel therapeutic strategies. Concerning the therapeutic evaluation of PLWH, it’s mandatory to evaluate the risk of interactions between cART and other treatments, particularly antiblastic chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy. Development of further treatment options for NMSCs in PLWH seems needed. We reviewed the literature after searching for clinical trials, case series, clinical cases and available databases in Embase and Pubmed. We review the incidence of NMSCs among PLWH, focusing our attention on any differences in clinicopathological features of BCC and SCC between PLWH and HIV negative persons, as well as on any differences in efficacy and safety of treatments and response to immunomodulators and finally on any differences in rates of metastatic disease and outcomes.
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- Emmanuele Venanzi Rullo
- Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Radiation Oncology and Nuclear Medicine, State Hospital "Mater Salutis" Azienda Unità Locale Socio Sanitaria (AULSS) 9, Legnago, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.,Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Disease, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Crisafulli S, Bertino L, Fontana A, Calapai F, Ingrasciotta Y, Berretta M, Trifirò G, Guarneri C. Incidence of Skin Cancer in Patients With Chronic Inflammatory Cutaneous Diseases on Targeted Therapies: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. Front Oncol 2021; 11:687432. [PMID: 34150655 PMCID: PMC8209509 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.687432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [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: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Cancer is one of the several comorbidities that have been linked with chronic cutaneous inflammatory diseases namely psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis and hidradenitis suppurativa. Although the chronic inflammatory state, typical of the diseases, may induce pro-tumorigenic effects, the debate whether or not the drugs currently used in clinical practice do in facts increase a patient's risk of malignancy remains largely unsolved. The therapeutic armamentarium has been greatly enhanced at least in the last two decades with the advent of biologics, a heterogeneous group of laboratory-engineered agents with more in the pipeline, and other targeted small molecules. Among the organ systems, skin results as one of the most commonly affected, non-melanoma skin cancers being the main drug-induced manifestations as side effect in course of these treatments. The objective of the study is to systematically review the cutaneous malignancy risk of the newer therapies through an overview of meta-analyses and observational studies on the topic.
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- Salvatore Crisafulli
- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Biostatistics, Fondazione IRCCS Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza, San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy
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- Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Campana S, De Pasquale C, Barberi C, Oliveri D, Sidoti Migliore G, Galletti B, Guarneri C, Cannavò SP, Ferlazzo G. Circulating ILC precursors expressing CD62L exhibit a type 2 signature distinctly decreased in psoriatic patients. Eur J Immunol 2021; 51:1792-1798. [PMID: 33728641 PMCID: PMC8360187 DOI: 10.1002/eji.202048893] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2020] [Revised: 12/23/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Human CD117+CRTH2neg innate lymphoid cells (ILC) comprise multipotent precursors (ILCp), which are able to differentiate into subtypes in response to different signals received in peripheral tissues. NKp46+ ILCp have been reported to associate with ILC3 whereas KLRG1+ILCp with ILC2, although the latter can also generate other ILC subsets, thus, maintaining a substantial plasticity. We here showed that CD62L is expressed by ILCp exclusively within KLRG1+ population and its expression marks a loss of their broad differentiation potential. Analysis of cytokine production and relevant markers demonstrated that CD62L+ILCp mainly differentiate into ILC2 whereas CD62Lneg counterpart can also differentiate into other ILC subsets depending on the signals they receive. Remarkably, in peripheral blood of psoriatic patients, where ILC3 are usually enriched, CD62L+ILC were drastically reduced, whereas CD62LnegILC2 upregulated both RORγt and NKp46, thus, suggesting an ongoing conversion to ILC3. Therefore, CD62L now emerges as a potential marker to identify a skewing toward type 2 among ILCp.
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- Stefania Campana
- Department of Human Pathology, Laboratory of Immunology and Biotherapy, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology, Laboratory of Immunology and Biotherapy, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Cell Factory Center and Division of Clinical Pathology, University Hospital Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, University Hospital Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology, Laboratory of Immunology and Biotherapy, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.,Cell Factory Center and Division of Clinical Pathology, University Hospital Policlinico G. Martino, Messina, Italy
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Cutroneo P, Ingrasciotta Y, Isgrò V, Rullo EV, Berretta M, Fiorica F, Trifirò G, Guarneri C. Psoriasis and psoriasiform reactions secondary to immune checkpoint inhibitors. Dermatol Ther 2021; 34:e14830. [PMID: 33527643 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14830] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2020] [Revised: 01/22/2021] [Accepted: 01/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The advent of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs) as a standard of care for several cancers, including melanoma and head/neck squamous cell carcinoma has changed the therapeutic approach to these conditions, drawing at the same time the attention on some safety issues related to their use. To assess the incidence of psoriasis as a specific immune-related cutaneous adverse event attributing to ICIs using the Eudravigilance reporting system. All reports of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) concerning either exacerbation of psoriasis or de novo onset of psoriasis/psoriasiform reactions associated to the use of Cytotoxic T-Lymphocyte Antigen-4 (CTLA-4) inhibitors ipilimumab and tremelimumab, and the Programmed cell Death protein 1/Programmed Death-Ligand 1 (PD-1/PD-L1) inhibitors nivolumab, pembrolizumab, atezolizumab, durvalumab, avelumab, and cemiplimab were identified and extracted from the Eudravigilance reporting system, during the period between the date of market licensing (for each study drug) and 30 October 2020. 8213 reports of cutaneous ADRs associated with at least one of study drug have been recorded, of which 315 (3.8%) reporting psoriasis and/or psoriasiform reactions as ADR. In 70.8% of reports patients had pre-existing disease. ICIs-related skin toxicity is a well-established phenomenon, presenting with several conditions, sustained by an immune background based on the activity of some cells (CD4+/CD8+ T-cells, neutrophils, eosinophils, and plasmocytes), inflammatory mediators, chemokines, and tumor-specific antibodies. In this setting, psoriasis represents probably the most paradigmatic model of these reactions, thus requiring adequate recognition as no guidelines on management are now available.
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- Paola Cutroneo
- Sicilian Regional Pharmacovigilance Center, University Hospital of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-Functional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-Functional Imaging, Section of Pharmacology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mater Salutis Hospital, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostics and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho-Functional Imaging, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Giuffrida R, Cannavò SP, Coppola M, Guarneri C. Novel Therapeutic Approaches and Targets for the Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2021; 22:59-72. [PMID: 32368973 DOI: 10.2174/1389201021666200505100556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2019] [Revised: 02/07/2020] [Accepted: 02/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, recurrent and disabling inflammatory skin condition, clinically characterized by nodules, bullae, abscesses, fistulae, and draining sinus tracts mainly located in axillae, inguinal folds, inframammary region and buttocks, often leading to pain, scarring, disfigurement and decreased quality of life. Due to its complex nature, with still no completely elucidated etiology and pathogenesis, the management of HS can be challenging. In fact, many patients do not respond to the traditionally available systemic treatments, including antiinflammatories, antibiotics and surgery. Research has provided new insights into the mechanisms of HS, mainly investigating the inflammatory cytokine pathways underlying the disease. METHODS We review the current knowledge on newer therapeutic approaches and targets for the treatment of HS, through a PubMed-based literature search. RESULTS In this setting, studies on tumor necrosis factor-α, IL-1β, IL-10, and the IL-23/T-helper (Th) 17 and IL12/Th1 axes in immune dysregulation in HS have helped in developing new regimens. Inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 4 and laser treatments have shown clinically meaningful efficacy with good short-term safety and tolerability. CONCLUSION Target therapy has revolutionized the treatment of moderate to severe HS, based on the inhibition of specific molecular or cellular targets, directly involved in the pathogenesis of the condition.
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- Roberta Giuffrida
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Images at the University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Marzano AV, Genovese G, Moltrasio C, Gaspari V, Vezzoli P, Maione V, Misciali C, Sena P, Patrizi A, Offidani A, Quaglino P, Arco R, Caproni M, Rovesti M, Bordin G, Recalcati S, Potenza C, Guarneri C, Fabbrocini G, Tomasini C, Sorci M, Lombardo M, Gisondi P, Conti A, Casazza G, Peris K, Calzavara-Pinton P, Berti E. The clinical spectrum of COVID-19-associated cutaneous manifestations: An Italian multicenter study of 200 adult patients. J Am Acad Dermatol 2021; 84:1356-1363. [PMID: 33476725 PMCID: PMC7816892 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2021.01.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Revised: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 01/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND COVID-19 is associated with a wide range of skin manifestations. OBJECTIVE To describe the clinical characteristics of COVID-19-associated skin manifestations and explore the relationships among the 6 main cutaneous phenotypes and systemic findings. METHODS Twenty-one Italian Dermatology Units were asked to collect the demographic, clinical, and histopathologic data of 200 patients with COVID-19-associated skin manifestations. The severity of COVID-19 was classified as asymptomatic, mild, moderate, or severe. RESULTS A chilblain-like acral pattern was significantly associated with a younger age (P < .0001) and, after adjusting for age, significantly associated with less severe COVID-19 (P = .0009). However, the median duration of chilblain-like lesions was significantly longer than that of the other cutaneous manifestations taken together (P < .0001). Patients with moderate/severe COVID-19 were more represented than those with asymptomatic/mild COVID-19 among the patients with cutaneous manifestations other than chilblain-like lesions, but only the confluent erythematous/maculo-papular/morbilliform phenotype was significantly associated with more severe COVID-19 (P = .015), and this significance disappeared after adjustment for age. LIMITATIONS Laboratory confirmation of COVID-19 was not possible in all cases. CONCLUSIONS After adjustment for age, there was no clear-cut spectrum of COVID-19 severity in patients with COVID-19-related skin manifestations, although chilblain-like acral lesions were more frequent in younger patients with asymptomatic/pauci-symptomatic COVID-19.
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- Angelo Valerio Marzano
- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy; Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy.
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy; Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy; Institute for Maternal and Child Health-IRCCS "Burlo Garofolo", Trieste, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatological Unit, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Polytechnic Marche University, Ancona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Statistician, Italian Ministry of Universities and Research, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Surgery and Translational Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Internal Medicine, Piccole Figlie Hospital, Parma, Italy
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- D. Innocenzi Dermatology Unit, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Dermatology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University of Naples, Naples, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, Department of Clinical-Surgical, Diagnostic, and Pediatric Science, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Surgery, Infermi Hospital Rimini, AUSL Romagna, Rimini, Italy
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- Dermatology Department, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi, Varese, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology and Venereology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Surgical, Medical, Dental and Morphological Sciences with Interest in Transplant, Oncological and Regenerative Medicine, Dermatology Unit, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- L. Sacco Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Institute of Dermatology, Catholic University of Rome, Rome, Italy; Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy; Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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Ceccarelli M, Venanzi Rullo E, Berretta M, Cacopardo B, Pellicanò GF, Nunnari G, Guarneri C. New generation biologics for the treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. State of the art and considerations about the risk of infection. Dermatol Ther 2020; 34:e14660. [PMID: 33301216 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated disease characterized by inflammation of skin (psoriasis) or joints (psoriatic arthritis) or both, resulting from a dysregulation in particular of the T helper (Th)17 functions. There is no available cure for psoriasis, and a life-long treatment is needed to control signs and symptoms. Research interest is high around the newest biological drugs approved for the treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and especially drugs blocking the IL-23/IL-17 axis. Our aim is to review the new biological drugs for the treatment of psoriasis and their adverse effects, focusing on the risk of infections.
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- Manuela Ceccarelli
- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy.,Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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Guarneri C, Ceccarelli M, Rinaldi L, Cacopardo B, Nunnari G, Guarneri F. Helicobacter pylori and skin disorders: a comprehensive review of the available literature. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2020; 24:12267-12287. [PMID: 33336746 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202012_24019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Helicobacter pylori is a Gram-negative bacterium identified for the first time about 30 years ago and commonly considered as the main pathogenic factor of gastritis and peptic ulcer. Since then, it was found to be associated with several gastrointestinal and extra-gastrointestinal diseases. Helicobacter pylori is also associated with many skin disorders including, but not limited to, chronic urticaria, rosacea, lichen planus, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, pemphigus vulgaris, vitiligo, primary cutaneous MALT-type lymphoma, sublamina densa-type linear IgA bullous dermatosis, primary cutaneous marginal zone B-cell lymphomas and cutaneous T-cell pseudolymphoma. Literature up to September 2020 shows that clear evidence exists only for some of the mentioned associations, while in the majority of cases, data appear contrasting. The aim of this review is to summarize the available studies on the topic and draw possible conclusions. Further clinical and laboratory studies are needed to assess the real plausibility and relevance of these associations, as well as the possible role of Helicobacter pylori with the underlying pathogenic mechanisms.
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- C Guarneri
- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
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Meduri A, Oliverio GW, Mancuso G, Giuffrida A, Guarneri C, Venanzi Rullo E, Nunnari G, Aragona P. Ocular surface manifestation of COVID-19 and tear film analysis. Sci Rep 2020; 10:20178. [PMID: 33214658 PMCID: PMC7677531 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-77194-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 11/05/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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To evaluate the ocular manifestation in patients hospitalized with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and to search for the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in tears. This study was conducted in 29 hospitalized patients who were admitted to the COVID center at the Policlinic Hospital of the University of Messina, Italy. All patients underwent an ophthalmologic assessment comprising a Standardized Patient Evaluation of Eye Dryness (SPEED) questionnaire, anterior segment, and the ocular surface examination of both eyes using a portable slit lamp. The Schirmer I test was performed, and the filter paper strip was used to search for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 on the ocular surface by real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). A total of 10 patients reported ocular symptoms; in particular, four reported eye burning, three reported foreign body sensation, and three reported tearing. Moreover, seven patients presented conjunctival hyperemia and/or chemosis, eleven patients presented blepharitis signs such as lid margin hyperemia and/or telangiectasia, crusted eyelashes, and meibomian orifices alterations. Tear analysis did not reveal the presence of SARS-CoV-2. Ocular symptoms are common in patients with COVID-19; although, tear analysis did not reveal the presence of SARS-CoV-2.
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- Alessandro Meduri
- Biomedical Science Department, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria, 1, Messina, Italy.
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- Biomedical Science Department, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria, 1, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood "Gaetano Barresi" Division of Microbiology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood "Gaetano Barresi" Division of Microbiology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Biomedical Science Department, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria, 1, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Unit of Infectious Diseases, A.O.U. "G. Martino", University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Human Pathology in Adulthood and Childhood "Gaetano Barresi" Division of Microbiology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Biomedical Science Department, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria, 1, Messina, Italy
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Pavone P, Marino S, Marino L, Cacciaguerra G, Guarneri C, Nunnari G, Taibi R, Marletta L, Falsaperla R. Chilblains-like lesions and SARS-CoV-2 in children: An overview in therapeutic approach. Dermatol Ther 2020; 34:e14502. [PMID: 33141476 DOI: 10.1111/dth.14502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [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: 09/29/2020] [Revised: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, Coronavirus, type 2) is the virus responsible for the global pandemic of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) that began in China in December 2019. The variability of nasal olfactory symptoms in pediatric patients is interlinked with possible warning signs, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, ocular, or dermatological symptoms. Skin findings in patients with COVID-19 can range from petechiae to papulovesicular rashes to diffuse urticaria and can be confused with rashes of non-COVID-19 conditions. These lesions typically appear early during COVID-19 and are thought to be secondary to viral replication or circulating cytokines. Herein, we discuss two pediatric cases, presenting with skin lesions, which tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, thus, briefly reviewing current literature for similar reports and related management. Although these lesions heal spontaneously in most cases, an adequate "targeted" therapeutic approach can shorten the time and the discomfort of the skin disease.
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- Piero Pavone
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Section of Pediatrics and Child Neuropsychiatry, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Unit of Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency, Pediatric COVID-19 Center, AOU "Policlinico", PO "SanMarco", University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- University of Messina, AOU "G. Martino", COVID Hospital, Messina, Italy
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- University of Messina, AOU "G. Martino", COVID Hospital, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori, IRCCS, CRO, Aviano, Italy
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- University of Messina, AOU "G. Martino", COVID Hospital, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency, Pediatric COVID-19 Center, AOU "Policlinico", PO "SanMarco", University of Catania, Catania, Italy.,Neonatal Intensive Care Unit [NICU], Neonatal COVID-19 Center, AOU "Policlinico", PO "San Marco, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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