Article
Infectious Diseases
Chen Liang, Shanshan Li, Jinfeng Yuan, Yanhua Song, Weicong Ren, Wei Wang, Yuanyuan Shang, Shenjie Tang, Yu Pang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the phenotype, proliferation and functional alterations of cytokine-induced memory-like natural killer (CIML NK) cells from healthy subjects and TB patients, and assessed the efficacy of CIML NK cells in response to H37Rv-infected U937 cells in vitro. CIML NK cells from healthy individuals showed enhanced IFN-gamma secretion and boosted anti-MTB activity in vitro, which from TB patients show impaired IFN-gamma production and no enhanced anti-MTB activity compared to those from healthy donors. These results open up new possibilities for NK cell-based anti-tuberculosis immunotherapeutic strategies.
INFECTION AND DRUG RESISTANCE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Yi-wen Lv, Yang Du, Sheng-suo Ma, Yu-cong Shi, Hua-chong Xu, Li Deng, Xiao-yin Chen
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the protective effects of Proanthocyanidins (PAs) against Influenza A virus (IAV)-induced acute lung injury (ALI) and its potential mechanisms. The results demonstrated that PAs attenuated ALI induced by IAV through the TGF-beta 1/Smad2/3 signaling pathway and significantly reduced inflammation and ferroptosis. Therefore, PAs may be a promising therapeutic candidate for ALI.
Article
Oncology
John M. Fenimore, Danielle A. Springer, Maria E. Romero, Elijah F. Edmondson, Dan W. McVicar, Sudhirkumar Yanpallewar, Michael Sanford, Thea Spindel, Elizabeth Engle, Thomas J. Meyer, Julio C. Valencia, Howard A. Young
Summary: The effect of cytokines on non-traditional immunological targets under conditions of chronic inflammation is explored. Fatigue is associated with autoimmune diseases, and immune dysfunction-driven changes in myocyte mitochondria are hypothesized to play a critical role in fatigue-related pathogenesis. The study shows that persistent low-level expression of IFN-gamma results in mitochondrial and metabolic deficiencies in myocytes, particularly affecting heart function under stress. These findings highlight the actions of IFN-gamma in fatigue, energy metabolism, and autoimmunity.
JOURNAL OF PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Respiratory System
Wenxin Wu, Lili Tian, Wei Zhang, J. Leland Booth, Erola Ainsua-Enrich, Susan Kovats, Brent R. Brown, Jordan P. Metcalf
Summary: The study revealed that long-term cigarette smoke exposure can cause a biphasic T cell and IFN-gamma response to influenza infection in the lung, leading to changes in cell numbers and IFN-gamma production at different stages.
RESPIRATORY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Bin Lang, Meiting Wang, Zining Zhang, Yajing Fu, Xiaoxu Han, Qinghai Hu, Haibo Ding, Hong Shang, Yongjun Jiang
Summary: This study found that during HIV infection, the inhibitory receptor CD47 suppresses NK cell production of IFN-γ by binding to plasma TSP1, activating the JAK/STAT3 pathway. CD47 and its related signaling pathways may be potential therapeutic targets for improving NK cell function in individuals living with HIV.
JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Mami Sato, Rieko Arakaki, Hiroaki Tawara, Ruka Nagao, Hidetaka Tanaka, Kai Tamura, Yuhki Kawahito, Kunihiro Otsuka, Aya Ushio, Takaaki Tsunematsu, Naozumi Ishimaru
Summary: In this study, the characteristics and subsets of natural killer (NK) cells in the salivary gland (SG) tissue of a murine model of primary Sjogren's syndrome (pSS) were analyzed. The researchers found that certain subsets of NK cells may enhance the autoreactive response in the target organ, while other subsets protect target cells against T cell cytotoxicity.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Zhangchun Guan, Yu Liu, Chenghua Liu, Huiting Wang, Jiannan Feng, Guang Yang
Summary: The study demonstrates that the hemolysin Hlb of S. aureus can upregulate IFN-gamma production in target cells by increasing calcium influx and inducing phosphorylation of ERK1/2. This process is dependent on the sphingomyelinase activity of Hlb.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lu Bai, Margaux Vienne, Ling Tang, Yann Kerdiles, Marion Etiennot, Bertrand Escaliere, Justine Galluso, Haiming Wei, Rui Sun, Eric Vivier, Hui Peng, Zhigang Tian
Summary: Research indicates that the adult mouse liver contains lineage-CD122(+)CD49a(+) progenitor cells for liver ILC1s derived from fetal liver. The production of IFN-gamma by liver ILC1s themselves promotes their development in situ, emphasizing the role of extramedullary hematopoiesis in liver immune composition.
Article
Oncology
Jong Kyu Woo, Tae-Geuk Kim, Na Yeon Im, Ka-Yeon Son, Minhyeon Cho, Yeo Jin Jeong, Jeong-Im Hong, BoRim Kang, Gansukh Enkhtaivan, Nam-Hyuk Cho, Tommy Alain, Dong Guk Park, Yeon-Sook Lee
Summary: Myxoma virus is a safe and effective anticancer therapy that selectively targets tumor cells. Engineered MyxV_CD47/IFN-gamma enhances tumor suppression and activates host immune anticancer responses. Further combination with anti-PD-L1 antibodies improves treatment outcomes in the melanoma model.
Article
Immunology
Iracema Luisa Quintino-de-Carvalho, Marcela Helena Goncalves-Pereira, Michele Faria Ramos, Bruno Henrique Goncalves de Aguiar Milhim, Ultimo Libanio Da Costa, Erika Goncalves Santos, Mauricio Lacerda Nogueira, Helton Da Costa Santiago
Summary: ILCs and NK cells are important sources of inflammatory cytokines during acute dengue infection, with distinct profiles associated with different clinical forms.
JOURNAL OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Kaveh Abdi, Karen Laky, Mehrnoosh Abshari, Elizabeth M. Hill, Larry Lantz, Nevil J. Singh, Eric O. Long
Summary: It has been found that NK cells produce IFN-gamma before the production of IL-12 by DCs in the early stage of immune response. Toll-like Receptor 4 (TLR4) on DCs and soluble factors produced by LPS-activated DCs play important roles in IFN-gamma production by NK cells.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Natasa Todorovic-Rakovic
Summary: The evolution of malignant cells is driven by the increasing oncogenic fitness in active interaction with the tumor microenvironment. Mechanisms promoting the adaptive evolution of cancer cells involve clonal selection and selective pressure from host defensive strategies. The immune system, as part of host defense mechanisms, plays a crucial role in modulating cancer evolution and progression.
Article
Microbiology
Ying Du, Nina Hertoghs, Fergal J. Duffy, Jason Carnes, Suzanne M. McDermott, Maxwell L. Neal, Katharine V. Schwedhelm, M. Juliana McElrath, Stephen C. De Rosa, John D. Aitchison, Kenneth D. Stuart
Summary: A systems biology analysis of individuals immunized with radiation-attenuated sporozoites revealed differences in early innate immune responses that are associated with protection against malaria, providing insights for further malaria vaccine development.
Article
Oncology
Yangyang Li, Yu Zhang, Guoshuai Cao, Xiaodong Zheng, Cheng Sun, Haiming Wei, Zhigang Tian, Weihua Xiao, Rui Sun, Haoyu Sun
Summary: The study found that PVRIG blockade could slow tumor growth and prolong survival in mice by inhibiting exhaustion of NK cells and CD8(+) T cells. Combined blockade of PVRIG and PD-L1 showed better efficacy in controlling tumor growth. These results highlight the importance of NK cells and provide insights for clinical application of PVRIG-targeted drugs.
JOURNAL OF HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Stefania Angelicola, Francesca Ruzzi, Lorena Landuzzi, Laura Scalambra, Francesco Gelsomino, Andrea Ardizzoni, Patrizia Nanni, Pier-Luigi Lollini, Arianna Palladini
Summary: The mechanisms driving hyperprogressive disease (HPD) are still unknown, but IFN-γ and CD38 are proposed to play important roles in its development by affecting signaling pathways and responses to immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy.
Article
Oncology
E. Cojocaru, S. Gennatas, K. Thway, C. Fisher, A. Smrke, D. Strauss, A. Hayes, M. Smith, R. L. Jones, C. Benson, T. P. McVeigh
Summary: Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) is a locally infiltrative, non-metastasizing tumor associated with significant morbidity and mortality, mostly due to somatic CTNNB1 mutations. Alternatively, they can be associated with germline pathogenic variants in APC causing Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP). CTNNB1 molecular testing is important for all newly diagnosed DF cases to determine treatment strategies.
Review
Oncology
Andrea Napolitano, Khin Thway, Myles J. Smith, Paul H. Huang, Robin L. Jones
Summary: Exon 9-mutant GISTs represent a distinct subtype of GISTs that differ from other GIST subtypes, including the more common KIT exon 11-mutant GISTs. A better understanding of the molecular biology and clinical behavior of exon 9-mutant GISTs may help identify more improved treatment options.
Article
Oncology
Eva Huis In 't Veld, Ronald Keizer, Nicoline Post, Jeroen Versteeg, Robert Verdijk, Nicole Naus, Germaine Relyveld, Marianne Crijns, Myles Smith, Dirk Grunhagen, Marlies Wakkee, Dion Paridaens, Ioannis Zavrakidis, Antien Mooyaart, Alexander van Akkooi, Dirk Strauss, Cornelis Verhoef, Michel Wouters, Andrew Hayes, Winan van Houdt
Summary: This study assessed the outcome of patients treated with resection for sebaceous carcinoma (SC) and found that SC is a rare tumor with low recurrence and metastasis rates. However, (peri)ocular SC and positive resection margins are associated with a higher risk of recurrence. These findings are important for understanding the development and treatment of SC.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Oncology
Gausihi Sivarajah, Emma Davies, Anna Hurley, Dirk C. Strauss, Myles J. F. Smith, Andrew J. Hayes
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Ibtissam Acem, Winan J. van Houdt, Dirk J. Grunhagen, Winette T. A. van der Graaf, Anja J. Rueten-Budde, Hans Gelderblom, Cornelis Verhoef, Michiel A. J. van de Sande
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effect of perioperative chemo-therapy (CTX) on overall survival (OS) in patients with extremity soft tissue sarcoma (eSTS) and evaluate the predictive value of the PERSARC tool. The results showed that AI-based CTX was significantly associated with improved 5-year OS in high-risk patients, but no beneficial effect of CTX on OS was found in the overall population of patients with primary high-grade eSTS younger than 70 years.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2022)
Review
Oncology
William W. Tseng, Carol J. Swallow, Dirk C. Strauss, Sylvie Bonvalot, Piotr Rutkowski, Samuel J. Ford, Ricardo J. Gonzalez, Rebecca A. Gladdy, David E. Gyorki, Mark Fairweather, Kyo Won Lee, Markus Albertsmeier, Winan J. van Houdt, Magalie Fau, Carolyn Nessim, Giovanni Grignani, Kenneth Cardona, Vittorio Quagliuolo, Valerie Grignol, Jeffrey M. Farma, Elisabetta Pennacchioli, Marco Fiore, Andrew Hayes, Dimitri Tzanis, Jacek Skoczylas, Max L. Almond, John E. Mullinax, Wendy Johnston, Hayden Snow, Rick L. Haas, Dario Callegaro, Myles J. Smith, Toufik Bouhadiba, Anant Desai, Rachel Voss, Roberta Sanfilippo, Robin L. Jones, Elizabeth H. Baldini, Andrew J. Wagner, Charles N. Catton, Silvia Stacchiotti, Khin Thway, Christina L. Roland, Chandrajit P. Raut, Alessandro Gronchi
Summary: This article summarizes the treatment consensus for locally recurrent retroperitoneal sarcoma (RPS). Resection surgery is found to be safe in appropriately selected patients, and combined with new findings and expert recommendations, 36 evidence-based and recommended statements are provided. The updated document emphasizes the histologic type and intention of surgical treatment. The fundamental principle for optimal care of patients with recurrent RPS remains individualized treatment after multidisciplinary discussion by an experienced team.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Rabih Mikhael, Myles Smith, Dimitri Tzanis, Sarah Watson, Aisha B. Miah, Sylvie Bonvalot
Summary: The purpose of this article is to provide a summary of the latest treatment strategies for desmoid tumors. Recent findings suggest that desmoid tumors can have an unpredictable evolution, and experts now recommend an initial strategy of active surveillance. Medical treatment is recommended when there is significant tumor growth or symptoms. Kinase inhibitors and cytotoxic agents have shown promising results in progressive desmoid tumors. Cryotherapy is an alternative option for tumors in suitable locations and sizes. Surgery is recommended for superficial sites with continuous progression after medical treatment or cryotherapy failure. Radiotherapy is an effective option when surgery is not feasible or would be mutilating. Active surveillance with planned imaging is now considered the first-line management for desmoid tumors.
CURRENT OPINION IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Caitriona Goggin, Anna Stansfeld, Preethika Mahalingam, Khin Thway, Myles J. Smith, Paul Huang, Robin L. Jones, Andrea Napolitano
Summary: The management of gastrointestinal stromal tumors has played a crucial role in advancing targeted therapies for solid tumors. Imatinib has been a successful first-line therapy, but the development of resistance necessitates the use of other treatments. Ripretinib is a switch-control tyrosine kinase inhibitor that specifically targets resistance mutations, and its molecular rationale and clinical use are discussed in this article.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Kyle Lam, Michael D. Abramoff, Jose M. Balibrea, Steven M. Bishop, Richard R. Brady, Rachael A. Callcut, Manish Chand, Justin W. Collins, Markus K. Diener, Matthias Eisenmann, Kelly Fermont, Manoel Galvao Neto, Gregory D. Hager, Robert J. Hinchliffe, Alan Horgan, Pierre Jannin, Alexander Langerman, Kartik Logishetty, Amit Mahadik, Lena Maier-Hein, Esteban Martin Antona, Pietro Mascagni, Ryan K. Mathew, Beat P. Muller-Stich, Thomas Neumuth, Felix Nickel, Adrian Park, Gianluca Pellino, Frank Rudzicz, Sam Shah, Mark Slack, Myles J. Smith, Naeem Soomro, Stefanie Speidel, Danail Stoyanov, Henry S. Tilney, Martin Wagner, Ara Darzi, James M. Kinross, Sanjay Purkayastha
Summary: The use of digital technology in surgical specialties is growing rapidly, but there is no consensus on the term 'digital surgery'. Surgeons and patients face unique technical, governance, and legal challenges in the application of digital health technologies, highlighting the importance of addressing ethical issues in digital surgery.
NPJ DIGITAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Letter
Oncology
Henry G. Smith, Kevin J. Harrington, Myles J. F. Smith
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Sophie J. M. Reijers, Eva A. Huis In 't Veld, Dirk J. Grunhagen, Myles J. F. Smith, Tessa M. van Ginhoven, Frits van Coevorden, Winette T. A. van der Graaf, Yvonne Schrage, Dirk C. Strauss, Rick L. M. Haas, Cornelis J. Verhoef, Andrew J. Hayes, Winan J. van Houdt
Summary: This study evaluated the oncological outcomes of different subtypes of cutaneous angiosarcoma (cAS). The results showed no significant differences between the subtypes in terms of recurrence, distant metastases, and overall survival. The study also found that radiotherapy was associated with lower recurrence rates.
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Oncology
Sophie J. M. Reijers, Eva A. Huis In't Veld, Dirk J. Grunhagen, Myles J. F. Smith, Tessa M. van Ginhoven, Frits van Coevorden, Winette T. A. van der Graaf, Yvonne Schrage, Dirk C. Strauss, Rick L. M. Haas, Cornelis J. Verhoef, Andrew J. Hayes, Winan J. van Houdt
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
B. Feike Kingma, Peter P. Grimminger, Pieter C. van der Sluis, Marc J. van Det, Ewout A. Kouwenhoven, Yin-Kai Chao, Chun-Yi Tsai, Hans F. Fuchs, Christiane J. Bruns, Inderpal S. Sarkaria, James D. Luketich, Jan W. Haveman, Boudewijn van Etten, Philip W. Chiu, Shannon M. Chan, Philippe Rouanet, Anne Mourregot, Jens-Peter Hoelzen, Rubens A. Sallum, Ivan Cecconello, Jan-Hendrik Egberts, Frank Benedix, Mark I. van Berge Henegouwen, Suzanne S. Gisbertz, Daniel Perez, Kristina Jansen, Michal Hubka, Donald E. Low, Matthias Biebl, Johann Pratschke, Paul Turner, Kish Pursnani, Asif Chaudry, Myles Smith, Elena Mazza, Paolo Strignano, Jelle P. Ruurda, Richard van Hillegersberg
Summary: This study provides an overview of the current techniques and outcomes of transthoracic RAMIE worldwide. The study found that robot-assisted hand-sewing and circular stapling had higher leakage rates, while linear stapling had lower leakage rates. The optimal approach for this procedure still needs to be further defined.
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Michael Fadel, Sidra Rauf, Andrew Hayes, Kieran Power, Myles Smith
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Michael Fadel, Andrew Hayes, Myles Smith
ANNALS OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)