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NPJ Syst Biol Appl ; 10(1): 75, 2024 Jul 16.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39013872

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Mathematical models of biochemical reaction networks are an important and emerging tool for the study of cell signaling networks involved in disease processes. One promising potential application of such mathematical models is the study of how disease-causing mutations promote the signaling phenotype that contributes to the disease. It is commonly assumed that one must have a thorough characterization of the network readily available for mathematical modeling to be useful, but we hypothesized that mathematical modeling could be useful when there is incomplete knowledge and that it could be a tool for discovery that opens new areas for further exploration. In the present study, we first develop a mechanistic mathematical model of a G-protein coupled receptor signaling network that is mutated in almost all cases of uveal melanoma and use model-driven explorations to uncover and explore multiple new areas for investigating this disease. Modeling the two major, mutually-exclusive, oncogenic mutations (Gαq/11 and CysLT2R) revealed the potential for previously unknown qualitative differences between seemingly interchangeable disease-promoting mutations, and our experiments confirmed oncogenic CysLT2R was impaired at activating the FAK/YAP/TAZ pathway relative to Gαq/11. This led us to hypothesize that CYSLTR2 mutations in UM must co-occur with other mutations to activate FAK/YAP/TAZ signaling, and our bioinformatic analysis uncovers a role for co-occurring mutations involving the plexin/semaphorin pathway, which has been shown capable of activating this pathway. Overall, this work highlights the power of mechanism-based computational systems biology as a discovery tool that can leverage available information to open new research areas.


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Mutação , Receptores Acoplados a Proteínas G , Transdução de Sinais , Humanos , Transdução de Sinais/genética , Transdução de Sinais/fisiologia , Receptores Acoplados a Proteínas G/genética , Receptores Acoplados a Proteínas G/metabolismo , Mutação/genética , Neoplasias Uveais/genética , Neoplasias Uveais/metabolismo , Biologia de Sistemas/métodos , Modelos Biológicos , Melanoma/genética , Melanoma/metabolismo , Proteínas de Ligação ao GTP/genética , Proteínas de Ligação ao GTP/metabolismo
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J Cancer Res Ther ; 20(3): 1053-1056, 2024 Apr 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39023618

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ABSTRACT: Primary mucosal malignant melanoma of the nasal cavity is a rare tumor with aggressive behavior and a dismal prognosis. An extremely rare tumor that accounts for 0.7% to 1% of all melanomas in Caucasian populations and between 4% and 8% of malignant tumors of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. Taking into account the rarity, it is important to note that malignant melanoma should be considered when making a differential diagnosis of tumors of the nose and paranasal sinuses. Two cases of primary malignant melanoma of the nasal cavity both arising in females, one in a 60-year-old and the other in a 64-year-old, both of whom presented with nasal obstruction and brief symptomatic epistaxis are being presented here. The diagnosis being confirmed by a histopathological examination along with an immunohistochemical analysis by using S100 and HMB45.


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Melanoma , Cavidade Nasal , Mucosa Nasal , Neoplasias Nasais , Humanos , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Melanoma/patologia , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Feminino , Cavidade Nasal/patologia , Neoplasias Nasais/patologia , Neoplasias Nasais/diagnóstico , Mucosa Nasal/patologia , Proteínas S100/metabolismo
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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 16294, 2024 Jul 15.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39009706

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Radiomics analysis of [18F]-fluorodeoxyglucose ([18F]-FDG) PET images could be leveraged for personalised cancer medicine. However, the inherent sensitivity of radiomic features to intensity discretisation and voxel interpolation complicates its clinical translation. In this work, we evaluated the robustness of tumour [18F]-FDG-PET radiomic features to 174 different variations in intensity resolution or voxel size, and determined whether implementing parameter range conditions or dependency corrections could improve their robustness. Using 485 patient images spanning three cancer types: non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), melanoma, and lymphoma, we observed features were more sensitive to intensity discretisation than voxel interpolation, especially texture features. In most of our investigations, the majority of non-robust features could be made robust by applying parameter range conditions. Correctable features, which were generally fewer than conditionally robust, showed systematic dependence on bin configuration or voxel size that could be minimised by applying corrections based on simple mathematical equations. Melanoma images exhibited limited robustness and correctability relative to NSCLC and lymphoma. Our study provides an in-depth characterisation of the sensitivity of [18F]-FDG-PET features to image processing variations and reinforces the need for careful selection of imaging biomarkers prior to any clinical application.


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Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas , Fluordesoxiglucose F18 , Processamento de Imagem Assistida por Computador , Tomografia por Emissão de Pósitrons , Humanos , Tomografia por Emissão de Pósitrons/métodos , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/diagnóstico por imagem , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/patologia , Processamento de Imagem Assistida por Computador/métodos , Neoplasias Pulmonares/diagnóstico por imagem , Neoplasias Pulmonares/patologia , Linfoma/diagnóstico por imagem , Linfoma/patologia , Compostos Radiofarmacêuticos , Melanoma/diagnóstico por imagem , Melanoma/patologia , Neoplasias/diagnóstico por imagem , Neoplasias/patologia , Radiômica
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Nanoscale ; 16(28): 13580-13596, 2024 Jul 18.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38953490

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Melanoma is the most invasive and lethal form of skin cancer that arises from the malignant transformation of specialized pigment-producing cell melanocytes. Nanomedicine represents an important prospect to mitigate the difficulties and provide significant benefits to cure melanoma. In the present study, we investigated in vitro and in vivo therapeutic efficacies of copper nitroprusside analogue nanoparticles (abbreviated as CuNPANP) towards melanoma. Initially, in vitro anti-cancer activities of CuNPANP towards melanoma cells (B16F10) were evaluated by several experiments such as [methyl-3H]-thymidine incorporation assay, cell cycle and apoptosis assays using FACS analysis, ROS generation using DCFDA, DHE and DAF2A reagents, internalization of nanoparticles through ICP-OES analysis, co-localization of the nanoparticles using confocal microscopy, JC-1 staining to investigate the mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) and immunofluorescence studies to analyze the expressions of cytochrome-c, Ki-67, E-cadherin as well as phalloidin staining to analyze the cytoskeletal integrity. Further, the in vivo therapeutic effectiveness of the nanoparticles was established towards malignant melanoma by inoculating B16F10 cells in the dorsal right abdomen of C57BL/6J mice. The intraperitoneal administration of CuNPANP inhibited tumor growth and increased the survivability of melanoma mice. The in vivo immunofluorescence studies (Ki-67, CD-31, and E-cadherin) and TUNEL assay further support the anti-cancer and apoptosis-inducing potential of CuNPANP, respectively. Finally, various signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms involved in anti-cancer activities were further evaluated by Western blot analysis. The results altogether indicated the potential use of copper-based nanomedicines for the treatment of malignant melanoma.


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Apoptose , Cobre , Melanoma Experimental , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Nitroprussiato , Animais , Camundongos , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Melanoma Experimental/tratamento farmacológico , Melanoma Experimental/patologia , Melanoma Experimental/metabolismo , Apoptose/efeitos dos fármacos , Cobre/química , Cobre/farmacologia , Nitroprussiato/farmacologia , Nitroprussiato/química , Potencial da Membrana Mitocondrial/efeitos dos fármacos , Espécies Reativas de Oxigênio/metabolismo , Melanoma/tratamento farmacológico , Melanoma/patologia , Melanoma/metabolismo , Antineoplásicos/química , Antineoplásicos/farmacologia , Nanopartículas/química , Neoplasias Cutâneas/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/patologia , Neoplasias Cutâneas/metabolismo , Proliferação de Células/efeitos dos fármacos , Nanopartículas Metálicas/química , Nanopartículas Metálicas/uso terapêutico
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J Drugs Dermatol ; 23(7): 525-528, 2024 Jul 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38954611

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BACKGROUND: Poor melanoma outcomes in people of color (POC) are attributed to a variety of factors, including healthcare literacy, socioeconomic status, and healthcare access barriers.  Methods: We designed a survey to determine if visual and audio media (VAM) would increase POC's understanding of the need for sunscreen and their willingness to use it. Patients recruited at a dermatology clinic were asked to watch a 2.5-minute video on sun protection and complete a pre- and post-survey assessing their knowledge. RESULTS: Forty-one (41) patients were recruited, 43.9% of whom identified as POC and 31.7% as Hispanic or Latino. In the post-survey, 100% of participants agreed that daily sunscreen use helps prevent sun-related risks, compared to 68% before (P<.0001). 71% of the participants intended to use sunscreen daily after watching the video, compared to 24% who did so before (P<.0001). One-hundred percent (100%) of Black participants in the post-survey agreed that sunscreen wear helps prevent risks associated with sun exposure, compared to 46% in the pre-survey (P= 0.0052); no significant difference among White participants (80% vs 100%; P=0.1121). LIMITATIONS: Small sample size, no long-term follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: This study demonstrates the persistence of health disparities and the effectiveness of VAM in enhancing Black patients' healthcare literacy. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024;23(7):525-528.     doi:10.36849/JDD.7821.


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Conhecimentos, Atitudes e Prática em Saúde , Hispânico ou Latino , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Protetores Solares , Humanos , Protetores Solares/administração & dosagem , Feminino , Masculino , Adulto , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Hispânico ou Latino/estatística & dados numéricos , Inquéritos e Questionários , Neoplasias Cutâneas/prevenção & controle , Letramento em Saúde , Negro ou Afro-Americano/estatística & dados numéricos , Melanoma/prevenção & controle , Idoso , Educação de Pacientes como Assunto/métodos , Gravação em Vídeo , Adulto Jovem
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Rev Med Suisse ; 20(881): 1298-1302, 2024 Jul 03.
Artigo em Francês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38961780

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Surveillance bias occurs when variations in cancer incidence are the result of changes in screening or diagnostic practices rather than increases in the true occurrence of cancer. This bias is linked to the issue of overdiagnosis and can be apprehended by looking at epidemiological signatures of cancer. We explain the concept of epidemiological signatures using the examples of melanoma and of lung and prostate cancer. Accounting for surveillance bias is particularly important for assessing the true burden of cancer and for accurately communicating cancer information to the population and decision-makers.


Le biais de surveillance se produit lorsque les variations d'incidence d'un cancer sont le résultat d'un changement dans les pratiques de dépistage ou de diagnostic plutôt que d'une augmentation de la fréquence réelle de ce cancer. Ce biais est lié au concept du surdiagnostic et peut être appréhendé en examinant les signatures épidémiologiques des cancers. Nous expliquons le concept de signature épidémiologique à l'aide des exemples du mélanome et des cancers du poumon et de la prostate. La prise en compte des biais de surveillance est particulièrement importante pour évaluer le fardeau réel du cancer et communiquer avec précision l'information sur le cancer à la population et aux décideurs.


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Viés , Neoplasias , Humanos , Neoplasias/epidemiologia , Neoplasias/diagnóstico , Neoplasias da Próstata/epidemiologia , Neoplasias da Próstata/diagnóstico , Vigilância da População/métodos , Neoplasias Pulmonares/epidemiologia , Neoplasias Pulmonares/diagnóstico , Incidência , Sobrediagnóstico , Masculino , Melanoma/epidemiologia , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Detecção Precoce de Câncer/métodos , Detecção Precoce de Câncer/estatística & dados numéricos
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Vestn Oftalmol ; 140(3): 5-10, 2024.
Artigo em Russo | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38962973

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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are short non-coding RNAs (18-25 nucleotides in length) that are important participants in the regulation of gene expression. In 2003, their active role in oncogenesis was demonstrated. In 2008, the first report on the isolation of miRNAs from uveal melanoma (UM) tissue was published. Four years later (2012), the presence of miRNAs in the plasma of patients with this category was shown. To date, changes in the expression level of 100 miRNAs in the plasma of cancer patients (with cancer of various localizations) out of the 2654 miRNAs described in mirbase.org have been proven. In the plasma of patients with UM, changes in the expression of only 13 miRNAs have been confirmed. As a rule, studies were conducted in patients at the stage of hematogenous metastasis of UM. PURPOSE: This study analyzed the expression pattern of miRNA-223 and miRNA-126 in patients with localized choroidal melanoma (CM) taking into account biometric parameters in the absence of metastases. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Blood plasma of 84 patients with M0N0 CM aged 35-86 years (mean age 63.4±1.2 years) was investigated. The basis for the diagnosis of CM was the results of ophthalmological examination, optical coherence tomography, and ultrasound scanning. In all cases, the absence of metastases was proven (using computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging). Control - plasma of 28 volunteers (mean age 62.9±1.42 years, age range 45-78 years), who did not have tumoral, autoimmune, or chronic inflammatory processes. The expression levels of miRNAs circulating in blood plasma were determined by real-time polymerase chain reaction. RESULTS: An increase in the expression levels of miRNA-223 and miRNA-126 in the plasma of all 84 patients with CM was confirmed compared to the control group. Features of the miRNA expression pattern that emerged with changes in the tumor's quantitative parameters were identified. CONCLUSION: Evaluation of the levels of miRNA-223 and miRNA-126 in the blood plasma of patients with CM can be used in clinical practice to clarify the diagnosis of CM, as well as to predict the development of hematogenous metastases.


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Biomarcadores Tumorais , Neoplasias da Coroide , Regulação Neoplásica da Expressão Gênica , Melanoma , MicroRNAs , Humanos , Melanoma/genética , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Neoplasias da Coroide/genética , Neoplasias da Coroide/diagnóstico , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Masculino , Feminino , MicroRNAs/genética , MicroRNAs/sangue , Biomarcadores Tumorais/sangue , Biomarcadores Tumorais/genética , Epigênese Genética , Idoso , Neoplasias Uveais/genética , Neoplasias Uveais/diagnóstico
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Oncoimmunology ; 13(1): 2370928, 2024.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38948930

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Deregulation or loss of the human leukocyte antigen class I (HLA-I) molecules on tumor cells leading to inhibition of CD8+ T cell recognition is an important tumor immune escape strategy, which could be caused by a posttranscriptional control of molecules in the HLA-I pathway mediated by RNA-binding proteins (RBPs). So far, there exists only limited information about the interaction of RBPs with HLA-I-associated molecules, but own work demonstrated a binding of the heterogeneous ribonucleoprotein C (hnRNP C) to the 3' untranslated region (UTR) of the TAP-associated glycoprotein tapasin (tpn). In this study, in silico analysis of pan-cancer TCGA datasets revealed that hnRNP C is higher expressed in tumor specimens compared to corresponding normal tissues, which is negatively correlated to tpn expression, T cell infiltration and the overall survival of tumor patients. Functional analysis demonstrated an upregulation of tpn expression upon siRNA-mediated downregulation of hnRNP C, which is accompanied by an increased HLA-I surface expression. Thus, hnRNP C has been identified to target tpn and its inhibition could improve the HLA-I surface expression on melanoma cells suggesting its use as a possible biomarker for T-cell-based tumor immunotherapies.


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Regiões 3' não Traduzidas , Ribonucleoproteínas Nucleares Heterogêneas Grupo C , Melanoma , Proteínas de Membrana Transportadoras , Humanos , Melanoma/genética , Melanoma/patologia , Melanoma/metabolismo , Melanoma/imunologia , Ribonucleoproteínas Nucleares Heterogêneas Grupo C/metabolismo , Ribonucleoproteínas Nucleares Heterogêneas Grupo C/genética , Regiões 3' não Traduzidas/genética , Proteínas de Membrana Transportadoras/genética , Proteínas de Membrana Transportadoras/metabolismo , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Regulação Neoplásica da Expressão Gênica
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J Transl Med ; 22(1): 605, 2024 Jul 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38951874

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BACKGROUND: Uveal melanoma (UM), the most common adult intraocular tumor, is characterized by high malignancy and poor prognosis in advanced stages. Angiogenesis is critical for UM development, however, not only the role of vascular endothelial dysfunction in UM remains unknown, but also their analysis at the single-cell level has been lacking. A comprehensive analysis is essential to clarify the role of the endothelium in the development of UM. METHODS: By using single-cell RNA transcriptomics data of 11 cases of primary and liver metastasis UM, we analyzed the endothelial cell status. In addition, we analyzed and validated ECs in the in vitro model and collected clinical specimens. Subsequently, we explored the impact of endothelial dysfunction on UM cell migration and explored the mechanisms responsible for the endothelial cell abnormalities and the reasons for their peripheral effects. RESULTS: UM metastasis has a significantly higher percentage of vascular endothelial cells compared to in situ tumors, and endothelial cells in metastasis show significant senescence. Senescent endothelial cells in metastatic tumors showed significant Krüppel-like factor 4 (KLF4) upregulation, overexpression of KLF4 in normal endothelial cells induced senescence, and knockdown of KLF4 in senescent endothelium inhibited senescence, suggesting that KLF4 is a driver gene for endothelial senescence. KLF4-induced endothelial senescence drove tumor cell migration through a senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP), of which the most important component of the effector was CXCL12 (C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 12), and participated in the composition of the immunosuppressive microenvironment. CONCLUSION: This study provides an undesirable insight of senescent endothelial cells in promoting UM metastasis.


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Movimento Celular , Senescência Celular , Células Endoteliais , Fator 4 Semelhante a Kruppel , Neoplasias Hepáticas , Melanoma , Análise de Célula Única , Neoplasias Uveais , Humanos , Neoplasias Uveais/patologia , Neoplasias Uveais/genética , Melanoma/patologia , Melanoma/genética , Neoplasias Hepáticas/patologia , Neoplasias Hepáticas/secundário , Neoplasias Hepáticas/genética , Células Endoteliais/metabolismo , Células Endoteliais/patologia , Fatores de Transcrição Kruppel-Like/metabolismo , Fatores de Transcrição Kruppel-Like/genética , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Quimiocina CXCL12/metabolismo , Quimiocina CXCL12/genética , Regulação Neoplásica da Expressão Gênica , Feminino , Masculino
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Skin Res Technol ; 30(7): e13774, 2024 Jul.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38953214

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OBJECTIVE: Observational studies have identified a dual effect of circulating inflammatory proteins and immune cells on cancer progression. However, the specific mechanisms of action have not been clarified in the exacerbation of cutaneous-origin tumors. Therefore, this study aims to investigate whether the causal relationship between circulating inflammatory factors and basal cell carcinoma (BCC), cutaneous malignant melanoma (SKCM), and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) is regulated by immune cells. METHODS: This study employed the Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization (TSMR) approach to investigate the causal relationships between 91 circulating inflammatory factors and three prevalent types of skin cancer from a genetic perspective. Bayesian Weighted Mendelian Randomization (BWMR) was also used to validate correlation and reverse MR to assess inverse relationships. Subsequent sensitivity analyses were conducted to limit the impact of heterogeneity and pleiotropy. Finally, the two-step Mendelian Randomization (two-step MR) method was utilized to ascertain the mediating effects of specific immune cell traits in the causal pathways linking circulating inflammatory factors with BCC, SKCM, and cSCC. RESULTS: The Inverse Variance Weighted (IVW) method and the Bayesian Weighted Algorithm collectively identified nine inflammatory factors causally associated with BCC, SKCM, and cSCC. The results from Cochran's Q test, mendelian randomization pleiotropy residual sum and outlier (MR-PRESSO), and MR-Egger intercept were not statistically significant (p < 0.05). Additionally, the proportions mediated by CD4+ CD8dim T cell %leukocyte, CD4-CD8-Natural Killer T %T cell, and CD20 on IgD-CD38-B cell for FIt3L, CCL4, and OSM were 9.26%, 8.96%, and 10.16%, respectively. CONCLUSION: Immune cell levels potentially play a role in the modulation process between circulating inflammatory proteins and cutaneous-origin exacerbated tumors. This finding offers a new perspective for the in-depth exploration of cutaneous malignancies.


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Carcinoma Basocelular , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas , Melanoma , Análise da Randomização Mendeliana , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Neoplasias Cutâneas/genética , Neoplasias Cutâneas/imunologia , Melanoma/genética , Melanoma/imunologia , Melanoma/sangue , Carcinoma Basocelular/genética , Carcinoma Basocelular/imunologia , Carcinoma Basocelular/sangue , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas/genética , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas/imunologia , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas/patologia , Teorema de Bayes , Melanoma Maligno Cutâneo
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Curr Opin Pediatr ; 36(4): 411-417, 2024 Aug 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38957127

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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) and acquired nevi are prevalent in pediatric populations, with distinct characteristics and management considerations. This chapter aims to equip pediatricians with knowledge to discern between benign and high-risk nevi, facilitating appropriate referrals and management within primary care settings. Risk factors associated with malignant melanoma (MM) underscore the importance of vigilant monitoring and early referral to dermatology for suspicious lesions. RECENT FINDINGS: Recent findings highlight the variability in CMN presentation and the evolving diagnostic strategies, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary approaches to optimize patient outcomes. SUMMARY: Management of CMN involves tailored surveillance and intervention strategies, with an emphasis on early identification of high-risk features for MM and neurocutaneous melanosis (NCM). Pediatricians play a crucial role in advocating for sun protection practices and facilitating timely referrals, thereby contributing to the overall well being of pediatric patients with nevi.


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Melanoma , Nevo Pigmentado , Encaminhamento e Consulta , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Nevo Pigmentado/diagnóstico , Nevo Pigmentado/terapia , Neoplasias Cutâneas/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/terapia , Criança , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Melanoma/terapia , Fatores de Risco
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Oncoimmunology ; 13(1): 2374954, 2024.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38957477

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Gut microbiota impacts responses to immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI). A high level of Faecalibacterium prausnitzii have been associated with a positive response to ICI in multiple cancer types. Here, based on fecal shotgun metagenomics data, we show in two independent cohorts of patients with non-small cell lung cancer and advanced melanoma that a high level of F. prausnitzii at baseline is positively associated with a better clinical response to ICI. In MCA205 tumor-bearing mice, administration of F. prausnitzii strain EXL01, already in clinical development for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, restores the anti-tumor response to ICI in the context of antibiotic-induced microbiota perturbation at clinical and tumor transcriptomics level. In vitro, EXL01 strain enhances T cell activation in the presence of ICI. Interestingly, oral administration of EXL01 strain did not induce any change in fecal microbiota diversity or composition, suggesting a direct effect on immune cells in the small intestine. F. prausnitzii strain EXL01 will be evaluated as an adjuvant to ICI in multiple cancers in the near future.


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Faecalibacterium prausnitzii , Microbioma Gastrointestinal , Inibidores de Checkpoint Imunológico , Inibidores de Checkpoint Imunológico/farmacologia , Inibidores de Checkpoint Imunológico/uso terapêutico , Animais , Humanos , Camundongos , Microbioma Gastrointestinal/efeitos dos fármacos , Faecalibacterium prausnitzii/efeitos dos fármacos , Feminino , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/tratamento farmacológico , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/imunologia , Carcinoma Pulmonar de Células não Pequenas/patologia , Melanoma/tratamento farmacológico , Melanoma/imunologia , Melanoma/patologia , Fezes/microbiologia , Masculino , Neoplasias Pulmonares/tratamento farmacológico , Neoplasias Pulmonares/imunologia , Neoplasias Pulmonares/patologia , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL
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Chirurgia (Bucur) ; 119(eCollection): 1, 2024 Jun.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38982976

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Background: Malignant melanoma (MM) is one of the most prevalent and deadliest forms of skin cancer, resulting from the malignant transformation of melanocytes. It accounts for approximately 1.7% of global cancer diagnoses and is the fifth most common cancer in the US. MM can metastasize to almost any part of the body, with early detection significantly improving prognosis. Case presentation: We report the case of an 81-year-old female with a history of malignant melanoma (primary lesion on the left calf) and various comorbidities. She presented with severe anemia of unknown origin. A CT scan was performed due to her medical history, revealing a circumferential, asymmetrical parietal thickening at the level of a hypogastric ileal loop. The lesion suggested a tumoral substrate. Subsequent colonoscopy showed no metastatic lesions, but surgical intervention confirmed a malignant melanoma ileal metastasis. The patient underwent laparoscopic segmental resection with favorable post-surgery outcomes. Histopathological examination of the resected tissue confirmed the diagnosis of small intestine secondary lesions from the malignant melanoma. Conclusion: This case underscores the necessity of considering metastatic melanoma in patients with a history of MM and vague gastrointestinal symptoms. Early and accurate diagnosis through advanced imaging and endoscopic techniques can significantly improve patient outcomes.


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Neoplasias do Íleo , Melanoma , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Melanoma/secundário , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Melanoma/cirurgia , Feminino , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Neoplasias do Íleo/secundário , Neoplasias do Íleo/cirurgia , Neoplasias do Íleo/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/secundário , Neoplasias Cutâneas/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/cirurgia , Neoplasias Cutâneas/patologia , Resultado do Tratamento , Melanoma Maligno Cutâneo , Laparoscopia/métodos
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Chirurgia (Bucur) ; 119(eCollection): 1, 2024 Jun.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38982975

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Intreduction: Melanoma is an extremely aggressive form of skin neoplasia, an important stage in the diagnostic and treatment is identifying the dissemination at the lymphatic level. For a more accurate staging, the sentinel lymph node biopsy technique is performed, which in most of the time addresses one, respectively 2 locations, but cases with sentinel nodes in 3 lymphatic basins have rarely been described. Case report: We present a case of melanoma located in the right lumbar region, which from the point of view of histopathological features has a Breslow index of 4.2 mm, classified in the pT4b stage. After the CT evaluation was performed, it was decided that there is indication for performing the sentinel lymph node technique and excision with a margin of safety. Scintigraphy revealed that sentinel lymph nodes were identified in 3 different regions, respectively the right axilla and bilateral inguinal. Conclusions: Melanoma located on the trunk can present different lymphatic routes for the sentinel lymph nodes, unlike that on the limbs where certain patterns are present. Identifying these lymph nodes in cases like this involves a challenge both from a diagnostic and surgical point of view.


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Região Lombossacral , Melanoma , Estadiamento de Neoplasias , Biópsia de Linfonodo Sentinela , Linfonodo Sentinela , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Melanoma/cirurgia , Melanoma/patologia , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/cirurgia , Neoplasias Cutâneas/patologia , Biópsia de Linfonodo Sentinela/métodos , Resultado do Tratamento , Linfonodo Sentinela/patologia , Linfonodo Sentinela/cirurgia , Linfonodo Sentinela/diagnóstico por imagem , Região Lombossacral/cirurgia , Excisão de Linfonodo/métodos , Masculino , Axila , Metástase Linfática , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Feminino
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JAAPA ; 37(6): 37-41, 2024 Jun 01.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38985114

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ABSTRACT: Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with an estimated 9,500 new diagnoses made each day. Dermoscopy (also called dermatoscopy) is an established clinical approach to improving skin cancer evaluation. However, only 8% to 9% of primary care physicians use it, and no data are available for physician associate/assistant or NP use. This article reports a dermoscopy algorithm that primary care providers can use to increase the detection of skin cancer and reduce unnecessary referrals and biopsies.


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Dermoscopia , Atenção Primária à Saúde , Neoplasias Cutâneas , Humanos , Neoplasias Cutâneas/diagnóstico por imagem , Neoplasias Cutâneas/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutâneas/patologia , Algoritmos , Encaminhamento e Consulta , Melanoma/diagnóstico por imagem , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Melanoma/patologia , Assistentes Médicos , Estados Unidos , Biópsia/métodos
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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 15786, 2024 Jul 09.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38982214

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Malignant melanoma (MM) is known for its abundance of genetic alterations and a tendency for rapid metastasizing. Identification of novel plasma biomarkers may enhance non-invasive diagnostics and disease monitoring. Initially, we examined copy number variations (CNV) in CDK genes (CDKN2A, CDKN2B, CDK4) using MLPA (gDNA) and ddPCR (ctDNA) analysis. Subsequently, low-coverage whole genome sequencing (lcWGS) was used to identify the most common CNV in plasma samples, followed by ddPCR verification of chosen biomarkers. CNV alterations in CDK genes were identified in 33.3% of FFPE samples (Clark IV, V only). Detection of the same genes in MM plasma showed no significance, neither compared to healthy plasmas nor between pre- versus post-surgery plasma. Sequencing data showed the most common CNV occurring in 6q27, 4p16.1, 10p15.3, 10q22.3, 13q34, 18q23, 20q11.21-q13.12 and 22q13.33. CNV in four chosen genes (KIF25, E2F1, DIP2C and TFG) were verified by ddPCR using 2 models of interpretation. Model 1 was concordant with lcWGS results in 54% of samples, for model 2 it was 46%. Although CDK genes have not been proven to be suitable CNV liquid biopsy biomarkers, lcWGS defined the most frequently affected chromosomal regions by CNV. Among chosen genes, DIP2C demonstrated a potential for further analysis.


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Biomarcadores Tumorais , Variações do Número de Cópias de DNA , Melanoma , Humanos , Melanoma/genética , Melanoma/patologia , Melanoma/diagnóstico , Biópsia Líquida/métodos , Biomarcadores Tumorais/genética , Biomarcadores Tumorais/sangue , Masculino , Feminino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Idoso , Adulto , Neoplasias Cutâneas/genética , Neoplasias Cutâneas/patologia , Neoplasias Cutâneas/sangue , Inibidor p16 de Quinase Dependente de Ciclina/genética , Quinase 4 Dependente de Ciclina/genética , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Sequenciamento Completo do Genoma/métodos , Inibidor de Quinase Dependente de Ciclina p15/genética
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Hereditas ; 161(1): 22, 2024 Jul 10.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38987843

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BACKGROUND: Uveal melanoma (UVM) stands as the predominant type of primary intraocular malignancy among adults. The clinical significance of N7-methylguanosine (m7G), a prevalent RNA modifications, in UVM remains unclear. METHODS: Primary information from 80 UVM patients were analyzed as the training set, incorporating clinical information, mutation annotations and mRNA expression obtained from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) website. The validation set was carried out using Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database GSE22138 and GSE84976. Kaplan-Meier and Cox regression of univariate analyses were subjected to identify m7G-related regulators as prognostic genes. RESULT: A prognostic risk model comprising EIF4E2, NUDT16, SNUPN and WDR4 was established through Cox regression of LASSO. Evaluation of the model's predictability for UVM patients' prognosis by Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curves in the training set, demonstrated excellent performance Area Under the Curve (AUC) > 0.75. The high-risk prognosis within the TCGA cohort exhibit a notable worse outcome. Additionally, an independent correlation between the risk score and overall survival (OS) among UVM patients were identified. External validation of this model was carried out using the validation sets (GSE22138 and GSE84976). Immune-related analysis revealed that patients with high score of m7G-related risk model exhibited elevated level of immune infiltration and immune checkpoint gene expression. CONCLUSION: We have developed a risk prediction model based on four m7G-related regulators, facilitating effective estimate UVM patients' survival by clinicians. Our findings shed novel light on essential role of m7G-related regulators in UVM and suggest potential novel targets for the diagnosis, prognosis and therapy of UVM.


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Guanosina , Melanoma , Neoplasias Uveais , Humanos , Neoplasias Uveais/genética , Neoplasias Uveais/mortalidade , Melanoma/genética , Prognóstico , Guanosina/análogos & derivados , Feminino , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Regulação Neoplásica da Expressão Gênica , Biomarcadores Tumorais/genética , Curva ROC , Estimativa de Kaplan-Meier
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BMJ Case Rep ; 17(7)2024 Jul 11.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38991576

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Systemic capillary leak syndrome (SCLS) is a rare and life-threatening disorder characterised by leaking of intravascular fluid to extravascular tissues. An association with immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccination has been reported as potential triggers. A case of a patient in her 70s developing SCLS after the BNT162b2 (Pfizer-BioNTech) COVID-19 vaccination with a history of metastatic melanoma treated with nivolumab (PD-1 monoclonal antibody) and ipilimumab (anti-CTLA4 monoclonal antibody) is reported. The aetiology and management of SCLS are also reviewed in this case context.


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COVID-19 , Síndrome de Vazamento Capilar , Ipilimumab , Melanoma , Nivolumabe , Humanos , Melanoma/tratamento farmacológico , Síndrome de Vazamento Capilar/induzido quimicamente , Nivolumabe/efeitos adversos , Feminino , Ipilimumab/efeitos adversos , Idoso , COVID-19/complicações , Vacinas contra COVID-19/efeitos adversos , Vacina BNT162/efeitos adversos , SARS-CoV-2 , Imunoterapia/efeitos adversos , Imunoterapia/métodos , Neoplasias Cutâneas/tratamento farmacológico , Antineoplásicos Imunológicos/efeitos adversos , Antineoplásicos Imunológicos/uso terapêutico
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Theranostics ; 14(10): 3810-3826, 2024.
Artigo em Inglês | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38994034

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Rationale: Surgical resection is a primary treatment for solid tumors, but high rates of tumor recurrence and metastasis post-surgery present significant challenges. Manganese (Mn2+), known to enhance dendritic cell-mediated cancer immunotherapy by activating the cGAS-STING pathway, has potential in post-operative cancer management. However, achieving prolonged and localized delivery of Mn2+ to stimulate immune responses without systemic toxicity remains a challenge. Methods: We developed a post-operative microenvironment-responsive dendrobium polysaccharide hydrogel embedded with Mn2+-pectin microspheres (MnP@DOP-Gel). This hydrogel system releases Mn2+-pectin microspheres (MnP) in response to ROS, and MnP shows a dual effect in vitro: promoting immunogenic cell death and activating immune cells (dendritic cells and macrophages). The efficacy of MnP@DOP-Gel as a post-surgical treatment and its potential for immune activation were assessed in both subcutaneous and metastatic melanoma models in mice, exploring its synergistic effect with anti-PD1 antibody. Result: MnP@DOP-Gel exhibited ROS-responsive release of MnP, which could exert dual effects by inducing immunogenic cell death of tumor cells and activating dendritic cells and macrophages to initiate a cascade of anti-tumor immune responses. In vivo experiments showed that the implanted MnP@DOP-Gel significantly inhibited residual tumor growth and metastasis. Moreover, the combination of MnP@DOP-Gel and anti-PD1 antibody displayed superior therapeutic potency in preventing either metastasis or abscopal brain tumor growth. Conclusions: MnP@DOP-Gel represents a promising drug-free strategy for cancer post-operative management. Utilizing this Mn2+-embedding and ROS-responsive delivery system, it regulates surgery-induced immune responses and promotes sustained anti-tumor responses, potentially increasing the effectiveness of surgical cancer treatments.


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Dendrobium , Hidrogéis , Manganês , Camundongos Endogâmicos C57BL , Microesferas , Polissacarídeos , Animais , Camundongos , Hidrogéis/química , Manganês/química , Polissacarídeos/química , Polissacarídeos/farmacologia , Dendrobium/química , Macrófagos/imunologia , Macrófagos/efeitos dos fármacos , Melanoma/imunologia , Melanoma/tratamento farmacológico , Melanoma/terapia , Imunoterapia/métodos , Células Dendríticas/imunologia , Células Dendríticas/efeitos dos fármacos , Linhagem Celular Tumoral , Feminino , Microambiente Tumoral/efeitos dos fármacos , Microambiente Tumoral/imunologia , Espécies Reativas de Oxigênio/metabolismo , Adjuvantes Imunológicos/administração & dosagem , Adjuvantes Imunológicos/farmacologia , Melanoma Experimental/imunologia , Melanoma Experimental/terapia , Melanoma Experimental/tratamento farmacológico
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