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Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders Dec 2022The Coronavirus 19 pandemic has raised new relevant questions regarding the management of patients with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) treated with different... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
BACKGROUND
The Coronavirus 19 pandemic has raised new relevant questions regarding the management of patients with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) treated with different immunosuppressive and immunomodulant drugs. In most COVID-19 outcomes analyses, due to the small available sample size, patients treated with cladribine were grouped with patients treated with other treatments.
METHODS
Three major databases (PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science) and the most recent MS congress libraries were searched for extracting original articles on COVID-19 and multiple sclerosis. The key inclusion criteria were the presence of data on pwMS treated with cladribine and with documented positivity for COVID-19. The quality of the included studies was evaluated using a modified version of the Dutch Cochrane center critical review checklist proposed by MOOSE. A common-effect meta-analysis was used for estimating the pooled proportion of patients with severe events (hospitalizations, pneumonia, ICU admissions and deaths) and heterogeneity was assessed by the I statistic.
RESULTS
13 articles were included in the analysis and the median quality of the articles reached a level of 4. The selected studies included 5138 patients with COVID-19, of whom 107 (2.1%) were treated with cladribine. Pooled estimates of hospitalization and death were 9.36% and 0% for patients treated with cladribine, 14.98% and 2.66% for pwMS under other treatments.
CONCLUSION
These results indicate that pwMS treated with cladribine are not at a greater risk of developing a severe form of COVID-19.
REGISTRATION
The protocol was registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO: CRD42022329464).
Topics: Humans; Cladribine; Multiple Sclerosis; COVID-19; Pandemics; Immunosuppressive Agents
PubMed: 36137347
DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2022.104156 -
PloS One 2015It has been well established that S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) is the principal methyl donor in methyltransferase reactions and that SAMe supplementation restores... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
It has been well established that S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) is the principal methyl donor in methyltransferase reactions and that SAMe supplementation restores hepatic glutathione (GSH) deposits and attenuates liver injury. However, the effectiveness of SAMe therapy in chronic liver disease has not been adequately addressed. We searched globally recognized electronic databases, including PubMed, the Cochrane Database and EMBASE, to retrieve relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of chronic liver disease published in the past 20 years. We then performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of the enrolled trials that met the inclusion criteria.The results showed that twelve RCTs from 11 studies, which examined 705 patients, were included in this research. For liver function, certain results obtained from data synthesis and independent comparisons demonstrated significant differences between the levels of total bilirubin (TBIL) and aspartate transaminase (AST). However, no studies identified significant differences regarding alanine transaminase (ALT) levels. An analysis of the adverse events and long-term prognosis also indicated no significant differences between the SAMe and the placebo groups. In a subgroup analysis of gravidas and children, several of the included data indicated that there was a significant difference in the pruritus score. Furthermore, the results regarding ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) and stronger neo-minophagen C (SNMC) indicated that both treatments were more effective than SAMe was in certain chronic liver diseases. These findings suggest that SAMe could be used as the basis of a medication regimen for liver function improvement because of its safety. However, SAMe also demonstrated limited clinical value in the treatment of certain chronic liver diseases.
Topics: Age Factors; Chronic Disease; Humans; Liver Diseases; Liver Function Tests; S-Adenosylmethionine; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 25774783
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0122124 -
S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for Neuropsychiatric Disorders: A Clinician-Oriented Review of Research.The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry Jun 2017A systematic review on S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions and comorbid medical conditions. (Review)
Review
OBJECTIVE
A systematic review on S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) for treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions and comorbid medical conditions.
DATA SOURCES
Searches were conducted in PubMed, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and Google Scholar databases between July 15, 2015, and September 28, 2016, by combining search terms for SAMe (s-adenosyl methionine or s-adenosyl-l-methionine) with terms for relevant disease states (major depressive disorder, MDD, depression, perinatal depression, human immunodeficiency virus, HIV, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychotic, 22q11.2, substance abuse, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, hepatitis, or cirrhosis). Additional studies were identified from prior literature. Ongoing clinical trials were identified through clinical trial registries.
STUDY SELECTION
Of the 174 records retrieved, 21 were excluded, as they were not original investigations. An additional 21 records were excluded for falling outside the scope of this review. Of the 132 studies included in this review, 115 were clinical trials and 17 were preclinical studies.
DATA EXTRACTION
A wide range of studies was included in this review to capture information that would be of interest to psychiatrists in clinical practice.
RESULTS
This review of SAMe in the treatment of major depressive disorder found promising but limited evidence of efficacy and safety to support its use as a monotherapy and as an augmentation for other antidepressants. Additionally, preliminary evidence suggests that SAMe may ameliorate symptoms in certain neurocognitive, substance use, and psychotic disorders and comorbid medical conditions.
CONCLUSIONS
S-adenosylmethionine holds promise as a treatment for multiple neuropsychiatric conditions, but the body of evidence has limitations. The encouraging findings support further study of SAMe in both psychiatric and comorbid medical illnesses.
Topics: Humans; Mental Disorders; Nervous System Diseases; S-Adenosylmethionine
PubMed: 28682528
DOI: 10.4088/JCP.16r11113 -
Critical Reviews in Oncology/hematology Jun 2015Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a disease of the lymphoid system, in which the most common therapy is fludarabine plus cyclophosphamide (FC). The addition of... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
Rituximab, fludarabine, and cyclophosphamide versus fludarabine and cyclophosphamide for treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia: A systematic review with meta-analysis.
BACKGROUND
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a disease of the lymphoid system, in which the most common therapy is fludarabine plus cyclophosphamide (FC). The addition of rituximab to FC has been used, a combination known as FCR.
OBJECTIVES
To perform a systematic review with meta-analysis of clinical trials between 2000 and 2012 comparing FC and FCR in patients with CLL.
MATERIAL AND METHODS
Electronic databases were searched using keywords related to the objectives of this review. The outcomes examined were progression-free survival and complete remission.
RESULTS
The progression-free survival and the overall survival showed significant difference between the two regimens, with complete remission being more frequent in FCR-treated patients (odds ratio=2.58; 95% CI: 2.13-3.13). Patients treated with FCR showed significantly higher neutropenia and serious adverse reactions.
CONCLUSION
Despite the favorable results of the FCR regimen on outcomes including complete remission, progression-free survival, and overall survival, there is a lack of methodological rigor and appropriate analyses in many of these studies, and thus, there is a need for further studies examining the effect of rituximab in CLL patients.
Topics: Antibodies, Monoclonal, Murine-Derived; Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols; Cyclophosphamide; Humans; Leukemia, Lymphocytic, Chronic, B-Cell; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; Remission Induction; Rituximab; Treatment Outcome; Vidarabine
PubMed: 25797826
DOI: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2015.02.013 -
Biomarkers : Biochemical Indicators of... Mar 2013Kidney-related pathologies have increasing prevalence rates, produce a considerable financial burden, and are characterized by elevated levels of oxidative stress (OS). (Review)
Review
CONTEXT
Kidney-related pathologies have increasing prevalence rates, produce a considerable financial burden, and are characterized by elevated levels of oxidative stress (OS).
OBJECTIVE
This review examines relationships between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and markers of OS and antioxidant status (AS).
METHODS
A systematic review of MEDLINE-indexed clinical trials, randomized controlled trials and comparative studies that examined OS and AS was performed.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION
Several markers emerged as well-suited indicators of OS and AS in CKD: malondialdehyde, F2-isoprostanes, lipid hydroperoxides, asymmetric dimethylarginine, 8-oxo-7,8-dihydro-2'-deoxyguanosine, protein carbonyls, advanced oxidation protein products and glutathione-related activity.
Topics: 8-Hydroxy-2'-Deoxyguanosine; Adult; Advanced Oxidation Protein Products; Arginine; Biomarkers; Clinical Trials as Topic; Deoxyguanosine; F2-Isoprostanes; Glutathione; Humans; Kidney; Lipid Peroxidation; Lipid Peroxides; Malondialdehyde; Oxidative Stress; Protein Carbonylation; Renal Insufficiency, Chronic
PubMed: 23339563
DOI: 10.3109/1354750X.2012.749302 -
The Cochrane Database of Systematic... Oct 2016Depression is a recurrent illness with high rates of chronicity, treatment-resistance and significant economic impact. There is evidence in the literature that... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
BACKGROUND
Depression is a recurrent illness with high rates of chronicity, treatment-resistance and significant economic impact. There is evidence in the literature that S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe), a naturally occurring compound in the human body, has antidepressant efficacy. This product may be an important addition to the armamentarium of antidepressant agents.
OBJECTIVES
To assess the effects of SAMe in comparison with placebo or antidepressants for the treatment of depression in adults.
SEARCH METHODS
We searched the Cochrane Common Mental Disorders Group's Specialised Register (CCMDCTR Studies and Reference Register), MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, international trial registers ClinicalTrials.gov and the World Health Organization trials portal (ICTRP). We checked reference lists, performed handsearching and contacted experts in the field. The CCMDCTR literature search was last updated on 5 February 2016.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Randomised controlled trials comparing SAMe with placebo or antidepressants in adults with a diagnosis of major depression.
DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
Two authors independently performed extraction of data and assessment of risk of bias. We contacted trialists of included studies for additional information.
MAIN RESULTS
This systematic review included eight trials comparing SAMe with either placebo, imipramine, desipramine or escitalopram. We accepted trials that used SAMe as monotherapy or as add-on therapy to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and we accepted both oral and parenteral administration. The review involved 934 adults, of both sexes, from inpatient and outpatient settings.The trials were at low risk of reporting bias. We judged the risk of selection, performance, detection and attrition bias as unclear or low, and one study was at high risk of attrition bias.There was no strong evidence of a difference in terms of change in depressive symptoms from baseline to end of treatment between SAMe and placebo as monotherapy (standardised mean difference (SMD) -0.54, 95% confidence interval (CI) -1.54 to 0.46; P = 0.29; 142 participants; 2 studies; very low quality evidence). There was also no strong evidence of a difference in terms of drop-out rates due to any reason between SAMe and placebo, when used as monotherapy (risk ratio (RR) 0.88, 95% CI 0.61 to 1.29; P = 0.52; 142 participants; 2 studies; low quality evidence).Low quality evidence showed that the change in depressive symptoms from baseline to end of treatment was similar between SAMe and imipramine, both as monotherapy (SMD -0.04, 95% CI -0.34 to 0.27; P = 0.82; 619 participants; 4 studies). There was also no strong evidence of a difference between SAMe and a tricyclic antidepressant in terms of drop-outs due to any reason (RR 0.61, 95% CI 0.28 to 1.31; P = 0.2; 78 participants; 3 studies; very low quality evidence).There was little evidence of a difference in terms of change in depressive symptoms from baseline to end of treatment between SAMe and escitalopram, both as monotherapy (MD 0.12, 95% CI -2.75 to 2.99; P = 0.93; 129 participants; 1 study; low quality evidence). There was no strong evidence of a difference between SAMe and escitalopram in terms of drop-outs due to any reason (RR 0.81, 95% CI 0.57 to 1.16; P = 0.26; 129 participants; 1 study; low quality evidence).There was low quality evidence that SAMe is superior to placebo as add-on to SSRIs in terms of change in depressive symptoms from baseline to end of treatment (MD -3.90, 95% CI -6.93 to -0.87; P = 0.01; 73 participants; 1 study). There was no strong evidence of a difference between SAMe and placebo as adjunctive therapy to an SSRI in terms of drop-outs due to any reason (RR 0.70, 95% CI 0.31 to 1.56; P = 0.38; 73 participants; 1 study; very low quality evidence).For all comparisons, secondary outcome measures of response and remission rates were consistent with these primary outcome measures.With regard to all extractable measures of the acceptability of SAMe, the quality of the evidence was low to very low. SAMe was not different from placebo and established antidepressants. The exception was that compared to imipramine, fewer participants experienced troublesome adverse effects when treated with parenteral SAMe.The specific adverse effects were not detailed in most of the included studies. There were two reports of mania/hypomania recorded for 441 participants in the SAMe arm.
AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS
Given the absence of high quality evidence and the inability to draw firm conclusions based on that evidence, the use of SAMe for the treatment of depression in adults should be investigated further. Future trials should be in the form of large randomised controlled clinical trials of high methodological quality, with particular attention given to randomisation, allocation concealment, blinding and the handling of missing data. Comparator antidepressants from all classes should be used. Adverse events should be detailed for each participant, bearing in mind that induction of mania is of particular interest.
Topics: Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Antidepressive Agents; Citalopram; Depression; Humans; Imipramine; Middle Aged; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; S-Adenosylmethionine; Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
PubMed: 27727432
DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD011286.pub2 -
Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and... Sep 2022Studies among people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) receiving disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) have provided adequate evidence for an appraisal of COVID-19 vaccination... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
Studies among people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) receiving disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) have provided adequate evidence for an appraisal of COVID-19 vaccination policies among them. To synthesise the available evidence addressing the effect of MS DMTs on COVID-19 vaccines' immunogenicity and effectiveness, following the Cochrane guidelines, we systematically reviewed all observational studies available in MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, MedRxiv and Google Scholar from January 2021 to January 2022 and extracted their relevant data. Immunogenicity data were then synthesised in a quantitative, and other data in a qualitative manner. Evidence from 28 studies suggests extensively lower B-cell responses in sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor modulator (S1PRM) treated and anti-CD20 (aCD20) treated, and lower T-cell responses in interferon-treated, S1PRM-treated and cladribine-treated pwMS-although most T cell evidence currently comprises of low or very low certainty. With every 10-week increase in aCD20-to-vaccine period, a 1.94-fold (95% CI 1.57 to 2.41, p<0.00001) increase in the odds of seroconversion was observed. Furthermore, the evidence points out that B-cell-depleting therapies may accelerate postvaccination humoral waning, and boosters' immunogenicity is predictable with the same factors affecting the initial vaccination cycle. Four real-world studies further indicate that the comparative incidence/severity of breakthrough COVID-19 has been higher among the pwMS treated with S1PRM and aCD20-unlike the ones treated with other DMTs. S1PRM and aCD20 therapies were the only DMTs reducing the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination among pwMS. Hence, it could be concluded that optimisation of humoral immunogenicity and ensuring its durability are the necessities of an effective COVID-19 vaccination policy among pwMS who receive DMTs.
Topics: COVID-19; COVID-19 Vaccines; Cladribine; Humans; Immunologic Factors; Multiple Sclerosis
PubMed: 35688629
DOI: 10.1136/jnnp-2022-329123 -
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety Nov 2023Oxidative stress (OS) constitutes a pivotal factor in the initiation and progression of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) challenges in broiler chickens. Increasing studies have... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
Oxidative stress (OS) constitutes a pivotal factor in the initiation and progression of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) challenges in broiler chickens. Increasing studies have demonstrated that Alleviation of oxidative stress seems to be a reasonable strategy to alleviate LPS-mediated afflictions in broilers. Nonetheless, the relationship between OS-related indicators and exposure to LPS remains a topic of debate. The aim of this investigation was to precisely and holistically evaluate the effect of LPS exposure on OS-associated markers. We conducted a systematic search of four electronic databases-PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Cochrane for relevant studies, and a total of 31 studies were included. The overall results showed that the LPS treatment significantly increased the levels of oxygen radicals and their products, such as malondialdehydes (MDA), reactive oxygen species (ROS), and 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), while significantly reduced the levels of antioxidants, such as total antioxidative capacity (T-AOC), total superoxide dismutase (T-SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and glutathione (GSH), in the chickens. Intriguingly, though the observed trends in alterations were not strictly correlated with LPS concentrations, the enzyme activity levels were indeed influenced by the concentration of LPS. This observation highlights the complex relationship between LPS exposure and the body's antioxidant response. Despite some limitations, all the included studies were deemed credible. Subgroup evaluations revealed that the jejunum and duodenum has demonstrated stronger antioxidant capability compared to other tissues. Overall, our study presents compelling evidence that exposure to LPS induces significant OS in chickens. And we also found that the extent of OS was related to LPS doses, target tissues, and dietary ingredients.
Topics: Animals; Antioxidants; Chickens; Lipopolysaccharides; Oxidative Stress; Glutathione; Reactive Oxygen Species; 8-Hydroxy-2'-Deoxyguanosine; Biomarkers; Dietary Supplements
PubMed: 37866038
DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2023.115606 -
Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis :... Jun 2019Early administration of P2Y12-receptor inhibitors is recommended in all patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing invasive management, with the aim to achieve the... (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis
BACKGROUND
Early administration of P2Y12-receptor inhibitors is recommended in all patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing invasive management, with the aim to achieve the fastest and most effective platelet inhibition. Several trials investigated alternative methods of P2Y12-receptor inhibitor administration (mainly chewed or crushed) aimed at ensuring faster and higher platelet inhibition. Thus, we decided to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis analyzing efficacy and safety of alternative P2Y12-receptor inhibitor administration strategies.
METHODS
Systematic research was performed on Pubmed, Cochrane Library, Biomed Central, and Web of Science databases. We included randomized or observational trials testing at least one P2Y12-receptor inhibitor alternative administration. The primary outcome of the study was the value of the platelet reactivity unit (PRU) at 1 h after drug administration, assessed by VerifyNow P2Y12 test (Accumetrics, Inc., San Diego, CA). Secondary outcomes were adverse bleeding events (safety outcome).
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Fourteen studies were selected for qualitative analysis. Five studies, all focused on ticagrelor, were selected for quantitative efficacy analyses. These five studies compared the administration of crushed/chewed ticagrelor 180 mg loading dose (LD) with the standard whole tablets LD. The pooled mean difference between the two administrations was -59.24 PRU (95% CI from -30.61 to -87.87 PRU) in favor of the crushed/chewed administration, corresponding to a 25% mean relative PRU reduction between alternative and standard P2Y12-receptor inhibitor administrations at 1 h after drug intake. A similar relationship was found in other studies on alternative administration of clopidogrel and prasugrel, not included in the quantitative analysis.
Topics: Acute Coronary Syndrome; Administration, Oral; Clopidogrel; Hemorrhage; Humans; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors; Prasugrel Hydrochloride; Purinergic P2Y Receptor Antagonists; Safety; Ticagrelor; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 30884109
DOI: 10.1111/jth.14434 -
Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis :... Jun 2015Ticagrelor and prasugrel have shown superiority over clopidogrel. However, it remains unclear if one is superior to another regarding on-treatment platelet reactivity. (Meta-Analysis)
Meta-Analysis Review
BACKGROUND
Ticagrelor and prasugrel have shown superiority over clopidogrel. However, it remains unclear if one is superior to another regarding on-treatment platelet reactivity.
OBJECTIVES
To compare the impact of ticagrelor and prasugrel on high on-treatment platelet reactivity (HTPR).
METHODS
The PubMed and Cochrane databases were searched for eligible studies in December 2014. Studies were eligible if they compared ticagrelor and prasugrel regarding high on-treatment platelet reactivity (HTPR). Pooled estimates were calculated by using a random-effects model with 95% confidence intervals.
RESULTS
We included 14 studies and 1822 patients: 805 and 1017 in the ticagrelor and prasugrel groups, respectively. The rate of HTPR was significantly lower in the ticagrelor group: 1.5% vs. 9.8% (RR = 0.27 [0.14-0.50]). The pre-specified analysis focusing on randomized trials (n = 10) showed consistent results (RR = 0.27 [0.12-0.60]).
CONCLUSION
Our results suggest that ticagrelor allows a higher platelet reactivity inhibition as compared with prasugrel and leads to a further decrease in the rate of HTPR.
Topics: Adenosine; Blood Platelets; Chi-Square Distribution; Drug Resistance; Heart Diseases; Humans; Odds Ratio; Percutaneous Coronary Intervention; Platelet Aggregation; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors; Platelet Function Tests; Prasugrel Hydrochloride; Predictive Value of Tests; Risk Factors; Ticagrelor; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 25809392
DOI: 10.1111/jth.12907