The Immune Landscape of Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma: Current Advances and Perspectives
Endocrine Reviews,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
45(4), С. 521 - 552
Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2024
Abstract
Pheochromocytomas
and
paragangliomas
(PPGLs)
are
rare
neuroendocrine
tumors
derived
from
neural
crest
cells
adrenal
medullary
chromaffin
tissues
extra-adrenal
paraganglia,
respectively.
Although
the
current
treatment
for
PPGLs
is
surgery,
optimal
options
advanced
metastatic
cases
have
been
limited.
Hence,
understanding
role
of
immune
system
in
PPGL
tumorigenesis
can
provide
essential
knowledge
development
better
therapeutic
tumor
management
strategies,
especially
those
with
PPGLs.
The
first
part
this
review
outlines
fundamental
principles
microenvironment,
their
cancer
immunoediting,
particularly
emphasizing
We
focus
on
how
unique
pathophysiology
PPGLs,
such
as
high
molecular,
biochemical,
imaging
heterogeneity
production
several
oncometabolites,
creates
a
tumor-specific
microenvironment
immunologically
“cold”
tumors.
Thereafter,
we
discuss
recently
published
studies
related
to
reclustering
based
signature.
second
discusses
future
perspectives
management,
including
immunodiagnostic
promising
immunotherapeutic
approaches
converting
into
active
or
“hot”
known
immunotherapy
response
patient
outcomes.
Special
emphasis
placed
potent
immune-related
strategies
signatures
that
could
be
used
reclassification,
prognostication,
these
improve
care
prognosis.
Furthermore,
introduce
currently
available
immunotherapies
possible
combinations
other
therapies
an
emerging
targets
hostile
environments.
Язык: Английский
The interplay between metal ions and immune cells in glioma: pathways to immune escape
Discover Oncology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(1)
Опубликована: Авг. 12, 2024
This
review
explores
the
intricate
roles
of
metal
ions—iron,
copper,
zinc,
and
selenium—in
glioma
pathogenesis
immune
evasion.
Dysregulated
ion
metabolism
significantly
contributes
to
progression
by
inducing
oxidative
stress,
promoting
angiogenesis,
modulating
cell
functions.
Iron
accumulation
enhances
DNA
damage,
copper
activates
hypoxia-inducible
factors
stimulate
zinc
influences
proliferation
apoptosis,
selenium
modulates
tumor
microenvironment
through
its
antioxidant
properties.
These
ions
also
facilitate
escape
upregulating
checkpoints
secreting
immunosuppressive
cytokines.
Targeting
pathways
with
therapeutic
strategies
such
as
chelating
agents
metalloproteinase
inhibitors,
particularly
in
combination
conventional
treatments
like
chemotherapy
immunotherapy,
shows
promise
improving
treatment
efficacy
overcoming
resistance.
Future
research
should
leverage
advanced
bioinformatics
integrative
methodologies
deepen
understanding
ion-immune
interactions,
ultimately
identifying
novel
biomarkers
targets
enhance
management
patient
outcomes.
Язык: Английский
Machine Learning and Radiomics Analysis for Tumor Budding Prediction in Colorectal Liver Metastases Magnetic Resonance Imaging Assessment
Diagnostics,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(2), С. 152 - 152
Опубликована: Янв. 9, 2024
Purpose:
We
aimed
to
assess
the
efficacy
of
machine
learning
and
radiomics
analysis
using
magnetic
resonance
imaging
(MRI)
with
a
hepatospecific
contrast
agent,
in
pre-surgical
setting,
predict
tumor
budding
liver
metastases.
Methods:
Patients
MRI
setting
were
retrospectively
enrolled.
Manual
segmentation
was
made
by
means
3D
Slicer
image
computing,
851
features
extracted
as
median
values
PyRadiomics
Python
package.
Balancing
performed
inter-
intraclass
correlation
coefficients
calculated
between
observer
within
reproducibility
all
features.
A
Wilcoxon–Mann–Whitney
nonparametric
test
receiver
operating
characteristics
(ROC)
carried
out.
feature
selection
procedures
performed.
Linear
non-logistic
regression
models
(LRM
NLRM)
different
learning-based
classifiers
including
decision
tree
(DT),
k-nearest
neighbor
(KNN)
support
vector
(SVM)
considered.
Results:
The
internal
training
set
included
49
patients
119
validation
cohort
consisted
total
28
single
lesion
patients.
best
predictor
classify
original_glcm_Idn
obtained
T1-W
VIBE
sequence
arterial
phase
an
accuracy
84%;
wavelet_LLH_firstorder_10Percentile
portal
92%;
wavelet_HHL_glcm_MaximumProbability
hepatobiliary
excretion
88%;
wavelet_LLH_glcm_Imc1
T2-W
SPACE
sequences
88%.
Considering
linear
analysis,
statistically
significant
increase
96%
weighted
combination
13
radiomic
from
phase.
Moreover,
classifier
KNN
trained
sequence,
obtaining
95%
AUC
0.96.
reached
94%,
sensitivity
86%
specificity
95%.
Conclusions:
Machine
are
promising
tools
predicting
budding.
there
compared
feature.
Язык: Английский
Scientific Status Quo of Small Renal Lesions: Diagnostic Assessment and Radiomics
Piero Trovato,
Igino Simonetti,
Alessio Morrone
и другие.
Journal of Clinical Medicine,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(2), С. 547 - 547
Опубликована: Янв. 18, 2024
Background:
Small
renal
masses
(SRMs)
are
defined
as
contrast-enhanced
lesions
less
than
or
equal
to
4
cm
in
maximal
diameter,
which
can
be
compatible
with
stage
T1a
cell
carcinomas
(RCCs).
Currently,
50–61%
of
all
tumors
found
incidentally.
Methods:
The
characteristics
the
lesion
influence
choice
type
management,
include
several
methods
SRM
including
nephrectomy,
partial
ablation,
observation,
and
also
stereotactic
body
radiotherapy.
Typical
imaging
available
for
differentiating
benign
from
malignant
ultrasound
(US),
(CEUS),
computed
tomography
(CT),
magnetic
resonance
(MRI).
Results:
Although
is
first
technique
used
detect
small
lesions,
it
has
limitations.
CT
main
most
widely
characterization.
advantages
MRI
compared
better
contrast
resolution
tissue
characterization,
use
functional
sequences,
possibility
performing
examination
patients
allergic
iodine-containing
medium,
absence
exposure
ionizing
radiation.
For
a
correct
evaluation
during
follow-up,
necessary
reliable
method
assessment
represented
by
Bosniak
classification
system.
This
was
initially
developed
based
on
findings,
2019
revision
proposed
inclusion
features;
however,
latest
not
yet
received
widespread
validation.
Conclusions:
radiomics
an
emerging
increasingly
central
field
applications
such
characterizing
masses,
distinguishing
RCC
subtypes,
monitoring
response
targeted
therapeutic
agents,
prognosis
metastatic
context.
Язык: Английский
Pharmacological and Therapeutic Innovation to Mitigate Radiation-Induced Cognitive Decline (RICD) in Brain Tumor Patients
Jemema Agnes Tripena Raj,
Janmay Shah,
Smita V. Ghanekar
и другие.
Cancer Letters,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown, С. 217700 - 217700
Опубликована: Апрель 1, 2025
Язык: Английский
Treatments and cancer: implications for radiologists
Frontiers in Immunology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16
Опубликована: Апрель 16, 2025
This
review
highlights
the
critical
role
of
radiologists
in
personalized
cancer
treatment,
focusing
on
evaluation
treatment
outcomes
using
imaging
tools
like
Computed
Tomography
(CT),
Magnetic
Resonance
Imaging
(MRI),
and
Ultrasound.
Radiologists
assess
effectiveness
complications
therapies
such
as
chemotherapy,
immunotherapy,
ablative
treatments.
Understanding
mechanisms
consistent
protocols
are
essential
for
accurate
evaluation,
especially
managing
complex
cases
liver
cancer.
Collaboration
between
oncologists
is
key
to
optimizing
patient
through
precise
assessments.
Язык: Английский
Artificial Intelligence in Radiology
Radiologic Clinics of North America,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
62(6), С. 935 - 947
Опубликована: Апрель 24, 2024
Язык: Английский
Applied AI for Real-Time Detection of Lesions and Tumors Following Severe Head Injuries
Опубликована: Сен. 21, 2023
Early
detection
and
intervention
of
injuries,
lesions,
or
brain
anomalies
can
significantly
improve
athletes
recovery
process,
reducing
long-term
impact
unexpected
health
side
effects.
AI-supported
anomaly
systems
provide
high
accuracy
consistency
in
real-time
image
analysis,
out-performing
human
counterparts,
especially
high-throughput
situations.
Moreover
the
scalability
AI
allows
rapid
processing
large
amounts
data,
making
comprehensive
screening
feasible.
Motivation-wise,
AI's
ability
to
integrate
multiple
data
sources,
like
game
statistics
wearable
sensor
offers
a
holistic
approach
understanding
managing,
even
preventing
head
injury
risks
time.
The
novelty
this
field
lies
application
Neural
Architecture
Search
for
optimizing
model
architectures,
transfer
learning
enhancement,
multimodal
as
well
explainable
intelligible
insights,
thereby
building
confidence
applied
ecosystems.
We
conducted
study
find
feasible,
machine
learning-based
pipeline
sports
safety,
which
could
identify
detect
injuries
tumors
early
on
help
doctors
reduce
risk
serious
complications
disorders
caused
by
severe
collisions
concussions.
Язык: Английский