BACKGROUND Polyneuropathy organomegaly endocrinopathy M-protein and skin changes(POEMS)syndrome is a rare paraneoplastic syndrome caused by a potential plasma cell tumor.The clinical manifestations of POEMS syndrome a...BACKGROUND Polyneuropathy organomegaly endocrinopathy M-protein and skin changes(POEMS)syndrome is a rare paraneoplastic syndrome caused by a potential plasma cell tumor.The clinical manifestations of POEMS syndrome are diverse.Due to the insidious onset and lack of specific early-stage manifestations,POEMS syndrome is easily misdiagnosed or never diagnosed,leading to delayed treatment.Neurological symptoms are usually the first clinical manifestation,while ascites is a rare symptom in patients with POEMS syndrome.CASE SUMMARY A female patient presented with unexplained ascites as an initial symptom,which is a rare early-stage manifestation of the condition.After 1 year,the patient gradually developed progressive renal impairment,anemia,polyserosal effusion,edema,swollen lymph nodes on the neck,armpits,and groin,and decreased muscle strength of the lower extremities.The patient was eventually diagnosed with POEMS syndrome after multidisciplinary team discussion.Treatment comprised bortezomib+dexamethasone,continuous renal replacement therapy,chest and abdominal closed drainage,transfusions of erythrocytes and platelets,and other symptomatic and supportive treatments.The patient’s condition initially improved after treatment.However,then her symptoms worsened,and she succumbed to the illness and died.CONCLUSION Ascites is a potential early manifestation of POEMS syndrome,and this diagnosis should be considered for patients with unexplained ascites.Furthermore,multidisciplinary team discussion is helpful in diagnosing POEMS syndrome.展开更多
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, constituting 25% of all cancer diagnoses. Even though it is only affecting 4% - 6% of women under the age of 40, it remains the most...Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, constituting 25% of all cancer diagnoses. Even though it is only affecting 4% - 6% of women under the age of 40, it remains the most common malignancy among younger patients. Advancement in the treatment and earlier detection gives excellent 5 years of survival. However, the standard treatment that comprises surgical-chemo radiation therapy or hormonal treatment often results in an increased incidence of treatment-induced infertility. Therefore, adding fertility preservation to primary cancer treatment may offer the best opportunity for future fertility. However, despite advancements in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), the uptake of fertility services in this group remains low. In this review, we highlighted the effect of all breast cancer treatments on women’s fertility, the effectiveness and safety of ART in breast cancer patients as well as the safety of pregnancy in breast cancer survivors. Our aim is to improve awareness of fertility preservation for breast cancer to ensure all women diagnosed with breast cancer have multidisciplinary approaches with early referral to fertility specialists to discuss regarding potential risks and benefits of fertility preservation to improve the uptake of fertility preservation among this group of patients.展开更多
[Objectives]To systematically evaluate the effects of early-stage phased rehabilitation training on the oxygenation index,ICU length of stay,duration of mechanical ventilation,and occurrence of complications(ventilato...[Objectives]To systematically evaluate the effects of early-stage phased rehabilitation training on the oxygenation index,ICU length of stay,duration of mechanical ventilation,and occurrence of complications(ventilator-associated pneumonia,pressure ulcers,delirium)in ARDS patients,thus contributing evidence for the clinical application of early-stage phased rehabilitation training.[Methods]The China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI),Wanfang,and other databases were searched.Literature screening,data extraction,and systematic analysis of the included studies were performed using Revman software.[Results]Thirteen randomized controlled trials involving a total of 860 patients were included in this review.The results of the meta-analysis showed that compared to the traditional rehabilitation training group,the early-stage phased rehabilitation training group demonstrated a significant increase in the oxygenation index of ARDS patients[SMD=1.18,95%CI(1.01,1.35),P<0.01],with statistically significant differences.Furthermore,there were significant reductions in ICU length of stay[SMD=-0.70,95%CI(-0.90,-0.50),P<0.01],duration of mechanical ventilation[SMD=-1.15,95%CI(-1.36,-0.94),P<0.01],and occurrence of complications[OR=0.16,95%CI(0.10,0.26),P<0.01],all of which were statistically significant.[Conclusions]Early-stage phased pulmonary rehabilitation training for ARDS patients effectively improves the oxygenation index,shortens ICU length of stay and duration of mechanical ventilation,and reduces complications.These findings support the clinical application and promotion of early-stage phased rehabilitation training.展开更多
Objectives: Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is shown to provide the real-time genomic information of metastatic breast cancer. This study elucidates the clinico-pathological significance of ctDNA in early-stage breast c...Objectives: Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is shown to provide the real-time genomic information of metastatic breast cancer. This study elucidates the clinico-pathological significance of ctDNA in early-stage breast cancer using the PIK3CA mutation as an indicator. Materials and Methods: Twenty-seven primary breast cancers without metastasis were surgically resected and pathologically diagnosed at the University of Tokyo Hospital, Japan. Genomic DNA of primary tumor was extracted from formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded specimens. ctDNA was extracted from fresh-frozen plasma from patients. The PIK3CA mutations at E542K, E545K and H1047R were examined by Sanger sequencing or droplet digital PCR in 27 tumors and pre- and post-surgery plasma. Results: The PIK3CA mutations were detected in 13 (48%) of 27 primary tumors. These mutations did not significantly correlate with specific clinico-pathological characteristics of tumors. When ctDNA was examined, 4 (33%) of 12 cases carrying the mutated PIK3CA showed the identical mutation in pre-surgery plasma and 2 (50%) of them showed the identical mutations in post-surgery plasma. Interestingly, in these 2 cases in pathological stages IIIA and IA, fractional abundance of the mutated PIK3CA alleles to the total alleles in pre-surgery ctDNA was around 1% or more and was higher than that of the other two cases without PIK3CA mutations in post-surgery ctDNA. Conclusions: The PIK3CA mutation in ctDNA is detectable even in a subset of early-stage breast cancer. Furthermore, fractional abundance of the mutated PIK3CA in pre-surgery ctDNA could provide a possible predictive indicator for tumor burden and for choosing the appropriate adjuvant treatment of breast cancer.展开更多
域名解析服务是互联网访问和流量调度入口,因此域名系统(Domain Name System,DNS)性能直接影响用户访问体验。基于Promethus时序数据库,设计实现一种分布式域名系统响应性能自动化测试监测系统,使用该系统,不仅可对自研DNS系统进行多节...域名解析服务是互联网访问和流量调度入口,因此域名系统(Domain Name System,DNS)性能直接影响用户访问体验。基于Promethus时序数据库,设计实现一种分布式域名系统响应性能自动化测试监测系统,使用该系统,不仅可对自研DNS系统进行多节点分布式DNS性能测试,而且可以时序化方式长时监测运行,并以可视化方式实时监测DNS服务性能。展开更多
AIM:To investigate the differentiated whole genome expression profiling of gastric high-and low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia and early-stage adenocarcinoma.METHODS:Gastric specimens from an upper magnifying chromoe...AIM:To investigate the differentiated whole genome expression profiling of gastric high-and low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia and early-stage adenocarcinoma.METHODS:Gastric specimens from an upper magnifying chromoendoscopic targeted biopsy were collected from March 2010 to May 2013.Whole genome expression profiling was performed on 19 low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia(LGIN),20 high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia(HGIN),19 early-stage adenocarcinoma(EGC),and 19 chronic gastritis tissue samples using Agilent 4×44K Whole Human Genome microarrays.Differentially expressed genes between different types of lesions were identified using an unpaired t-test and corrected with the Benjamini and Hochberg false discovery rate algorithm.A gene ontology(GO)enrichment analysis was performed using the Gene Spring software GX 12.6.The differentially expressed gene was verified using a real-time TaqManPCR assay with independent tissue samples,including 26 LGIN,15 HGIN,14 EGC,and 20 chronic gastritis.The expression of G0S2 were further validated by immunohistochemical staining(IHC)in 24 LGIN,40 HGIN,30 EGC and 61 chronic gastritis specimens.RESULTS:The gene expression patterns of LGIN and HGIN tissues were distinct.There were 2521 significantly differentially expressed transcripts in HGIN,with951 upregulated and 1570 downregulated.A GO enrichment analysis demonstrated that the most striking overexpressed transcripts in HGIN compared with LGIN were in the category of metabolism,defense response,and nuclear factorκB(NF-κB)cascade.While the vast majority of transcripts had barely altered expression in HGIN and EGC tissues,only 38 transcripts were upregulated in EGC.A GO enrichment analysis revealed that the alterations of the immune response were most prominent in the progression from HGIN to EGC.It is worth noting that,compared with LGIN,289 transcriptswere expressed at higher levels both in HGIN and EGC.A characteristic gene,G0/G1 switch 2(G0S2)was one of the 289 transcripts and related to metabolism,the immune response,and the NF-κB cascade,and its expression was validated in independent samples through real-time TaqManPCR and immunohistochemical staining.In real-time PCR analysis,the expression of G0S2 was elevated both in HGIN and EGC compared with that in LGIN(P<0.01 and P<0.001,respectively).In IHC analysis,G0S2 immunoreactivity was detected in the cytoplasmic of neoplastic cells,but was undetectable in chronic gastritis cells.The G0S2 expression in HGIN was higher than that of LGIN(P=0.012,χ2=6.28)and EGC(P=0.008,χ2=6.94).CONCLUSION:A clear biological distinction between gastric high-and low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia was identified,and provides molecular evidence for clinical application.展开更多
Accurate prediction of lymph node(LN) status is crucially important for appropriate treatment planning in patients with early gastric cancer(EGC). However,consensus on patient and tumor characteristics associated with...Accurate prediction of lymph node(LN) status is crucially important for appropriate treatment planning in patients with early gastric cancer(EGC). However,consensus on patient and tumor characteristics associated with LN metastasis are yet to be reached. Through systematic search,we identified several independent variables associated with LN metastasis in EGC,which should be included in future research to assess which of these variables remain as significant predictors of LN metastasis. On the other hand,even if we use these promising parameters,we should realize the limitation and the difficulty of predicting LN metastasis accurately. The sentinel LN(SLN) is defined as first possible site to receive cancer cells along the route of lymphatic drainage from the primary tumor. The absence of metastasis in SLN is believed to correlate with the absence of metastasis in downstream LNs. In this review,we have attempted to focus on several independent parameters which have close relationship between tumor and LN metastasis in EGC. In addition,we evaluated the history of sentinel node navigation surgery and the usefulness for EGC.展开更多
Objective:Adjuvant docetaxel-based chemotherapy is frequently used for operable early breast cancer(EBC).This study investigated patterns of use of docetaxel(T)in real-life clinical practice in China.Methods:Thi...Objective:Adjuvant docetaxel-based chemotherapy is frequently used for operable early breast cancer(EBC).This study investigated patterns of use of docetaxel(T)in real-life clinical practice in China.Methods:This was a retrospective pooled analysis of the Asia-Pacific Breast Initiatives(APBI)Ⅰ(2006–2008)and Ⅱ(2009–2011)registries,and two Chinese observational studies;BC STATE(2011–2014)and BC Local Registry(2007–2010).Female Chinese adults(≥18 years)with operable breast cancer treated with docetaxel-based adjuvant chemotherapy were included in the analysis.Patients with metastatic disease were excluded.The primary endpoint was assessment of treatment patterns and patient profiles.A logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify factors associated with choice of adjuvant chemotherapy regimen.Results:Data from 3,020 patients were included.The most frequently used adjuvant regimen was docetaxel/anthracycline combination[n=1,421(47.1%);of whom 52.0%received T/epirubicin(E)/cyclophosphamide(C)],followed by docetaxel/other[n=705(23.3%);of whom 72.8%received TC],docetaxel/anthracycline sequential[n=447(14.8%);of whom 40.9%and 39.6%received 5-Fu/EC-T and EC-T,respectively],and"other"[n=447(14.8%);of whom 91.5%received T].A significant association was found between adjuvant therapy with docetaxel/anthracycline combination and patient weight,menopausal status and estrogen receptor status.Conclusions:Real-world data revealed that docetaxel/anthracycline combination is the most commonly used category of docetaxel-based adjuvant therapy for patients with operable breast cancer in China;of which TEC is the most frequently used regimen.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological characteristics and prognostic factors of early-stage breast cancer patients with indications for breast cancer susceptibility genes 1/2(BRCA1/2)genetic testing in Chin...Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological characteristics and prognostic factors of early-stage breast cancer patients with indications for breast cancer susceptibility genes 1/2(BRCA1/2)genetic testing in China.Methods:Based on the indication criteria for BRCA genetic testing specified in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network(NCCN)clinical practice guidelines in oncology,genetic/familial high-risk assessment:Breast and ovarian(Version 2.2019),a retrospective analysis was performed on patients with early-stage invasive breast cancer treated at Breast Disease Center,Peking University First Hospital between January 2008 and December 2016.Clinicopathological characteristics of all patients were analyzed,and prognoses were calculated using the KaplanMeier method and a Cox proportionate hazards model.Results:A total of 906 early-stage breast cancer patients who had indications for BRCA genetic testing and had complete clinicopathological data and follow-up information were included in the study group,accounting for34.7%of all breast cancer patients treated in Breast Disease Center,Peking University First Hospital during the study period.Compared with breast cancer patients without indications for BRCA genetic testing,the overall survival(OS)and disease-free survival(DFS)of patients with indications were not significantly different.In the study group,patients with premenopausal status,high T stage,lymph node positive,estrogen receptor(ER)negative,Ki-67>20%and presence of a vascular tumor thrombus had worse prognosis.There were more family histories of gastrointestinal cancer in patients with related indications than in patients without such indications.Conclusions:Single-center data showed that more than 30%of patients with early-stage breast cancer had indications for BRCA genetic testing.There was no prognostic difference in patients with or without indications for BRCA genetic testing.Premenopausal status,high T stage,lymph node positive,ER negative,Ki-67>20%,and presence of a vascular tumor thrombus were associated with poor prognosis.展开更多
文摘目的:探讨动态神经肌肉稳定技术(Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization,DNS)下的核心稳定训练结合局部针刺运动方案对脑卒中后偏瘫患者步行及姿势控制能力的影响。方法:选取2022年3月~2022年9月在郴州市第一人民医院就诊的脑卒中患者90例,按随机数字表分为对照组(n=45)和观察组(n=45),对照组采用常规康复训练,观察组在此基础上增加DNS核心稳定训练结合局部针刺运动疗法。治疗8周后,对比并分析治疗前后两组患者步态时空参数中步长、步速、步频参数;步态时相参数中双支撑相占步态周期百分比、患侧单支撑相占步态周期百分比、步行周期参数;脑卒中患者姿势控制量表(Posture assessment of stoke scale,PASS)量表、Tinnetti(Performance-Oriented Assessment of Mobility)量表及Fugl-Meyer下肢运动功能(FMA-LE)量表评分数据。结果:治疗后,两组步长、步速、步频参数、双支撑相占步态周期百分比、患侧单支撑相占步态周期百分比、Tinnetti评分、PASS评分及FMA评分均显著高于治疗前(P<0.05),步行周期显著低于治疗前(P<0.05),且观察组治疗后步长、步速、步频参数、双支撑相占步态周期百分比、患侧单支撑相占步态周期百分比、PASS评分、Tinnetti评分及FMALE评分均显著高于对照组(P<0.05),步行周期则低于对照组(P<0.05)。结论:DNS核心稳定训练结合局部针刺运动可提高脑卒中后偏瘫患者核心稳定及姿势控制能力,改善步行功能。
文摘BACKGROUND Polyneuropathy organomegaly endocrinopathy M-protein and skin changes(POEMS)syndrome is a rare paraneoplastic syndrome caused by a potential plasma cell tumor.The clinical manifestations of POEMS syndrome are diverse.Due to the insidious onset and lack of specific early-stage manifestations,POEMS syndrome is easily misdiagnosed or never diagnosed,leading to delayed treatment.Neurological symptoms are usually the first clinical manifestation,while ascites is a rare symptom in patients with POEMS syndrome.CASE SUMMARY A female patient presented with unexplained ascites as an initial symptom,which is a rare early-stage manifestation of the condition.After 1 year,the patient gradually developed progressive renal impairment,anemia,polyserosal effusion,edema,swollen lymph nodes on the neck,armpits,and groin,and decreased muscle strength of the lower extremities.The patient was eventually diagnosed with POEMS syndrome after multidisciplinary team discussion.Treatment comprised bortezomib+dexamethasone,continuous renal replacement therapy,chest and abdominal closed drainage,transfusions of erythrocytes and platelets,and other symptomatic and supportive treatments.The patient’s condition initially improved after treatment.However,then her symptoms worsened,and she succumbed to the illness and died.CONCLUSION Ascites is a potential early manifestation of POEMS syndrome,and this diagnosis should be considered for patients with unexplained ascites.Furthermore,multidisciplinary team discussion is helpful in diagnosing POEMS syndrome.
文摘Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, constituting 25% of all cancer diagnoses. Even though it is only affecting 4% - 6% of women under the age of 40, it remains the most common malignancy among younger patients. Advancement in the treatment and earlier detection gives excellent 5 years of survival. However, the standard treatment that comprises surgical-chemo radiation therapy or hormonal treatment often results in an increased incidence of treatment-induced infertility. Therefore, adding fertility preservation to primary cancer treatment may offer the best opportunity for future fertility. However, despite advancements in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), the uptake of fertility services in this group remains low. In this review, we highlighted the effect of all breast cancer treatments on women’s fertility, the effectiveness and safety of ART in breast cancer patients as well as the safety of pregnancy in breast cancer survivors. Our aim is to improve awareness of fertility preservation for breast cancer to ensure all women diagnosed with breast cancer have multidisciplinary approaches with early referral to fertility specialists to discuss regarding potential risks and benefits of fertility preservation to improve the uptake of fertility preservation among this group of patients.
文摘[Objectives]To systematically evaluate the effects of early-stage phased rehabilitation training on the oxygenation index,ICU length of stay,duration of mechanical ventilation,and occurrence of complications(ventilator-associated pneumonia,pressure ulcers,delirium)in ARDS patients,thus contributing evidence for the clinical application of early-stage phased rehabilitation training.[Methods]The China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI),Wanfang,and other databases were searched.Literature screening,data extraction,and systematic analysis of the included studies were performed using Revman software.[Results]Thirteen randomized controlled trials involving a total of 860 patients were included in this review.The results of the meta-analysis showed that compared to the traditional rehabilitation training group,the early-stage phased rehabilitation training group demonstrated a significant increase in the oxygenation index of ARDS patients[SMD=1.18,95%CI(1.01,1.35),P<0.01],with statistically significant differences.Furthermore,there were significant reductions in ICU length of stay[SMD=-0.70,95%CI(-0.90,-0.50),P<0.01],duration of mechanical ventilation[SMD=-1.15,95%CI(-1.36,-0.94),P<0.01],and occurrence of complications[OR=0.16,95%CI(0.10,0.26),P<0.01],all of which were statistically significant.[Conclusions]Early-stage phased pulmonary rehabilitation training for ARDS patients effectively improves the oxygenation index,shortens ICU length of stay and duration of mechanical ventilation,and reduces complications.These findings support the clinical application and promotion of early-stage phased rehabilitation training.
文摘Objectives: Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is shown to provide the real-time genomic information of metastatic breast cancer. This study elucidates the clinico-pathological significance of ctDNA in early-stage breast cancer using the PIK3CA mutation as an indicator. Materials and Methods: Twenty-seven primary breast cancers without metastasis were surgically resected and pathologically diagnosed at the University of Tokyo Hospital, Japan. Genomic DNA of primary tumor was extracted from formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded specimens. ctDNA was extracted from fresh-frozen plasma from patients. The PIK3CA mutations at E542K, E545K and H1047R were examined by Sanger sequencing or droplet digital PCR in 27 tumors and pre- and post-surgery plasma. Results: The PIK3CA mutations were detected in 13 (48%) of 27 primary tumors. These mutations did not significantly correlate with specific clinico-pathological characteristics of tumors. When ctDNA was examined, 4 (33%) of 12 cases carrying the mutated PIK3CA showed the identical mutation in pre-surgery plasma and 2 (50%) of them showed the identical mutations in post-surgery plasma. Interestingly, in these 2 cases in pathological stages IIIA and IA, fractional abundance of the mutated PIK3CA alleles to the total alleles in pre-surgery ctDNA was around 1% or more and was higher than that of the other two cases without PIK3CA mutations in post-surgery ctDNA. Conclusions: The PIK3CA mutation in ctDNA is detectable even in a subset of early-stage breast cancer. Furthermore, fractional abundance of the mutated PIK3CA in pre-surgery ctDNA could provide a possible predictive indicator for tumor burden and for choosing the appropriate adjuvant treatment of breast cancer.
文摘域名解析服务是互联网访问和流量调度入口,因此域名系统(Domain Name System,DNS)性能直接影响用户访问体验。基于Promethus时序数据库,设计实现一种分布式域名系统响应性能自动化测试监测系统,使用该系统,不仅可对自研DNS系统进行多节点分布式DNS性能测试,而且可以时序化方式长时监测运行,并以可视化方式实时监测DNS服务性能。
基金Supported by The specific grants of Public-Funded Projects in the Health Industry,Grant 200902002
文摘AIM:To investigate the differentiated whole genome expression profiling of gastric high-and low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia and early-stage adenocarcinoma.METHODS:Gastric specimens from an upper magnifying chromoendoscopic targeted biopsy were collected from March 2010 to May 2013.Whole genome expression profiling was performed on 19 low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia(LGIN),20 high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia(HGIN),19 early-stage adenocarcinoma(EGC),and 19 chronic gastritis tissue samples using Agilent 4×44K Whole Human Genome microarrays.Differentially expressed genes between different types of lesions were identified using an unpaired t-test and corrected with the Benjamini and Hochberg false discovery rate algorithm.A gene ontology(GO)enrichment analysis was performed using the Gene Spring software GX 12.6.The differentially expressed gene was verified using a real-time TaqManPCR assay with independent tissue samples,including 26 LGIN,15 HGIN,14 EGC,and 20 chronic gastritis.The expression of G0S2 were further validated by immunohistochemical staining(IHC)in 24 LGIN,40 HGIN,30 EGC and 61 chronic gastritis specimens.RESULTS:The gene expression patterns of LGIN and HGIN tissues were distinct.There were 2521 significantly differentially expressed transcripts in HGIN,with951 upregulated and 1570 downregulated.A GO enrichment analysis demonstrated that the most striking overexpressed transcripts in HGIN compared with LGIN were in the category of metabolism,defense response,and nuclear factorκB(NF-κB)cascade.While the vast majority of transcripts had barely altered expression in HGIN and EGC tissues,only 38 transcripts were upregulated in EGC.A GO enrichment analysis revealed that the alterations of the immune response were most prominent in the progression from HGIN to EGC.It is worth noting that,compared with LGIN,289 transcriptswere expressed at higher levels both in HGIN and EGC.A characteristic gene,G0/G1 switch 2(G0S2)was one of the 289 transcripts and related to metabolism,the immune response,and the NF-κB cascade,and its expression was validated in independent samples through real-time TaqManPCR and immunohistochemical staining.In real-time PCR analysis,the expression of G0S2 was elevated both in HGIN and EGC compared with that in LGIN(P<0.01 and P<0.001,respectively).In IHC analysis,G0S2 immunoreactivity was detected in the cytoplasmic of neoplastic cells,but was undetectable in chronic gastritis cells.The G0S2 expression in HGIN was higher than that of LGIN(P=0.012,χ2=6.28)and EGC(P=0.008,χ2=6.94).CONCLUSION:A clear biological distinction between gastric high-and low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia was identified,and provides molecular evidence for clinical application.
文摘Accurate prediction of lymph node(LN) status is crucially important for appropriate treatment planning in patients with early gastric cancer(EGC). However,consensus on patient and tumor characteristics associated with LN metastasis are yet to be reached. Through systematic search,we identified several independent variables associated with LN metastasis in EGC,which should be included in future research to assess which of these variables remain as significant predictors of LN metastasis. On the other hand,even if we use these promising parameters,we should realize the limitation and the difficulty of predicting LN metastasis accurately. The sentinel LN(SLN) is defined as first possible site to receive cancer cells along the route of lymphatic drainage from the primary tumor. The absence of metastasis in SLN is believed to correlate with the absence of metastasis in downstream LNs. In this review,we have attempted to focus on several independent parameters which have close relationship between tumor and LN metastasis in EGC. In addition,we evaluated the history of sentinel node navigation surgery and the usefulness for EGC.
文摘Objective:Adjuvant docetaxel-based chemotherapy is frequently used for operable early breast cancer(EBC).This study investigated patterns of use of docetaxel(T)in real-life clinical practice in China.Methods:This was a retrospective pooled analysis of the Asia-Pacific Breast Initiatives(APBI)Ⅰ(2006–2008)and Ⅱ(2009–2011)registries,and two Chinese observational studies;BC STATE(2011–2014)and BC Local Registry(2007–2010).Female Chinese adults(≥18 years)with operable breast cancer treated with docetaxel-based adjuvant chemotherapy were included in the analysis.Patients with metastatic disease were excluded.The primary endpoint was assessment of treatment patterns and patient profiles.A logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify factors associated with choice of adjuvant chemotherapy regimen.Results:Data from 3,020 patients were included.The most frequently used adjuvant regimen was docetaxel/anthracycline combination[n=1,421(47.1%);of whom 52.0%received T/epirubicin(E)/cyclophosphamide(C)],followed by docetaxel/other[n=705(23.3%);of whom 72.8%received TC],docetaxel/anthracycline sequential[n=447(14.8%);of whom 40.9%and 39.6%received 5-Fu/EC-T and EC-T,respectively],and"other"[n=447(14.8%);of whom 91.5%received T].A significant association was found between adjuvant therapy with docetaxel/anthracycline combination and patient weight,menopausal status and estrogen receptor status.Conclusions:Real-world data revealed that docetaxel/anthracycline combination is the most commonly used category of docetaxel-based adjuvant therapy for patients with operable breast cancer in China;of which TEC is the most frequently used regimen.
文摘Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological characteristics and prognostic factors of early-stage breast cancer patients with indications for breast cancer susceptibility genes 1/2(BRCA1/2)genetic testing in China.Methods:Based on the indication criteria for BRCA genetic testing specified in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network(NCCN)clinical practice guidelines in oncology,genetic/familial high-risk assessment:Breast and ovarian(Version 2.2019),a retrospective analysis was performed on patients with early-stage invasive breast cancer treated at Breast Disease Center,Peking University First Hospital between January 2008 and December 2016.Clinicopathological characteristics of all patients were analyzed,and prognoses were calculated using the KaplanMeier method and a Cox proportionate hazards model.Results:A total of 906 early-stage breast cancer patients who had indications for BRCA genetic testing and had complete clinicopathological data and follow-up information were included in the study group,accounting for34.7%of all breast cancer patients treated in Breast Disease Center,Peking University First Hospital during the study period.Compared with breast cancer patients without indications for BRCA genetic testing,the overall survival(OS)and disease-free survival(DFS)of patients with indications were not significantly different.In the study group,patients with premenopausal status,high T stage,lymph node positive,estrogen receptor(ER)negative,Ki-67>20%and presence of a vascular tumor thrombus had worse prognosis.There were more family histories of gastrointestinal cancer in patients with related indications than in patients without such indications.Conclusions:Single-center data showed that more than 30%of patients with early-stage breast cancer had indications for BRCA genetic testing.There was no prognostic difference in patients with or without indications for BRCA genetic testing.Premenopausal status,high T stage,lymph node positive,ER negative,Ki-67>20%,and presence of a vascular tumor thrombus were associated with poor prognosis.