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{"title":"A Rare Case of Severe Facial Disfiguration Due to Extranodal NK/T-Cell Lymphoma.","authors":"Huiyi Deng, Qintai Yang, Zhaohui Shi","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S490247","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S490247","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type (ENKTCL-NT) is a rare, highly invasive Epstein-Barr virus associated hematological malignant tumor with an unfavorable prognosis. Although ENKTCL-NT has been previously reported, no relevant article has provided an intuitive, progressive series of schematic illustrations of the rapid progression of facial ulcers.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This article reports a serious case of ENKTCL-NT that involved the entire process from onset to death.</p><p><strong>Case summary: </strong>A 67-year-old man suffered a facial lesion started at the right ala nasi. The wound continued to spread uncontrollably to the nasion and the nasolabial groove. Subsequently, he used an unauthorized external application of herbal medicine, which unfortunately resulted in further expansion of the wound, encompassing the area from the right eyelid to the left inner canthus, extending up to the eyebrow arch, down to the right ala nasi, and deep into the nasal bone over six months. Histopathological analysis of the two biopsies revealed inflammatory necrotic granulation tissue.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Nasal extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma presenting with non-specific symptoms could easily lead to misdiagnosis. It progresses quickly, while adequate, repeated, and multiple spot biopsies for histopathologic examination help confirm the diagnosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"18 ","pages":"27-31"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11725256/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142970857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Validation of the Arabic Version of Asthma Numeracy Questionnaire (ANQ) Among Parents of Asthmatic Children: Factor and Rasch Analyses Study.","authors":"Walid Al-Qerem, Anan Jarab, Abdel Qader Al Bawab, Judith Eberhardt, Fawaz Alasmari, Alaa Hammad, Enas Al-Zayadneh, Montaha Al-Iede, Lujain Al-Sa'di, Raghd Obidat","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S486682","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S486682","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The increasing global prevalence of asthma necessitates effective disease management, with patients and their families playing a central role. Enhancing health literacy (HL) among caregivers is critical to improving asthma outcomes.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This study aimed to validate the Arabic version of the Asthma Numeracy Questionnaire (Ar-ANQ) to address the gap in HL assessment tools for Arabic-speaking populations.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>A total of 400 parents of children with asthma completed the Ar-ANQ at an outpatient respiratory clinic. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and Rasch analysis were employed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the instrument.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>CFA supported the unidimensional structure of the Ar-ANQ, with excellent model fit indices (χ²/df = 4.6, SRMR = 0.02, CFI = 0.99, GFI = 0.99, TLI = 0.96) and high internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.82). Rasch analysis further demonstrated psychometric robustness, with high person and item separation reliabilities (0.74 and 0.99, respectively) and acceptable infit and outfit statistics.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The Arabic version of the Asthma Numeracy Questionnaire (Ar-ANQ) is a reliable and valid instrument for assessing health literacy among parents of children with asthma.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"18 ","pages":"13-25"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11724629/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142970945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Serum Periostin as a Potential Biomarker in the Evaluation of Allergic Rhinitis: A Pilot Study.","authors":"Xin-Jie Zhu, Mei-Ping Lu, Ruo-Xi Chen, Ze-Fan Mao, Yi-Fan Yang, Jie Han, Lei Cheng","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S496020","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S496020","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Although periostin has recently emerged as a new mediator in chronic allergic diseases, particularly in upper airway disease, its significance as a biomarker for allergic rhinitis (AR) is still unclear. Therefore, we aimed to assess the potential of periostin as a novel candidate biomarker for diagnosing and assessing the severity of AR.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>A total of 40 patients with AR and 22 healthy controls, all aged over 18 years, were recruited for the study. Participants underwent examinations to assess serum levels of total IgE (tIgE), specific IgE (sIgE), periostin, and remodeling-related factors, as well as fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) and fractional nasal nitric oxide (FnNO). Additionally, clinical characteristics questionnaire and nasal function assessments were completed by AR patients.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The levels of serum periostin were significantly higher in patients with AR compared to healthy controls (Z=-3.605, <i>p</i><0.001). There was a notable positive correlation between serum periostin and FeNO (r=0.398, <i>p</i>=0.012), FnNO (r=0.379, <i>p</i>=0.017), as well as the visual analogue scale (VAS) score for ocular tearing (r=0.351, <i>p</i>=0.026) in AR patients. Furthermore, the serum periostin levels were higher in moderate-to-severe AR compared to mild AR cases (Z=-2.007, <i>p</i>=0.045). The level of serum periostin in AR patients showed a sequential increase corresponding to shortness of breath scores from 0 to 3 (Z=10.137, <i>p</i>=0.017). The predicted probability of serum periostin demonstrated moderate diagnostic accuracy in detecting AR (AUC=0.773, <i>p</i><0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Serum periostin shows potential as a candidate biomarker for detecting AR and can serve as a surrogate biomarker for assessing airway inflammation in AR patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"18 ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11721334/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142970859","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Uncontrolled asthma is Associated with Increased Visceral Adipose Tissue, Decreased Bone Mineral Content, and Reduced Exercise Capacity.","authors":"Florence Schleich, Stéphanie Ziant, Sébastien Louis, Catherine Moermans, Rita Deroisy, Renaud Louis, Jean-François Kaux, Thierry Bury","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S474667","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2147/JAA.S474667","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Physical inactivity due to shortness of breath is common among patients with uncontrolled asthma. We evaluated the body mass composition and exercise capacity of patients with poorly controlled asthma, despite maximal inhalation therapy.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong> We recruited 56 patients from the Asthma Clinic of the University Hospital of Liège between September 2020 and December 2023, and 14 healthy subjects. Patients with asthma underwent detailed investigations, including induced sputum, exercise testing, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA), to determine overall body fat mass and fat-free mass, while healthy subjects only underwent DXA. This study was approved by the Ethics Committee (2019/362).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong> The mean age of patients with asthma was 45 years ± 12; 58% were female, 10% were active smokers, and mean post-BD Forced Expiratory Volume in one second was 85.7% predicted. Compared to healthy subjects, asthmatics had a higher BMI (28.5±5.1 kg/m2 vs 22.5 ±2.8 kg/m2, p<0.0001) and fat mass index (FMI; 10.3 ± 3.7 vs 5.9 ± 2.8 kg/m2, p=0.0005), lower lean and bone mass (62% vs 71%, p=0.0012), and greater android fat distribution (1.00 ± 0.22 vs 0.80 ± 0.13, p<0.0001). Eosinophilic asthma (sputum eosinophil count of ≥3%) was characterized by a better VO₂ max compared to non-eosinophilic asthma (20.7 [17.8-24.3] vs 17.3 [14.0-18.9], p=0.04). Higher lean mass was correlated with better asthma control and lower depression scores. Lean mass and bone mineral content correlated with maximal expiratory, inspiratory, and maximal aerobic power.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong> Our study confirmed that patients with uncontrolled asthma were overweight and had decreased exercise capacity.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1369-1382"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11699874/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142931306","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Correlation Between Airborne Pollen and Sensitization in Children with Respiratory Allergic Diseases: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Lina Xu, Yinfang Dai, Wenting Luo, Wujun Jiang, Qianlei Tan, Yanhong Lu, Zhifeng Huang, Wenjing Gu, Pengyun Li, Pengli Wang, Li Huang, Huiquan Sun, Chuangli Hao, Baoqing Sun","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S464444","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2147/JAA.S464444","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Pollen is a significant contributor to respiratory allergies worldwide, underscoring the importance of understanding its association with childhood sensitization to enhance clinical management.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study focuses on investigating the prevalence of various airborne pollens and their correlation with clinical characteristics of childhood respiratory allergic diseases in southeastern China.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>From November 2020 to October 2021, this research employed Durham monitoring samplers to collect airborne pollen. Simultaneously, skin prick tests (SPTs) were performed on children with respiratory allergic conditions at the Children's Hospital of Soochow University and standardised questionnaires are also administered to assess children's symptoms.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Over the course of November 2020 to October 2021, the study identified more than 36 pollen species. Notably, the spring season (March to May) exhibited the highest pollen concentrations, with <i>Broussonetia</i> accounting for 30.04% and <i>Pinus</i> for 26.38%. Similarly, the autumn months (September to October) saw prominent taxa like <i>Humulus scandens</i> (47.55%) and Gramineae (35.93%). Among the patients, a significant 92.7% exhibited positive reactions, with 81.7% showing sensitization to house dust mites (HMD), 17.8% to pollen, and 3.7% to Cockroach. Noteworthy the five most common pollens were observed for Bermuda (6.0%), Elm pollen (6.0%), Birch pollen (4.6%), and Mugwort (4.6%). The study indicated a substantial multisensitized ratio among pollen-sensitized patients in comparison to non-pollen-sensitized ones (97.4% vs 1.6%, <i>P</i> <0.001). Moreover, weekly total airborne pollen concentrations showed positive correlations with weekly admissions due to allergic rhinitis(AR)(<i>r</i>=0.642, <i>P</i> <0.001), bronchial asthma (BA) (<i>r</i>= 0.472, <i>P</i><0.001), and the coexistence of AR and BA (<i>r</i>=0.485, <i>P</i> <0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings found that there were two peaks of pollen count in a year during March-May and September-October. The findings emphasize the critical role of specific airborne pollens in driving sensitization and exacerbating respiratory allergic diseases in children.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1355-1367"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11697661/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142930990","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Histopathological, Cytological and Radiological Correlations in Allergy and Public Health Concerns: A Comprehensive Review.","authors":"Yibala Ibor Oboma, Bassey Okon Ekpenyong, Mohammed Sani Umar, Glory Mbe Egom Nja, Judith Jepkosgei Chelimo, Matthew Chibunna Igwe, Umi Omar Bunu","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S498641","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S498641","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Allergies represent a significant and growing public health concern, affecting millions worldwide and burdening healthcare systems substantially. Accurate diagnosis and understanding of allergy is crucial for effective management and treatment. This review aims to explore the historical evolution, current advances, and prospects of histopathological and cytological techniques in allergy diagnosis, highlighting their crucial role in modern medicine. Major biomedical, public health, and imaging databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and EMBASE were used. The search strategy used include specific keywords and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) terms related to histopathology, cytology, radiology, allergic diseases, and public health. Histopathological and cytological studies play a pivotal role in elucidating the underlying mechanisms of allergies, offering insights into the cellular and tissue-level changes associated with allergic responses. Histopathology reveals characteristic features such as inflammation, tissue remodeling, and the presence of specific immune cells like eosinophils and mast cells. Cytological analysis can detect cellular changes and abnormalities at a finer scale, providing a complementary perspective to histopathological findings. The correlation between histopathological and cytological findings is critical for achieving accurate and reliable diagnoses. Combined histopathological and cytological studies can reveal the extent of airway inflammation, epithelial damage, and immune cell infiltration, providing a robust basis for clinical decision-making. Recent advancements in diagnostic techniques have further revolutionized the field of allergy diagnosis. These technologies offer increased accuracy, speed, and reproducibility, making them invaluable in both clinical and research settings. Despite these advancements, several challenges and limitations persist. By integrating tissue-level and cellular-level analyses, clinicians can achieve more accurate diagnoses, tailor treatments to individual patients, and ultimately improve the quality of care for those suffering from allergies. In conclusion, histopathological and cytological correlation in allergy diagnosis provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and managing allergic conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1333-1354"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11693939/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142921794","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation Checklist for the Multidisciplinary Approach to Patients with Asthma or Suspected Asthma in United Airway Disease.","authors":"Carlos Almonacid, Pilar Ausín, José Miguel Villacampa, Ignacio Dávila, Mayte Pinilla, Javier Dominguez-Ortega","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S496193","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S496193","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To generate an evaluation checklist for the multidisciplinary approach to patients with asthma or suspected asthma.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>This was a qualitative study based on a literature review and expert opinions. A multidisciplinary steering committee with knowledge and experience in asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) was established and comprised two pneumologists, two allergologists, and two otorhinolaryngologists. They designed a preliminary evaluation checklist based on the best evidence available and their experience. An extra panel of 21 experts (five pneumologists, five allergologists, and 11 otorhinolaryngologists) analyzed and discussed the checklist, leading to the final version.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The checklist for the multidisciplinary approach to patients with asthma or suspected asthma includes the first and the follow-up visits. It is organized into several sections covering 1) current asthma and past history (diagnosis, symptoms, severity, control, etc.); 2) comorbidities (CRSwNP, atopic dermatitis, etc.); 3) physical examination and diagnostic tests (spirometry, bronchodilator reversibility test, fractional exhaled nitric oxide, etc.); 4) complementary tests (imaging, laboratory, allergy tests, etc.); 5) red flags (near-fatal asthma, CRSwNP complications); and 6) biological treatment (indication, response to treatment, decision making, etc.). Each section is divided into sub-sections detailing the recommended evaluation items. These items contain explanations, definitions, or variable lists that can be measured using direct questions, validated questionnaires, or other procedures such as imaging techniques or biomarkers. The checklist also proposes clinical actions.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This evaluation checklist might help improve and standardize the clinical management of patients with asthma or suspected asthma.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1325-1332"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11693853/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142921790","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clinical Relevance of Elevated Serum Carcinoembryonic Antigen in Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis/Mycosis: A Multicenter Retrospective Study.","authors":"Huan Ge, Runjin Cai, Xuemei Chen, Bin Liu, Xinyue Hu, Shuanglinzi Deng, Hui Li, Lixue Dai, Jiale Tang, Huan Tang, Xiaoxiao Gong, Chendong Wu, Guo Wang, Guotao Li, Bing Liu, Jun Wang, Yuling Tang, Xiaozhao Li, Juntao Feng","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S494250","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S494250","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis/mycosis (ABPA/M) is a complex non-infectious pulmonary benign disease characterized by an immune response against aspergillus/fungus. Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), typically recognized as a tumor marker, also elevated in certain benign diseases. Few studies on ABPA/M cases presenting with elevated serum CEA levels have been reported.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>A cohort of 115 patients diagnosed as ABPA/M were divided into two groups (CEA normal and CEA elevated). The characteristics of ABPA/M patients in terms of its demographic profile, clinical symptoms, pertinent clinical laboratory examinations were analyzed. Levels of cytokines (IL-4, IL-5, GM-CSF, IFN-γ) were analyzed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Comparative evaluation included pre-therapy and post-treatment eosinophil count and total IgE level, to evaluate therapeutic disparities between the two groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 115 cases of ABPA/M, 32 exhibited elevated serum CEA levels above baseline and 83 were normal. ABPA/M patients with elevated serum CEA tended to be younger (50, IQR [43-56] years vs 59, IQR [47-68] years; P < 0.05) with superior pulmonary function (FEV1/FVC ratio, 65.1% (44.2, 79.6) vs 79.1% (65.2, 84.2), P < 0.05), and showed marginally higher baseline levels of the total IgE (P < 0.05), blood eosinophils counts and ratios (P < 0.01) compared to those with normal CEA. Higher serum levels of IL-4, IL-5, GM-CSF and IFN-γ in ABPA/M patients with elevated serum CEA levels were observed (P < 0.0001). After treatment (at 12w), compared to ABPA/M patients with normal serum CEA, the decrease in eosinophil count and total IgE levels was less pronounced in ABPA/M patients with elevated serum CEA eosinophil count, 523±481.66 vs 267±200.68, P < 0.05; total IgE, 619±680.47 vs 263±400.90, P < 0.05), which indicates a poor response to treatment.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Monitoring serum CEA levels may serve as a supplementary tool in the clinical management of ABPA/M patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1313-1323"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11683200/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142907073","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Early and Sustained Response to Benralizumab in Severe, Eosinophilic Asthma: A Real-World Observational Study.","authors":"Daiana Stolz, Claudio Schuoler, Florian Charbonnier, Pierre-Olivier Bridevaux, Peter Jandus, Jörg D Leuppi, Nikolay Pavlov, Andreas Piecyk, Thomas Rothe","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S495867","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S495867","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Although studies have evaluated benralizumab, a monoclonal IL-5 receptor α antibody in severe eosinophilic asthma (SEA), in real-world settings, additional evidence is needed to further characterize its effectiveness in specific patient populations. Our study aimed to evaluate asthma control over 56 weeks in patients treated with benralizumab in Swiss real-world settings.</p><p><strong>Patients and methods: </strong>Conducted across 13 centres, this prospective, observational, non-interventional study involved 73 adults with physician confirmed SEA. Benralizumab 30 mg was administered according to the Swiss label at baseline and up to week 56. Primary outcome was the change in Asthma Control Questionnaire (ACQ-5) scores at week 8 compared to baseline. Exacerbations, use of oral corticosteroids (OCS), and lung function were assessed descriptively.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>At baseline, the mean ACQ-5 score was 2.76 (SD 1.26), with 82.2% of patients showing not well-controlled asthma (ACQ-5 > 1.5). At week 8, the mean change in ACQ-5 compared to baseline was -0.95 (95% CI: -1.25, -0.66; p < 0.001). More than half of patients (59.1%) reached a clinically relevant improvement (MCID ≥ 0.5) at week 8, with 40.9% of patients doing so at week 1 and 87.2% at week 56. The annualized exacerbation rate (AER) of 3.65 (95% CI: 3.18, 4.18) at baseline was reduced to 0.68 (95% CI: 0.39, 1.19) at week 56. The relative reduction in AER from baseline to week 56 was 81.3%. Maintenance usage of OCS at baseline (median 25.0 mg/day) decreased over the study leading to a median change of 17.50 mg/day (95% CI: 10.0; 40.0) from baseline compared to week 56. The mean pre-bronchodilator FEV1 change from baseline to week 56 was 0.23 L (95% CI: 0.08; 0.38, p = 0.003).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Benralizumab demonstrated significant, rapid improvements in asthma control within one week of treatment initiation, with sustained benefits over 56 weeks.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1301-1312"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11681818/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142903218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Fructose-Bisphosphate Aldolase Mediating Pollen-Food Allergy Syndrome.","authors":"Lisha Li, Junda Li, Kai Guan","doi":"10.2147/JAA.S493295","DOIUrl":"10.2147/JAA.S493295","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pollen-food allergy syndrome is an IgE-mediated allergic reaction arising from cross-reactive homologous allergens found in both food and pollen. Allergens, such as pathogenesis-related protein class 10 and profilin, usually trigger oropharyngeal itching and numbness in patients, whereas lipid transfer proteins tend to induce anaphylaxis. This article presents a case study of an individual with Artemisia pollen allergy who experienced anaphylaxis after consuming red fruit ginseng, a perennial herb belonging to the Campanulaceae family. This study revealed a novel allergen component mediating cross-allergy between Artemisia pollen and food, fructose-bisphosphate aldolase, which has not been documented in the literature concerning the pollen-food allergy syndrome. Fructose-bisphosphate aldolase tends to induce anaphylaxis in patients with Artemisia pollen-allergy and warrants clinicians' attention.</p>","PeriodicalId":15079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Asthma and Allergy","volume":"17 ","pages":"1287-1290"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11653883/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142853348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}