{"title":"Berberine in combination with anti-PD-L1 suppresses hepatocellular carcinoma progression and metastasis via Erk signaling pathway.","authors":"Ganggang Miao, Zhiyu Zhang, Meiyan Wang, Xingwei Gu, Dongxiao Xiang, Hongyong Cao","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002746","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002746","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Berberine (BBR) is an isoquinoline alkaloid extracted from Huang Lian and other herbal medicines. It has been reported to play a crucial role in multiple metabolic diseases and cancers. Programmed cell death-1 (PD-L1) is known as the immune checkpoint; immunotherapy targeting PD1/PD-L1 axis can effectively block its pro-tumor activity. However, the effect of the combined use of BBR and anti-PD-L1 on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) has not been reported.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Hep-3B and HCCLM3 cells were chosen as the experimental objects. To determine the potential anti-cancer activity of the combination of BBR and anti-PD-L1, we first treated v cells with BBR. The cell viability of Hep-3B and HCCLM3 with BBR treatment was measured by Cell Count Kit 8 assay. Cytometry by time-of-flight was performed to analyze tumor tissues after treatment with BBR and/or anti-PD-L1. Proliferation-, migration-, and invasion-related markers were measured by western blotting and immunohistochemistry.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results showed that BBR significantly inhibited the proliferation of Hep-3B and HCCLM3.The combination treatment of BBR and anti-PD-L1 had a prominent inhibitory effect on HCC tumorigenesis. Cytometry by time-of-flight analysis indicated that BBR affects the immune subsets in the tumors. Besides, BBR and anti-PD-L1 inhibited the migration and invasion of HCC by inactivating the phosphorylation of Erk.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study proposed that the combination treatment of BBR and anti-PD-L1 markedly inhibited the tumorigenesis of HCC by Erk signaling pathway. We hope our research can provide a new strategy for the potential of BBR as a therapeutic agent in the treatment of HCC.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"103-112"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918555/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661974","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Chandipura virus outbreak: a growing public health crisis that demands immediate action.","authors":"Huda Adnan, Izere Salomon, Maryam Ahmed","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002841","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002841","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"24-26"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918796/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661986","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Omer Usman, Maham Tariq, Muhammad W Khan, Muhammad U Shahbaz, Rehaab Mujahid, Osama Ijaz, Muhammad A Hassan
{"title":"Rectal bleeding due to cavernous hemangioma in Klippel-Trenuany syndrome: a rare presentation and review of management.","authors":"Omer Usman, Maham Tariq, Muhammad W Khan, Muhammad U Shahbaz, Rehaab Mujahid, Osama Ijaz, Muhammad A Hassan","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002724","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002724","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction and importance: </strong>Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare congenital disorder with an incidence of about 2-5:100 000. It is characterized by the triad of cutaneous hemangiomas, soft tissue or bone hypertrophy, and venous malformations. Gastrointestinal (GI) involvement in KTS, although uncommon, can lead to severe complications such as profuse GI bleeding. Our case highlights the challenges and management strategies of a patient with KTS.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>A 5-year-old child presented with rectal bleeding since birth, accompanied by swelling and bluish discoloration on left flank, and multiple varicose veins on left leg. Examination revealed small hemangiomatous lesions scattered along the torso and trunk. Barium enema showed diffuse mucosal irregularity with polypoidal filling defects in the rectum and sigmoid colon. Doppler ultrasound revealed slow-flow vascular lesions in the left flank and leg without arteriovenous communication. Computed tomography (CT) scan showed diffuse cavernous hemangiomas in the descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum. Histopathology demonstrated numerous dilated, irregular vascular channels with calcification and hemosiderin-laden macrophages.</p><p><strong>Clinical discussion: </strong>GI tract cavernous hemangiomas can cause chronic bleeding and anemia, necessitating careful evaluation. Imaging modalities like CT and Doppler ultrasound are crucial for assessing vascular lesions. Surgical interventions, including partial proctocolectomy and colorectal anastomosis, effectively control bleeding and improve outcomes. A multidisciplinary approach is essential for managing such cases.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This case underscores the importance of multidisciplinary management in KTS with GI bleeding. Effective diagnostic imaging and surgical treatment are key to managing severe complications and achieving successful outcomes. Long-term follow-up is crucial to monitor for recurrence and residual lesions.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"313-317"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918785/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143662054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jatin Motwani, Ameet Kumar, Laiba Azhar, Ayaan Ahmed Qureshi, Zukhruf Fatima, Saif Khalid, Verkha Kumari, Syeed Mahmud Nishat
{"title":"Diagnostic challenges and management of kikuchi-fujimoto disease: a rare case report.","authors":"Jatin Motwani, Ameet Kumar, Laiba Azhar, Ayaan Ahmed Qureshi, Zukhruf Fatima, Saif Khalid, Verkha Kumari, Syeed Mahmud Nishat","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002861","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002861","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, otherwise referred to as histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is a rare and self-limiting disorder characterized by fever, lymphadenopathy, and upper respiratory symptoms. The main target of the illness is young Asian adults and is more prevalent in females. This disease probably has viral triggering or autoimmune responses, and diagnosis depends on histopathological examination.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>We present a case of an 18-month history of recurrent high-grade fever with marked weight loss and an enlarged occipital lymph node in a 42-year-old diabetic male from Karachi, Pakistan. The patient's symptoms did not subside despite being hospitalized several times and receiving multiple courses of antibiotics. Physical examination revealed a firm, non-tender occipital lymph node. Laboratory studies showed mild anemia and leukopenia, raised inflammatory markers, but unremarkable imaging studies and autoimmune tests. An excisional biopsy of the lymph node confirmed KFD with necrotizing lymphadenitis showing characteristic karyorrhectic debris.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>This case epitomizes the diagnostic challenges of KFD, which can mimic a host of conditions like tuberculosis and lymphoma. The recurrent fevers in the presence of significant weight loss and failure to respond to the usual treatments raised suspicion for further detailed investigation. Excisional biopsy established the diagnosis and differentiated it from other conditions. The patient's rapid improvement with corticosteroid therapy aligns with established treatment protocols for KFD, thus proving its efficacy.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>KFD should be included in the differential diagnosis of fever of unknown origin. Diagnosis and management of KFD can avoid misdiagnosis and hence improve patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"403-406"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918722/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661994","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jawad Salamat Ali, Tooba Salamat Ali, Md Al Hasibuzzaman
{"title":"Latest FDA approved drug Elafibranor (Iqirvo): a novel prospect for treatment of primary biliary cholangitis.","authors":"Jawad Salamat Ali, Tooba Salamat Ali, Md Al Hasibuzzaman","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002868","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002868","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Elafibranor (Iqirvo) has recently received FDA approval for treating primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in combination with ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA). This novel drug, a dual peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-α/δ agonist, addresses the unmet need in PBC patients unresponsive to UDCA alone. Clinical trials, particularly the ELATIVE study, have shown significant biochemical improvements, including reduced alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels and optimized lipid profiles. While common side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort, more severe but rare adverse effects, such as muscle injury and new-onset cholelithiasis, were observed. Elafibranor represents a promising advance in PBC management, offering enhanced efficacy with a tolerable safety profile. However, further research is needed to assess its long-term effectiveness and safety.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"30-32"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918794/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143662136","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hafsah Alim Ur Rahman, Afia Salman, Muhammad Ahmed Ali Fahim, Abdul Moeed, Md Al Hasibuzzaman
{"title":"Trends in complications of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants, and grafts mortality rate in the United States (1999-2020).","authors":"Hafsah Alim Ur Rahman, Afia Salman, Muhammad Ahmed Ali Fahim, Abdul Moeed, Md Al Hasibuzzaman","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002850","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002850","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>To analyze mortality rates due to complications of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants, and grafts in the United States, International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, codes were used on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Wide-Ranging OnLine Data for Epidemiologic Research (CDC WONDER) database to retrieve death certificate data between the years 1999 and 2020 for patients aged 55 and above. Age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs), per 100 000 people, and annual percentage change along with their respective 95% confidence intervals were also calculated. Complications of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants, and grafts were responsible for 91 539 deaths among adults aged 55 years and older. The overall AAMR decreased from 9.2 in 1999 to 3.4 in 2020. AAMRs for men were higher than for women (overall AAMR men: 7.5; women: 4.5). Stratifying patients according to race the order of AAMRs from highest to lowest was as follows: non-Hispanic Black or African American (6.8), NH White: (5.9), NH American Indian or Alaska Native (5.7), Hispanic or Latino (4.0) and lastly NH Asian or Pacific Islander (3.2). State wise the top 90th percentile states with regard to mortality included West Virginia, South Carolina, Mississippi, North Dakota, and Alabama. In census regions the South had the highest AAMR (6.2) followed by the Midwest (6.0), the Northeast (5.4), and the West (5.1) with nonmetropolitan areas having higher AAMRs (7.0) than metropolitan areas (5.4). Further research and a more individualized pattern of treatment of older patients are necessary moving forward.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"234-241"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918553/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Insa Binte Anwar, Iqra Furqan Ahmed, Fariha Mahmood, Abdul Haseeb, Khabab Abbasher Hussien Mohamed Ahmed
{"title":"Hope on the horizon: FDA approves eplontersen for hereditary transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis.","authors":"Insa Binte Anwar, Iqra Furqan Ahmed, Fariha Mahmood, Abdul Haseeb, Khabab Abbasher Hussien Mohamed Ahmed","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002839","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002839","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"20-23"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918766/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661593","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Serene El Fil, Olivier Uwishema, Aisha Rizwan Ahmed, Tanya Ratnani, Ameen Rupani, Sarah Mshaymesh
{"title":"Immunotherapy in gastrointestinal cancers: current strategies and future directions - a literature review.","authors":"Serene El Fil, Olivier Uwishema, Aisha Rizwan Ahmed, Tanya Ratnani, Ameen Rupani, Sarah Mshaymesh","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002757","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002757","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The National Cancer Institute defines the disease of \"cancer\" as a group of disorders in which aberrant cells proliferate uncontrollably and have the potential to infiltrate neighboring tissues. It is well established that cancer remains a significant etiology contributing to worldwide mortality. Gastrointestinal (GI) neoplasms are a type of cancer that affects the digestive system and adds to the total cancer burden. Conventionally, several therapies have been employed, such as radiation and chemotherapy; nevertheless, their adverse effects have prompted the need for an improved therapeutic alternative. Immunotherapy thus became a notable medium of treatment for several malignancies, including tumors of the GI tract.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This comprehensive review seeks to provide insight on future directions and prospective therapies under development, as well as information regarding the present strategies utilized to mitigate one of the primary forms of cancer, GI cancer.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A detailed analysis of the existing literature on GI cancers has been conducted. Several databases were employed to gather this information, mainly PubMed/MEDLINE. Different aspects of the disease were considered when searching the databases to provide a comprehensive review of the current and future strategies being incorporated to mitigate the negative consequences of this disease.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Many strategies are being used currently, and some are still under development. These comprise the usage of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), cytokine therapy, cancer vaccines, oncolytic viruses, and adoptive cell therapy. For instance, various monoclonal antibodies have been developed to inhibit the immunomodulatory effects of programmed death-1 and programmed death-1 ligand. There are also results of several clinical trials showing significant benefits and many changes are introduced to make the best of these strategies and minimize the challenges to group sizes. These challenges include overcoming the tumor's immunosuppressive environment, finding suitable predictive biomarkers, and reducing the adverse effects. Additionally, several novel immunotherapeutic approaches, such as chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy, are being studied. In 2017, the US FDA approved the use of two CAR-T therapies, which marks a major milestone following extensive research and clinical trials. New approaches such as toll-like receptor-directed and helminth-based immunotherapies are being developed for the treatment of GI cancers as well. These therapies, along with targeted treatments, represent the future of immunotherapy in GI cancers.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Immunotherapy plays a significant role in the different types of GI cancers. However, optimizing these treatments will require overcoming barriers such as immune resistance, minimizing side effects, and improving the selection of ","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"151-160"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918700/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143661917","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nour Bannoud, Sultaneh Haddad, Karam Kababeh, Yara Hijazi, Khaledah Aladwan, Buthena Al Nserat, Lina Khouri, Hind Alsiddig, Shahd Ibrahim Ali Ahmed, Husam Dalati
{"title":"Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome in a child presented with bladder hemangioma: a rare manifestation of a rare syndrome.","authors":"Nour Bannoud, Sultaneh Haddad, Karam Kababeh, Yara Hijazi, Khaledah Aladwan, Buthena Al Nserat, Lina Khouri, Hind Alsiddig, Shahd Ibrahim Ali Ahmed, Husam Dalati","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002765","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002765","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare congenital anomaly. Involvement of visceral organs is rarely described, especially in the gastrointestinal system, liver, spleen, mediastinum, and genitourinary system, which typically leads to internal hemorrhage and may present as hematuria or hematochezia. Rectal and bladder bleeding in patients with KTS I are rare conditions.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>We present a rare instance of a 13-year-old female who experienced an unprompted visible hematuria for several days without any additional urinary symptoms. An investigative cystotomy was performed, which unveiled a hemangioma surrounding the opening of the left ureter and a large intramuscular hemangioma on the posterior wall.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>A review of the cases showed that most patients with bladder hemangioma associated with KTS were men with an average age of 16 years (range: 3-37 years). The symptom that we have detected in nearly all cases, including ours, was gross hematuria, except in one case with microscopic hematuria.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Pediatricians should suspect this syndrome in any child with one of its symptoms, especially since the skin manifestation is distinctive and indicative of this syndrome.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"343-346"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918554/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143662046","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nadeem A Ahmed, Faisal N Redwan, Akram S Jahjah, Zuhair A Al-Shehabi
{"title":"Evaluating high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I for early detection of treatment-related cardiotoxicity in HER2-positive breast cancer patients.","authors":"Nadeem A Ahmed, Faisal N Redwan, Akram S Jahjah, Zuhair A Al-Shehabi","doi":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002753","DOIUrl":"10.1097/MS9.0000000000002753","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Trastuzumab-related cardiotoxicity is a common adverse effect of HER2-positive breast cancer treatment, especially when combined with anthracyclines. However, to date, no definitive prognostic markers have been found to predict trastuzumab-related cardiotoxicity.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Patients diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer, scheduled to receive anthracyclines followed by 12 months of trastuzumab or with pertuzumab, were prospectively followed up for 27 months. Measurements of left ventricular ejection fraction LVEF, high-sesitivity troponin I hs-Tn I, and a full cardiac examination were performed at baseline, after anthracycline treatment, and after four cycles of anti-HER2 agents. Subsequently, LVEF measurement and full cardiac examination were conducted every 3 months until the end of the follow-up. Cardiotoxicity was defined as an absolute decrease in LVEF of ≥15%, or a drop in LVEF of ≥10% from the baseline to <50%.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 78 patients, cardiotoxicity occurred in 13 (16.7%). A higher risk of cardiotoxicity was linked to hs-Tn I measured after four cycles of anti-HER2 agents (<i>P</i> < 0.001), with a significant cutoff of >84 ng/L. No short-term effects of the anthracycline agents (doxorubicin or epirubicin), were found. However, there was a slightly higher tendency to develop cardiotoxicity (<i>P</i> = 0.046) in patients treated with trastuzumab plus pertuzumab.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Hs-Tn I measured after four cycles of trastuzumab in HER2-positive breast cancer patients could be an important predictor of cardiotoxicity induced by chemotherapy followed by anti-HER2 agents, particularly in the first year post-treatment, with a different cutoff value than that used in other cardiac conditions.</p>","PeriodicalId":8025,"journal":{"name":"Annals of Medicine and Surgery","volume":"87 1","pages":"93-102"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11918789/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143662085","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}