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  1. Article ; Online: From inflammation to cancer: entering a new frontier in the management of Erdheim-Chester disease.

    Nayak, Lakshmi

    Neuro-oncology

    2020  Volume 22, Issue 7, Page(s) 905–906

    MeSH term(s) Erdheim-Chester Disease ; Humans ; Inflammation ; Medical Oncology ; Neoplasms
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-04-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Editorial ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 2028601-6
    ISSN 1523-5866 ; 1522-8517
    ISSN (online) 1523-5866
    ISSN 1522-8517
    DOI 10.1093/neuonc/noaa110
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  2. Article ; Online: Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors for the treatment of primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL): current progress and latest advances.

    Schaff, Lauren / Nayak, Lakshmi / Grommes, Christian

    Leukemia & lymphoma

    2024  , Page(s) 1–13

    Abstract: The incidence of primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) has steadily increased, particularly in elderly patients. Although highly responsive to first-line chemotherapy and radiotherapy, approximately 50% of patients relapse or become refractory ... ...

    Abstract The incidence of primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) has steadily increased, particularly in elderly patients. Although highly responsive to first-line chemotherapy and radiotherapy, approximately 50% of patients relapse or become refractory within 1 year. Prognosis following relapse is dismal and no standard salvage therapy exists. Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK), a key regulator of the B-cell receptor (BCR) pathway, has emerged as a promising therapeutic target. The first BTK inhibitor ibrutinib has been evaluated in the relapsed/refractory PCNSL setting, with overall response rates of 51.9%-89.0% and median progression-free survival of 4.6-4.8 months. However, ibrutinib inhibits several kinases in addition to BTK, leading to off-target effects. Second-generation BTK inhibitors have since been developed, which afford greater selectivity for BTK and fewer off-target effects. We review current practices in the diagnosis and evaluation of PCNSL, as well as clinical trials of BTK inhibitors in PCNSL and future developments in PCNSL treatment.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1042374-6
    ISSN 1029-2403 ; 1042-8194
    ISSN (online) 1029-2403
    ISSN 1042-8194
    DOI 10.1080/10428194.2024.2333985
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  3. Article ; Online: Multifocal atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumour in an infant-a rare case report.

    Pai, Ashwin / Prasad, G Lakshmi / Vasudevan, Geetha / Nayak, Deepak M

    Child's nervous system : ChNS : official journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery

    2024  Volume 40, Issue 5, Page(s) 1591–1596

    Abstract: Background: Atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumours (AT/RT) are uncommon but aggressive, malignant tumours in the paediatric age group. Presentation of concomitant supratentorial and infratentorial lesions in an infant is extremely rare. We discuss an infant ...

    Abstract Background: Atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumours (AT/RT) are uncommon but aggressive, malignant tumours in the paediatric age group. Presentation of concomitant supratentorial and infratentorial lesions in an infant is extremely rare. We discuss an infant diagnosed with such lesions. Systematic PubMed search was conducted using keywords 'atypical teratoid /rhabdoid tumor', 'paediatric' and 'multifocal'. Reports were included for patients younger than 18 years with two or more lesions. The search yielded additional five cases and were tabulated. Age, sex, location, treatment given and survival/outcome were noted.
    Case report: A 10-month-old child presented with complaints of drowsiness and intractable vomiting. Imaging showed multifocal supra- and infratentorial lesions with obstructive hydrocephalus. The child underwent ventriculoperitoneal shunt followed by surgical removal of the posterior fossa lesion. Histopathological features were consistent with AT/RT.
    Conclusions: Multifocal AT/RT are very rare. The impact of multifocality in the outcome is not known as very few reports are available. Newer targeted therapies may offer insight in improving outcomes in the future.
    MeSH term(s) Infant ; Child ; Humans ; Rhabdoid Tumor/diagnosis ; Teratoma/surgery ; Brain Neoplasms/pathology ; Central Nervous System Neoplasms ; Hydrocephalus
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-02
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605988-0
    ISSN 1433-0350 ; 0302-2803 ; 0256-7040
    ISSN (online) 1433-0350
    ISSN 0302-2803 ; 0256-7040
    DOI 10.1007/s00381-023-06274-8
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  4. Article ; Online: Evidence-based management of primary and secondary CNS lymphoma.

    Khwaja, Jahanzaib / Nayak, Lakshmi / Cwynarski, Kate

    Seminars in hematology

    2023  Volume 60, Issue 5, Page(s) 313–321

    Abstract: Central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma has traditionally had very poor outcomes however advances in management have resulted in dramatic improvements and long-term survival of patients. We describe the evidence for treatment strategies for these ... ...

    Abstract Central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma has traditionally had very poor outcomes however advances in management have resulted in dramatic improvements and long-term survival of patients. We describe the evidence for treatment strategies for these aggressive disorders. In primary CNS lymphoma there are randomized trial data to inform treatment decisions but these are lacking to guide management in secondary CNS lymphoma. Dynamic assessment of patient fitness and frailty is key throughout treatment, alongside delivery of CNS-bioavailable therapy and enrolment in clinical trials, at each stage of the disease. Intensive high-dose methotrexate-containing induction followed by consolidation with autologous stem cell transplantation with thiotepa-based conditioning is recommended for patients who are fit. Less intensive chemoimmunotherapy, novel agents (including Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors, cereblon targeting immunomodulatory agents, and checkpoint inhibitors in the context of clinical trials), and whole brain radiotherapy may be reserved for less fit patients or disease which is chemoresistant. Data regarding the efficacy of chimeric antigen receptor T-cells therapy is emerging, and concerns regarding greater toxicity have not been realized. Future areas of prospective studies include the identification of those at high risk of developing CNS lymphoma, management in elderly or frail patients as well as incorporating novel agents into regimens, particularly for those with chemoresistant disease.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Aged ; Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation/methods ; Prospective Studies ; Combined Modality Therapy ; Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use ; Transplantation, Autologous ; Lymphoma/drug therapy ; Central Nervous System Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Central Nervous System Neoplasms/pathology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 206923-4
    ISSN 1532-8686 ; 0037-1963
    ISSN (online) 1532-8686
    ISSN 0037-1963
    DOI 10.1053/j.seminhematol.2023.11.003
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  5. Article ; Online: How I treat secondary CNS involvement by aggressive lymphomas.

    Alderuccio, Juan Pablo / Nayak, Lakshmi / Cwynarski, Kate

    Blood

    2023  Volume 142, Issue 21, Page(s) 1771–1783

    Abstract: Secondary central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma (SCNSL) is a rare but clinically challenging scenario with historically disappointing outcomes. SCNSL refers to lymphoma that has spread into the CNS concurrently with systemic disease or CNS relapse during ...

    Abstract Secondary central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma (SCNSL) is a rare but clinically challenging scenario with historically disappointing outcomes. SCNSL refers to lymphoma that has spread into the CNS concurrently with systemic disease or CNS relapse during or after frontline immunochemotherapy, presenting with or without systemic lymphoma. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) denotes the most common entity, but an increased incidence is observed in other histologies, such as Burkitt lymphoma and mantle-cell lymphoma. The incidence, timing in disease course, location, evidence supporting the use of CNS prophylaxis, and treatment pathways vary according to histology. No randomized data exist to delineate the best treatment approaches with current recommendations based on retrospective and single-arm studies. However, a regimen comprising immunochemotherapy, incorporating agents that cross the blood-brain barrier, followed by thiotepa-containing conditioning and autologous stem-cell transplant outlined in the international MARIETTA study demonstrated improvement in outcomes, representing a major accomplishment in the care of patients with DLBCL with SCNSL. Anti-CD19 chimeric antigen receptor T cell denotes a paradigm shift in the treatment of patients with systemic aggressive lymphomas, with emerging data also demonstrating efficacy without higher neurotoxicity in those with SCNSL. In this manuscript we discuss 5 clinical scenarios and review the evidence supporting our recommendations.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Adult ; Retrospective Studies ; Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/drug therapy ; Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/pathology ; Central Nervous System Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Thiotepa/therapeutic use ; Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols
    Chemical Substances Thiotepa (905Z5W3GKH)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-14
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S. ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 80069-7
    ISSN 1528-0020 ; 0006-4971
    ISSN (online) 1528-0020
    ISSN 0006-4971
    DOI 10.1182/blood.2023020168
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  6. Article ; Online: How I treat neurologic complications in patients with lymphoid cancer.

    Nayak, Lakshmi / Batchelor, Tracy T

    Blood

    2021  Volume 139, Issue 10, Page(s) 1469–1478

    Abstract: Neurologic complications of lymphoid cancer can be challenging to recognize and treat. The nervous system can be affected directly by hematogenous or local spread of lymphoma. Indirect neurologic effects of lymphoma include paraneoplastic syndromes and ... ...

    Abstract Neurologic complications of lymphoid cancer can be challenging to recognize and treat. The nervous system can be affected directly by hematogenous or local spread of lymphoma. Indirect neurologic effects of lymphoma include paraneoplastic syndromes and vascular complications. Lymphoma treatments can also cause neurologic complications. Early identification and treatment are crucial to stabilize or reverse neurologic deficits, prevent further nervous system injury, and optimize overall oncologic therapy. This article provides an overview of the different neurologic complications of lymphoma and its treatments, in addition to presenting case studies that emphasize commonly encountered clinical scenarios.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Lymphoma/complications ; Lymphoma/therapy ; Neoplasms/complications ; Nervous System Diseases/etiology ; Nervous System Diseases/therapy ; Paraneoplastic Syndromes/etiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ZDB-ID 80069-7
    ISSN 1528-0020 ; 0006-4971
    ISSN (online) 1528-0020
    ISSN 0006-4971
    DOI 10.1182/blood.2019003690
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  7. Article ; Online: The Milan system for reporting salivary gland cytopathology - Assessment of utility and the risk of malignancy.

    Prakash, Annu E / Sukumaran, Renu / Nayak, Nileena / Lakshmi, K / Mathews, Anitha / Kattoor, Jayasree

    Indian journal of cancer

    2023  

    Abstract: Background: Cytological diagnosis of salivary gland lesions furnishes several challenges to pathologists and clinicians owing to their diverse morphology and varying reporting terminology. The Milan system for reporting salivary gland cytopathology was ... ...

    Abstract Background: Cytological diagnosis of salivary gland lesions furnishes several challenges to pathologists and clinicians owing to their diverse morphology and varying reporting terminology. The Milan system for reporting salivary gland cytopathology was proposed to overcome these defects. The aim of this study was to grade histopathologically diagnosed cases of salivary gland pathology using Milan system and to correlate Milan system with histopathological diagnosis. The study aims to assess the utility of the Milan system and the risk of malignancy in each category.
    Materials and methods: This is a retrospective study of 4 years duration. All the cases of salivary gland pathology with fine-needle aspiration cytology findings from January 2015 to December 2018 were retrieved and classified according to the Milan system. Histopathology follow-up of these cases were reviewed from the archives, and risk of malignancy was calculated. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value were calculated using histopathological diagnosis as the gold standard.
    Results: Cytology slides of 151 cases were reviewed, and the Milan system was applied. Histopathology follow-up was obtained in 94 cases (attrition rate = 37.74%). The percentage of cases in each category were as follows: nondiagnostic = 9.27%, nonneoplastic = 4.64%, atypia of undetermined significance = 3.97%, benign neoplasm = 23.84%, neoplasm of uncertain malignant potential = 8.61%, suspicious for malignancy = 11.92%, and malignant = 37.75%. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of the Milan system were 94.20%, 96.00%, 98.48%, and 85.71%, respectively.
    Conclusion: The Milan system has high sensitivity and specificity in comparison with histopathology. This system proves helpful to the pathologist as well as the clinician in achieving uniformity of reporting terminology by classifying salivary gland lesions into subcategories with prognostic relevance.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-29
    Publishing country India
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 410194-7
    ISSN 1998-4774 ; 0019-509X
    ISSN (online) 1998-4774
    ISSN 0019-509X
    DOI 10.4103/ijc.IJC_158_21
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  8. Article ; Online: Experimental investigation of modified indirect solar dryer with integrated thermal storage material for drying of dhekia (Diplazium esculentum) fern.

    Saikia, Deepanka / Nayak, Prakash Kumar / Krishnan, Kesavan Radha / Kondareddy, Rajesh / Lakshmi, Durga Venkata Naga

    Environmental science and pollution research international

    2023  Volume 31, Issue 12, Page(s) 18143–18156

    Abstract: Food product drying is a crucial stage in the preservation of crops and agricultural by-products that are used as raw materials for numerous end applications. The novelty of the study is the application of a phase change material in a solar dryer to ... ...

    Abstract Food product drying is a crucial stage in the preservation of crops and agricultural by-products that are used as raw materials for numerous end applications. The novelty of the study is the application of a phase change material in a solar dryer to improve the effectiveness of drying and reducing the overall drying period for drying while retaining/improving the quality parameters of the dried dhekia (Diplazium esculentum). The modified indirect thermal storage integrated solar dryer made up of a single-pass solar collector is attached with the drying chamber of 16.5 kg capacity. A thermal energy storage system prepared with paraffin wax embedded inside the drying cabinet was used. The proposed solar dryer has a thermal efficiency that is 11 ± 0.2% greater than the conventionally constructed solar dryer and reduces drying time by 40 ± 2.1%. Drying kinetic analysis of dhekia was performed, and two new drying kinetic models were proposed to predict moisture ratio. From statistical analysis, it was found that the chi square value and root mean square error value fits well for the proposed models. The anti-oxidant, total phenolic content, and total flavonoid content values of samples dried in solar dryer exhibit better results compared to fresh, tray dried, and open sun-dried samples. The developed dryer shows better results in saving drying time and quality of the product. Due to its affordability and long-term solution for drying fresh farm goods, this dryer can be very helpful to small-scale farmers.
    MeSH term(s) Ferns ; Kinetics ; Desiccation/methods ; Sunlight ; Antioxidants ; Tracheophyta
    Chemical Substances Antioxidants
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-19
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1178791-0
    ISSN 1614-7499 ; 0944-1344
    ISSN (online) 1614-7499
    ISSN 0944-1344
    DOI 10.1007/s11356-023-25310-3
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  9. Article ; Online: Is it time to revisit R-CHOP for primary CNS lymphoma?

    Nayak, Lakshmi / Batchelor, Tracy T

    Blood

    2019  Volume 134, Issue 3, Page(s) 221–222

    MeSH term(s) Blood-Brain Barrier ; Cyclophosphamide ; Humans ; Lymphoma ; Rituximab ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha ; Vincristine
    Chemical Substances Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha ; Rituximab (4F4X42SYQ6) ; Vincristine (5J49Q6B70F) ; Cyclophosphamide (8N3DW7272P)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-07-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 80069-7
    ISSN 1528-0020 ; 0006-4971
    ISSN (online) 1528-0020
    ISSN 0006-4971
    DOI 10.1182/blood.2019001383
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  10. Article: Cell Junctions in Periodontal Health and Disease: An Insight.

    Puzhankara, Lakshmi / Rajagopal, Anjale / Kedlaya, Madhurya N / Karmakar, Shaswata / Nayak, Namratha / Shanmugasundaram, Shashikiran

    European journal of dentistry

    2023  

    Abstract: Cells are the building blocks of all living organisms. The presence of cell junctions such as tight junctions, gap junctions, and anchoring junctions between cells play a role in cell-to-cell communication in periodontal health and disease. A literature ... ...

    Abstract Cells are the building blocks of all living organisms. The presence of cell junctions such as tight junctions, gap junctions, and anchoring junctions between cells play a role in cell-to-cell communication in periodontal health and disease. A literature search was done in Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science to gather information about the effect of cell junctions on periodontal health and disease. The presence of tight junction in the oral cavity helps in cell-to-cell adhesiveness and assists in the barrier function. The gap junctions help in controlling growth and development and in the cell signaling process. The presence of desmosomes and hemidesmosomes as anchoring junctions aid in mechanical strength and tissue integrity. Periodontitis is a biofilm-induced disease leading to the destruction of the supporting structures of the tooth. The structures of the periodontium possess multiple cell junctions that play a significant role in periodontal health and disease as well as periodontal tissue healing. This review article provides an insight into the role of cell junctions in periodontal disease and health, and offers concepts for development of therapeutic strategies through manipulation of cell junctions.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-04
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2491711-4
    ISSN 1305-7464 ; 1305-7456
    ISSN (online) 1305-7464
    ISSN 1305-7456
    DOI 10.1055/s-0043-1775726
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