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  1. Article ; Online: Personalized Approaches to the Treatment of Hemostatic Disorders.

    Preston, Roger J S / O'Sullivan, Jamie M

    Seminars in thrombosis and hemostasis

    2021  Volume 47, Issue 2, Page(s) 117–119

    MeSH term(s) Hemostatic Disorders ; Hemostatics ; Humans
    Chemical Substances Hemostatics
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-02-26
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 196901-8
    ISSN 1098-9064 ; 0094-6176
    ISSN (online) 1098-9064
    ISSN 0094-6176
    DOI 10.1055/s-0041-1723800
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  2. Article ; Online: Potential mechanisms of resistance to current anti-thrombotic strategies in Multiple Myeloma.

    Comerford, Claire / Glavey, Siobhan / O'Sullivan, Jamie M / Quinn, John

    Cancer drug resistance (Alhambra, Calif.)

    2022  Volume 5, Issue 1, Page(s) 214–228

    Abstract: ... of immunoglobulins/"M-proteins" on both the endothelium and on fibrin fibre polymerisation. It thus appears clear ...

    Abstract Multiple Myeloma (MM) is a common haematological malignancy that is associated with a high rate of venous thromboembolism (VTE) with almost 10% of patients suffering thrombosis during their disease course. Recent studies have shown that, despite current thromboprophylaxis strategies, VTE rates in MM remain disappointingly high. The pathophysiology behind this consistently high rate of VTE is likely multifactorial. A number of factors such as anti-thrombin deficiency or raised coagulation Factor VIII levels may confer resistance to heparin in these patients, however, the optimal method of clinically evaluating this is unclear at present, though some groups have attempted its characterisation with thrombin generation testing (TGT). In addition to testing for heparin resistance, TGT in patients with MM has shown markedly varied abnormalities in both endogenous thrombin potential and serum thrombomodulin levels. Apart from these thrombin-mediated processes, other mechanisms potentially contributing to thromboprophylaxis failure include activated protein C resistance, endothelial toxicity secondary to chemotherapy agents, tissue factor abnormalities and the effect of immunoglobulins/"M-proteins" on both the endothelium and on fibrin fibre polymerisation. It thus appears clear that there are a multitude of factors contributing to the prothrombotic milieu seen in MM and further work is necessitated to elucidate which factors may directly affect and inhibit response to anticoagulation and which factors are contributing in a broader fashion to the hypercoagulability phenotype observed in these patients so that effective thromboprophylaxis strategies can be employed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ISSN 2578-532X
    ISSN (online) 2578-532X
    DOI 10.20517/cdr.2021.115
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  3. Article ; Online: The role of VWF/FVIII in thrombosis and cancer progression in multiple myeloma and other hematological malignancies.

    Comerford, Claire / Glavey, Siobhan / Quinn, John / O'Sullivan, Jamie M

    Journal of thrombosis and haemostasis : JTH

    2022  Volume 20, Issue 8, Page(s) 1766–1777

    Abstract: Cancer associated thrombosis (CAT) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, highlighting an unmet clinical need to improve understanding of the pathophysiology of CAT. Multiple myeloma (MM) is associated with one of the highest rates of ... ...

    Abstract Cancer associated thrombosis (CAT) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, highlighting an unmet clinical need to improve understanding of the pathophysiology of CAT. Multiple myeloma (MM) is associated with one of the highest rates of thrombosis despite widespread use of thromboprophylactic agents. The pathophysiology of thrombosis in MM is multifactorial and patients with MM appear to display a hypercoagulable phenotype with potential contributory factors including raised von Willebrand factor (VWF) levels, activated protein C resistance, impaired fibrinolysis, and abnormal thrombin generation. In addition, the toxic effect of anti-myeloma therapies on the endothelium and contribution to thrombosis has been widely described. Elevated VWF/factor VIII (FVIII) plasma levels have been reported in heterogeneous cohorts of patients with MM and other hematological malignancies. In specific studies, high plasma VWF levels have been shown to associate with VTE risk and reduced overall survival. While the mechanisms underpinning this remain unclear, dysregulation of the VWF and A Disintegrin And Metalloprotease Thrombospondin type 1, motif 13 (ADAMTS-13) axis is evident in certain solid organ malignancies and correlates with advanced disease and thrombosis. Furthermore, thrombotic microangiopathic conditions arising from deficiencies in ADAMTS-13 and thus an accumulation of prothrombotic VWF multimers have been reported in patients with MM, particularly in association with specific myeloma therapies. This review will discuss current evidence on the pathophysiological mechanisms underpinning thrombosis in MM and in particular summarize the role of VWF/FVIII in hematological malignancies with a focus on thrombotic risk and emerging evidence for contribution to disease progression.
    MeSH term(s) ADAMTS13 Protein ; Factor VIII/therapeutic use ; Hematologic Neoplasms/complications ; Hematologic Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Hemostatics ; Humans ; Multiple Myeloma/complications ; Multiple Myeloma/drug therapy ; Thrombosis ; von Willebrand Factor/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Hemostatics ; von Willebrand Factor ; Factor VIII (9001-27-8) ; ADAMTS13 Protein (EC 3.4.24.87)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-23
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2112661-6
    ISSN 1538-7836 ; 1538-7933
    ISSN (online) 1538-7836
    ISSN 1538-7933
    DOI 10.1111/jth.15773
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  4. Article ; Online: Antithrombin inhibition using nanobodies to correct bleeding in hemophilia.

    O'Sullivan, Jamie M / O'Donnell, James S

    EMBO molecular medicine

    2020  Volume 12, Issue 4, Page(s) e12143

    Abstract: In this issue of EMBO Molecular Medicine, Barbon et al describe a new approach to rebalancing coagulation in patients with hemophilia (PWH) through targeted inhibition of anticoagulant antithrombin (AT) (Barbon et al, 2020). In contrast to previous ... ...

    Abstract In this issue of EMBO Molecular Medicine, Barbon et al describe a new approach to rebalancing coagulation in patients with hemophilia (PWH) through targeted inhibition of anticoagulant antithrombin (AT) (Barbon et al, 2020). In contrast to previous studies that used RNA interference (RNAi) therapy to reduce AT levels (Sehgal et al, 2015; Pasi et al, 2017), the authors utilized llama-derived single-domain antibodies (sdAbs or nanobodies) to inhibit AT activity (Fig 1). These engineered sdAbs successfully restored thrombin generation in hemophilic plasma and corrected bleeding phenotype in a murine hemophilia model. Furthermore, long-term AAV8-mediated hepatic expression of the sdAb was well tolerated and associated with a sustained correction in bleeding in hemophilia A and B mice. Collectively, these exciting data uncover a novel AT-targeting approach that may be useful as an alternative therapy for restoring normal hemostasis in PWH.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Anticoagulants/pharmacology ; Blood Coagulation/drug effects ; Hemophilia A/drug therapy ; Hemorrhage ; Humans ; Mice ; Single-Domain Antibodies/pharmacology
    Chemical Substances Anticoagulants ; Single-Domain Antibodies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-03-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type News ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 2467145-9
    ISSN 1757-4684 ; 1757-4676
    ISSN (online) 1757-4684
    ISSN 1757-4676
    DOI 10.15252/emmm.202012143
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  5. Article ; Online: The Biological Significance of von Willebrand Factor O-Linked Glycosylation.

    Ward, Soracha / O'Sullivan, Jamie M / O'Donnell, James S

    Seminars in thrombosis and hemostasis

    2021  Volume 47, Issue 7, Page(s) 855–861

    Abstract: ... of all secreted proteins in man. As such, the role of N- and O-linked glycan structures in modulating various ... linked and 10 O-linked glycans. Together, these carbohydrate chains account for 20% of VWF monomeric mass ... on the specific role played by O-linked glycans in modulating VWF biology. Specifically, VWF O-linked glycans have ...

    Abstract Glycosylation is a key posttranslational modification, known to occur on more than half of all secreted proteins in man. As such, the role of N- and O-linked glycan structures in modulating various aspects of protein biology is an area of much research. Given their prevalence, it is perhaps unsurprising that variations in glycan structures have been demonstrated to play critical roles in modulating protein function and have been implicated in the pathophysiology of human diseases. von Willebrand factor (VWF), a plasma glycoprotein that is essential for normal hemostasis, is heavily glycosylated, containing 13 N-linked and 10 O-linked glycans. Together, these carbohydrate chains account for 20% of VWF monomeric mass, and have been shown to modulate VWF structure, function, and half-life. In this review, we focus on the specific role played by O-linked glycans in modulating VWF biology. Specifically, VWF O-linked glycans have been shown to modulate tertiary protein structure, susceptibility to ADAMTS13 proteolysis, platelet tethering, and VWF circulatory half-life.
    MeSH term(s) ADAMTS13 Protein ; Blood Platelets/metabolism ; Glycosylation ; Humans ; Polysaccharides ; Protein Processing, Post-Translational ; von Willebrand Factor/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Polysaccharides ; von Willebrand Factor ; ADAMTS13 Protein (EC 3.4.24.87)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-15
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 196901-8
    ISSN 1098-9064 ; 0094-6176
    ISSN (online) 1098-9064
    ISSN 0094-6176
    DOI 10.1055/s-0041-1726373
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  6. Article ; Online: von Willebrand factor promotes wound healing.

    O'Donnell, James S / O'Sullivan, Jamie M

    Blood

    2019  Volume 133, Issue 24, Page(s) 2553–2555

    MeSH term(s) Factor VIII ; Heparin ; Humans ; Wound Healing ; von Willebrand Diseases ; von Willebrand Factor
    Chemical Substances von Willebrand Factor ; Factor VIII (9001-27-8) ; Heparin (9005-49-6)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-13
    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.2019001175
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  7. Article: Personalized Approaches to the Treatment of Hemostatic Disorders

    Preston, Roger J.S. / O'Sullivan, Jamie M.

    Seminars in Thrombosis and Hemostasis

    (Personalized Approaches to Bleeding and Thrombotic Disorders)

    2021  Volume 47, Issue 02, Page(s) 117–119

    Series title Personalized Approaches to Bleeding and Thrombotic Disorders
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-02-26
    Publisher Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.
    Publishing place Stuttgart ; New York
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 196901-8
    ISSN 1098-9064 ; 0094-6176
    ISSN (online) 1098-9064
    ISSN 0094-6176
    DOI 10.1055/s-0041-1723800
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  8. Article ; Online: Advances in the Management of Cancer-Associated Thrombosis.

    Dhami, Sukhraj Pal Singh / Patmore, Sean / O'Sullivan, Jamie M

    Seminars in thrombosis and hemostasis

    2021  Volume 47, Issue 2, Page(s) 139–149

    Abstract: The association between cancer and venous thromboembolism (VTE) has been established for more than 150 years. Nevertheless, cancer-associated thrombosis still remains a major clinical challenge and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality ... ...

    Abstract The association between cancer and venous thromboembolism (VTE) has been established for more than 150 years. Nevertheless, cancer-associated thrombosis still remains a major clinical challenge and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality for patients with cancer. The clinical presentation of cancer-associated thrombosis can be distinct from that of a patient without an underlying malignancy. Moreover, specific cancer types, including pancreatic cancer and hematological malignancies, as well as advanced stage disease can confer a significant thrombotic risk. This risk is further augmented by specific anticancer treatment modalities. The pathophysiology of cancer-associated thrombosis is complex and multifactorial. However, understanding the biological mechanisms underpinning VTE risk may provide insight into novel targeted prophylaxis in cancer patients. Over the last decade, low-molecular-weight heparin has been the preferred anticoagulant agent for patients with cancer-associated thrombosis due to improved efficacy compared with vitamin K antagonists. However, the advent of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) has added to the repertoire of ammunition now at the disposal of clinicians to aid in the management of cancer-associated thrombosis. Several randomized controlled trials have now been published, demonstrating DOAC as a noninferior alternative for both the treatment and prevention of cancer-associated thrombosis. Notwithstanding this, limitations for their widespread use remain, with the potential for increased bleeding risk, drug interactions, and poor DOAC metabolism. This review discusses the evidence base for the incidence and risk factors associated with VTE in cancer, development, and refinement of risk prediction models and novel advances in the therapeutic management of cancer-associated thrombosis.
    MeSH term(s) Anticoagulants/pharmacology ; Anticoagulants/therapeutic use ; Humans ; Neoplasms/complications ; Risk Factors ; Thrombosis/drug therapy ; Thrombosis/etiology
    Chemical Substances Anticoagulants
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-02-26
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 196901-8
    ISSN 1098-9064 ; 0094-6176
    ISSN (online) 1098-9064
    ISSN 0094-6176
    DOI 10.1055/s-0041-1722863
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  9. Article ; Online: Platelets in malaria pathogenesis.

    O'Sullivan, Jamie M / O'Donnell, James S

    Blood

    2018  Volume 132, Issue 12, Page(s) 1222–1224

    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Blood Platelets ; Humans ; Malaria ; Parasites ; Plasmodium
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-09-20
    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-2018-08-865618
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  10. Article: Hamstring Injury Rehabilitation and Prevention in the Female Athlete.

    O'Sullivan, Lucy / Preszler, Jamie / Tanaka, Miho

    International journal of sports physical therapy

    2022  Volume 17, Issue 6, Page(s) 1184–1193

    Abstract: Hamstring injuries (HSIs) are common in female athletes and are associated with a lengthy recovery period and a high rate of reinjury. Currently, the majority of existing literature investigating HSI rehabilitation has been conducted using male ... ...

    Abstract Hamstring injuries (HSIs) are common in female athletes and are associated with a lengthy recovery period and a high rate of reinjury. Currently, the majority of existing literature investigating HSI rehabilitation has been conducted using male participants. However, female athletes display intrinsic anatomical and biomechanical differences compared to males that influences the way this population experiences HSIs and HSI rehabilitation. HSI rehabilitation and injury prevention guidelines for female athletes must take these differences into account. Female athletes display anatomical differences such as increased anterior pelvic tilting, gluteus maximus weakness, an increased pelvic width-to-femoral length ratio, and an increased degree of femoral anteversion, all of which can predispose females to HSIs. Maneuvers designed to strengthen the gluteal musculature and transverse abdominis can overcome these risk factors. Females show increased joint laxity and a greater range of motion of hip flexion and internal rotation compared to males. Females have lower passive hamstring stiffness than males, therefore hamstring flexibility exercises may not be as necessary during rehabilitation for females as in the male athlete population. Female athletes may instead benefit from trunk stabilization exercises and agility training due to neuromuscular control deficits that arise from the maturation and growth of the female pelvis. Existing literature on hamstring injury prevention shows consistent use of the Nordic Hamstring Exercise and balance exercises may reduce the risk of sustaining an HSI in both males and females, though more studies are needed to ascertain the optimal regimen for injury prevention in the female athlete population specifically. The goal of this clinical commentary is to discuss sex-specific anatomic and biomechanical differences of the lumbar, pelvic, and hip regions with the aim of providing guidelines for rehabilitation and injury prevention of HSIs in female athletes.
    Level of evidence: 5.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2628664-6
    ISSN 2159-2896
    ISSN 2159-2896
    DOI 10.26603/001c.38254
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