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  1. Article: Immunohistochemical Expression of Epithelial Cell Adhesion Molecule (EpCAM) in Salivary Gland Cancer: Correlation with the Biological Behavior.

    Kalaitsidou, Ioanna / Pasteli, Nikoleta / Venetis, Gregory / Poulopoulos, Athanasios / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 16

    Abstract: Salivary gland neoplasms comprise a diverse group of tumors with different biological behaviors and clinical outcomes. Understanding the underlying molecular alterations associated with these malignancies is critical for accurate diagnosis, prognosis, ... ...

    Abstract Salivary gland neoplasms comprise a diverse group of tumors with different biological behaviors and clinical outcomes. Understanding the underlying molecular alterations associated with these malignancies is critical for accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment strategies. Among the many biomarkers under investigation, epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM) has emerged as a promising candidate in salivary gland cancer research. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the differential expression of EpCAM in salivary gland cancer and its potential correlation with the biological behavior of these tumors. The clinical characteristics of 65 patients with salivary gland malignancy of different histopathological subtypes were included. We report the differential expression of EpCAM and the relationship between the clinical and histopathologic features of these tumors. Regarding the evaluation of the effect of EpCAM expression on survival, in our study, we showed that tumors with high EpCAM expression had reduced disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS) (
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-11
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662336-5
    ISSN 2075-4418
    ISSN 2075-4418
    DOI 10.3390/diagnostics13162652
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  2. Article ; Online: Is there an association with Wilson's disease and multiple tongue dysplasia lesions and in situ carcinoma? A case-report based literature review.

    Tatsis, Dimitris / Baliaka, Aggeliki / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Stomatologija

    2022  Volume 23, Issue 3, Page(s) 86–89

    Abstract: Wilson's Disease (WD) is a rare autosomal recessive hereditary disease with copper accumulation in the body, particularly the liver, brain and cornea. WD is widely treated with chelation agents who enable the copper excretion. Since high concentrations ... ...

    Abstract Wilson's Disease (WD) is a rare autosomal recessive hereditary disease with copper accumulation in the body, particularly the liver, brain and cornea. WD is widely treated with chelation agents who enable the copper excretion. Since high concentrations of copper are toxic, WD is associated with hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma, with low incidence of other types of cancer. We present a case of a 33 year old man who was treated in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki with multiple dysplasia lesions and an in situ carcinoma of the tongue, which is to our knowledge the first case report of oral lesions to a patient with WD. Literature is reviewed on copper levels on patients with head and neck cancer, and on chelation agents and their effect on cancer cells.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Brain/pathology ; Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/complications ; Hepatolenticular Degeneration/complications ; Hepatolenticular Degeneration/pathology ; Hepatolenticular Degeneration/surgery ; Humans ; Liver Neoplasms/complications ; Male ; Tongue
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-23
    Publishing country Lithuania
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2416227-9
    ISSN 1822-301X ; 1392-8589
    ISSN (online) 1822-301X
    ISSN 1392-8589
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  3. Article: MicroRNA expression in patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue.

    Paraskevopoulos, K / Touplikioti, P / Antoniades, K

    Hippokratia

    2018  Volume 20, Issue 4, Page(s) 317

    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-01-25
    Publishing country Greece
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2491943-3
    ISSN 1790-8019 ; 1108-4189
    ISSN (online) 1790-8019
    ISSN 1108-4189
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  4. Article: Molecularly targeted drugs for the treatment of cancer: oral complications and pathophysiology.

    Dietrich, Em / Antoniades, K

    Hippokratia

    2013  Volume 16, Issue 3, Page(s) 196–199

    Abstract: Background: Targeted cancer therapy is a new approach for the treatment of cancer. It involves a specific molecular target, mainly a receptor that serves as a target for monoclonal antibodies or tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Side-effects of these new ... ...

    Abstract Background: Targeted cancer therapy is a new approach for the treatment of cancer. It involves a specific molecular target, mainly a receptor that serves as a target for monoclonal antibodies or tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Side-effects of these new regimens are described to be mild, compared to those of classical chemotherapy. There is a lack in the documentation and understanding of oral complications related to molecularly targeted drugs.
    Methods: In this review, we tried to make a systematic review of the databases Pubmed and Scopus, using "targeted cancer therapy" and "oral", or "mucositis", or "stomatitis", or "bleeding", or "hemorrhage" as search terms. Specific drug name searches were not conducted. The search yielded 97 results. Only articles related to EGFR and VEGFR inhibition were selected. Finally 13 articles met the criteria. RESULTS are discussed and possible pathogenetic mechanisms for the complications of targeted cancer therapy regimens are presented.
    Results: It appears that the most serious side-effect is mucositis/stomatitis that may affect the whole gastrointestinal tract. It rarely results in treatment discontinuation. Reduced saliva secretion, xerostomia and dysphagia can be severe with some regimens and interfere with food uptake. Osteonecrosis, wound healing impairment, spontaneous gingival bleeding and dysgeusia were also reported.
    Conclusions: Considering these data it is obvious that symptoms related to cancer treatment should be considered in the context of the holistic management of patients. Oral complications should not be ignored but recorded during physical examination, because they may significantly impair daily activities and patients' quality of life.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2013-07-14
    Publishing country Greece
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2491943-3
    ISSN 1790-8019 ; 1108-4189
    ISSN (online) 1790-8019
    ISSN 1108-4189
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  5. Article ; Online: Ajyal Salima a novel public-private partnership model for childhood obesity prevention in the Arab countries.

    Habib-Mourad, Carla / Hwalla, Nahla / Maliha, Carla / Zahr, Sarah / Antoniades, Karine

    Frontiers in public health

    2022  Volume 10, Page(s) 1012752

    Abstract: The prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity among children is on the rise around the world. Meanwhile, comprehensive multi-sectorial approaches have been found to be effective in improving nutritional status among children. Ajyal Salima is a ... ...

    Abstract The prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity among children is on the rise around the world. Meanwhile, comprehensive multi-sectorial approaches have been found to be effective in improving nutritional status among children. Ajyal Salima is a public-private partnership (PPP) school-based nutrition and physical activity intervention program implemented in six Arab countries. Its objective is to promote healthy eating and physical activity habits among 9-11-year-old students. The stakeholders, involved with the implementation of the program, comprised (1) local authorities, ministries of Education and Health, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as public partners, (2) The American University of Beirut (AUB) as the academic/regional scientific partner, and (3) Nestlé as the private partner. The Ajyal Salima program encompasses four coordinated educational components: classroom sessions, family involvement, food service intervention, and training of trainers. The program's educational material has been culturally adapted to each country's needs, as well as pilot tested. This paper describes the strategies used to build the PPP framework of Ajyal Salima, and the role of each stakeholder. The Ajyal Salima program is an example of a promising and sustainable comprehensive PPP program to address childhood obesity, that can be exported to other countries in the region and globally.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Child ; Pediatric Obesity/prevention & control ; Health Promotion ; Public-Private Sector Partnerships ; Arabs ; Exercise
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2711781-9
    ISSN 2296-2565 ; 2296-2565
    ISSN (online) 2296-2565
    ISSN 2296-2565
    DOI 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1012752
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  6. Article: The Value of Three-Dimensional Modeling on Repositioning and Soft Tissue Filling in Microsurgical Reconstruction of Secondary Mandibular Defects: A Retrospective Study.

    Tilaveridis, Ioannis / Pantazi, Glykeria / Venetis, Gregory / Ditsios, Konstantinos / Angelopoulos, Christos / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Cureus

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 2, Page(s) e22336

    Abstract: Purpose Secondary mandibular defect reconstruction is a challenging operation. It is performed rather rarely, as in most of the cases a primary reconstruction is preferable. Restoration of function and symmetry, in secondary reconstruction of mandibular ... ...

    Abstract Purpose Secondary mandibular defect reconstruction is a challenging operation. It is performed rather rarely, as in most of the cases a primary reconstruction is preferable. Restoration of function and symmetry, in secondary reconstruction of mandibular defects, requires accurate repositioning of segments and appropriate soft tissue filling. The purpose of this study is to estimate the value of three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling to meet the above requirements, in secondary microsurgical reconstruction of mandibular defects. Methods Five cases of mandibular defects, with various degrees of asymmetry and dysfunction, were restored secondarily, with fibula flaps, after virtual reconstruction on a 3D model derived from their computed tomography, with the utilization of CAD-CAM software. Software reproduced symmetrical 3D models by mirroring the healthy side. Occlusion was restored by fine adjustments on 3D models and finally a reconstruction plate was pre-bent on them, prior to its sterilization for use in surgery. Three out of the five cases received an osteo-cutaneous flap, while in the other two patients, an osseous flap was used. Lower face symmetry, mouth opening, and main patient's complaints were evaluated pre- and postoperatively to assess the value of the 3D modeling. Results All flaps survived. Hematoma occurred in two patients and was resolved after evacuation. In two patients, a fistula observed, was attributed to screw loosening, and treated after a surgical debridement and screw replacement. Intraoral exposure in the posterior part of the fibula flap was recorded in one patient, possibly from wound dehiscence due to tension of the intraoral tissue, and successfully covered with an ipsilateral nasolabial flap. The resulting symmetry and function were satisfactory in all the patients. Conclusion Secondary mandibular defects are often related with cosmetic disfigurement, misalignment of mandibular segments, and mandibular malfunction. For the correction of mandibular continuity, symmetry, and restoration of function, preoperative 3D modeling may be an important tool, according to our results.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-17
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.22336
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  7. Article: Quality of Life in Patients With Tongue Cancer After Surgical Treatment: A 12-Month Prospective Study.

    Palitzika, Dimitra / Tilaveridis, Ioannis / Lavdaniti, Maria / Vahtsevanos, Konstantinos / Kosintzi, Angeliki / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Cureus

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 2, Page(s) e22511

    Abstract: Aim of the study The project assessed the quality of life in post-operative patients with tongue cancer at three-month intervals in the first year after the operation. Material and methods A longitudinal prospective cohort study was conducted in the oral ...

    Abstract Aim of the study The project assessed the quality of life in post-operative patients with tongue cancer at three-month intervals in the first year after the operation. Material and methods A longitudinal prospective cohort study was conducted in the oral and maxillofacial department of a large public general hospital in northern Greece. Fifty-six patients out of a total of 156 with oral cancer were chosen for the study, who completed distinct quality-of-life surveys (EORTC QLQ-C30, and QLQ Head & Neck Module FACT-G). Results Tumor size correlated negatively with various EORTC QLQ-C30 scores, such as role functioning (p = 0.004) and cognitive functioning (p = 0.007), in the third evaluation. Tumor size correlated positively with subscale problems such as social eating (p = 0.001) and weight loss (p = 0.004) in the QLQ Head & Neck Module. The role functioning subscale (p = 0.003), the pain subscale (p = 0.001), and the speech issues QLQ Head & Neck module subscale (p = 0.003) adversely correlated with cancer stage. Patients who received flap reconstruction significantly differed from those who did not, on the EORTC QLQ-C30 cognitive functioning (U = 139.0, p = 0.006), dyspnea (U = 391.5, p = 0.006), and diarrhea (U = 425.0, p = 0.007) subscales during the third evaluation. Differences were also found in the QLQ-H&N35 subscale of sticky saliva (U = 391.0, p = 0.006). Patients with flap reconstruction did not significantly differ from those with immediate closure after one year. Differences concerned the EORTC QLQ-C30 subscales of cognitive functioning, dyspnea, and diarrhea, and the QLQ Head & Neck Module subscale of sticky saliva on the third assessment. No statistically significant correlations were observed between tumor size and cancer stage in the fourth assessment, but the grade of cancer positively correlated with the EORTC QLQ-C30 subscale of constipation (p = 0.000). Conclusions Our study suggests that quality of life is impaired in patients with tongue cancer who have undergone surgical interventions, particularly within the first month post-operation. However, quality of life is fully restored one year after the surgical excision. Future studies should explore early interventions to help healthcare providers better treat this unique group of patients.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-23
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.22511
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  8. Article ; Online: Bone-vasculature interactions in the mandible: is bone an angiogenic tissue?

    Dietrich, E M / Antoniades, K

    Medical hypotheses

    2012  Volume 79, Issue 5, Page(s) 582–584

    Abstract: Starting from early stages of craniofacial development, the leading role of vasculature, in particular endothelial progenitor cells, becomes apparent. They are probably the cells that synthesize the appropriate bone morphogenetic protein (BMP), that ... ...

    Abstract Starting from early stages of craniofacial development, the leading role of vasculature, in particular endothelial progenitor cells, becomes apparent. They are probably the cells that synthesize the appropriate bone morphogenetic protein (BMP), that precedes neural crest cell migration and determines their final destination and skeletal development. During postnatal osteosynthesis in the mandible, angiogenesis similarly goes before osteosynthesis, regulates this process with the production of BMP-2 and serves as a scaffold for osteoblasts. This growth factor is involved in bone metabolism and bone injury repair. The dependence of bone from vasculature, is better understood when looking to osseous changes that result from vasculopathies and arteritides, like in diabetes mellitus and polyarteritis nodosa respectively, that affect the mandible more frequently than previously suspected. These changes are not only the result of a dysregulation of osteoblasts and osteoclasts, but of a complex network of factors that affect the vasculature, like VEGF and hypoxia. Abnormal vasculature results in qualitatively degradated bone, with an atypical architecture or even in bone necrosis. The dynamic interplay between vasculature and bone of the mandible, with the vasculature endothelium playing an initiating and regulatory role in osteosynthesis, supports the hypothesis of an angiogenic origin of bone. This hypothesis, helps in understanding of bone pathology, like avascular necrosis and of the impact of interventions and medications that affect vasculature, on bone metabolism.
    MeSH term(s) Blood Vessels/physiology ; Humans ; Mandible/blood supply ; Neovascularization, Physiologic
    Language English
    Publishing date 2012-11
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 193145-3
    ISSN 1532-2777 ; 0306-9877
    ISSN (online) 1532-2777
    ISSN 0306-9877
    DOI 10.1016/j.mehy.2012.07.021
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  9. Article: Lipoma of Parotid Gland: Report of Two Cases.

    Tilaveridis, Ioannis / Kalaitsidou, Ioanna / Pastelli, Nikoleta / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Journal of maxillofacial and oral surgery

    2018  Volume 17, Issue 4, Page(s) 453–457

    Abstract: Introduction: Lipoma is a benign mesenchymal tumor originating from adipose tissue cells. In the head and neck, this tumor is not common. The occurrence of lipomas in the parotid gland is extremely rare, ranging between 0.6 and 4%.: Case reports: In ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Lipoma is a benign mesenchymal tumor originating from adipose tissue cells. In the head and neck, this tumor is not common. The occurrence of lipomas in the parotid gland is extremely rare, ranging between 0.6 and 4%.
    Case reports: In this article, we present two clinical cases of lipomas of the superficial lobe of the parotid gland.
    Discussion: Clinical diagnosis of parotid gland lipomas is difficult, while usually, they are asymptomatic and presented as a painless swelling of the parotid gland. Tomographic imaging modalities are very accurate in preoperative diagnosis in contrast to FNA or FNAB which is not helpful in the case of lipoma. This pathological entity should be considered in the differential diagnosis of parotid gland's mass lesions. The usual indication for surgical intervention is cosmetic appearance. Meticulous surgical excision should be performed to avoid disturbing adverse events.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-01-15
    Publishing country India
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2502352-4
    ISSN 0974-942X ; 0972-8279
    ISSN (online) 0974-942X
    ISSN 0972-8279
    DOI 10.1007/s12663-018-1080-9
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  10. Article: Quality of Life in Oral Cancer Patients in Greek Clinical Practice: A Cohort Study.

    Lavdaniti, Maria / Tilaveridis, Ioannis / Palitzika, Dimitra / Kyrgidis, Athanasios / Triaridis, Stefanos / Vachtsevanos, Konstantinos / Kosintzi, Angeliki / Antoniades, Konstantinos

    Journal of clinical medicine

    2022  Volume 11, Issue 23

    Abstract: Cancer of the oral cavity is one of the most common cancers all over the world. Oral cancer and its treatment impacts on patients' Quality of Life (QOL). The purpose of the present study was to assess oral cancer patients' QOL after the completion of ... ...

    Abstract Cancer of the oral cavity is one of the most common cancers all over the world. Oral cancer and its treatment impacts on patients' Quality of Life (QOL). The purpose of the present study was to assess oral cancer patients' QOL after the completion of surgical therapy, and to investigate factors affecting it. This was a prospective cohort study, conducted at the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, of a large general public hospital in Northern Greece. The sample consisted of 135 consecutive eligible cancer patients. Three distinct questionnaires were used. The first one included questions regarding the participants' demographic characteristics and relevant clinical information. The second comprised the European Organization for Research and Treatment core module (EORTC QLQ-C30) and its head and neck module EORTC QLQ-H&N35. The third was the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G) assessment of quality of life. We also included the physician-completed Karnofsky scale to assess the functional status of the participants. We found that location of the tumor affects QOL and specifically social contact (H = 17.89,
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662592-1
    ISSN 2077-0383
    ISSN 2077-0383
    DOI 10.3390/jcm11237235
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