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  1. Article ; Online: Genetic diversity of rotavirus A in Argentina during 2019-2022: detection of G6 strains and insights regarding its dissemination.

    Degiuseppe, Juan Ignacio / Martelli, Antonella / Barrios Mathieur, Christian / Stupka, Juan Andrés

    Archives of virology

    2023  Volume 168, Issue 10, Page(s) 251

    Abstract: One of the challenges associated with introducing a vaccine is monitoring its impact through clinical and molecular surveillance. The aims of this study were to analyze the genetic diversity of rotavirus A in Argentina between 2019 and 2022 and to assess ...

    Abstract One of the challenges associated with introducing a vaccine is monitoring its impact through clinical and molecular surveillance. The aims of this study were to analyze the genetic diversity of rotavirus A in Argentina between 2019 and 2022 and to assess the phylogenetic and phylodynamic features of the unusual G6 strains detected. A significant decline in the Wa-like genogroup strains was observed, and G6 strains were detected for the first time in Argentina, in association with P[8] and P[9]. Spatiotemporal analysis showed that the G6-lineage I strains detected recently in Argentina and Brazil might have emerged from European strains. This study provides recent evidence of the genetic diversity of rotaviruses in isolated cases. It is considered important to support continuous surveillance of rotavirus in the post-vaccine scenario, mainly to evaluate potential changes that may occur after the COVID-19 pandemic.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Rotavirus/genetics ; Argentina/epidemiology ; Pandemics ; Phylogeny ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Genetic Variation
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-13
    Publishing country Austria
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 7491-3
    ISSN 1432-8798 ; 0304-8608
    ISSN (online) 1432-8798
    ISSN 0304-8608
    DOI 10.1007/s00705-023-05874-8
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  2. Article ; Online: Point-of-care detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigen among symptomatic vs. asymptomatic persons: Testing for COVID-19 vs. infectivity.

    Neukam, Karin / Lucero, Alicia / Gutiérrez-Valencia, Alicia / Amaya, Lucas / Echegoyen, Natalia / Martelli, Antonella / Videla, Cristina / Di Lello, Federico A / Martínez, Alfredo P

    Frontiers in public health

    2022  Volume 10, Page(s) 995249

    Abstract: Background: Management of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by a novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) requires rapid and simple methods to detect COVID-19 patients and identify potential infectors. ... ...

    Abstract Background: Management of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused by a novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) requires rapid and simple methods to detect COVID-19 patients and identify potential infectors. This study aimed to evaluate the utility of a point-of-care (PoC) rapid antigen diagnostic test (Ag-RDT) in these settings.
    Patients and methods: Individuals who consecutively presented for SARS-CoV-2 testing at a tertiary care center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, underwent PoC Ag-RDT testing and real-time RT-PCR (qRT-PCR) on the same day during June 2021.
    Results: Of 584 included subjects, 108 (18.5%) were symptomatic for COVID-19 while the remaining presented for miscellaneous reasons unrelated to possible or confirmed contact with a SARS-CoV-2-infected individual. A positive Ag-RDT result was obtained in 26 (24.1%) symptomatic and 7 (1.5%) asymptomatic persons (
    Conclusions: PoC Ag-RDT accurately detected active SARS-CoV-2 infection and showed acceptable diagnostic performance in asymptomatic persons potentially spreading infectious virus. Ag-RDT may therefore be useful to slow down or stop transmission by enabling adequate decisions on isolation at a public health level.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19/diagnosis ; SARS-CoV-2 ; COVID-19 Testing ; Point-of-Care Systems ; RNA, Viral/analysis ; Sensitivity and Specificity
    Chemical Substances RNA, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-17
    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.2022.995249
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  3. Article ; Online: Heterologous gam-COVID-vac (sputnik V)/mRNA-1273 (moderna) vaccination induces a stronger humoral response than homologous sputnik V in a real-world data analysis.

    Pereson, Matías J / Amaya, Lucas / Neukam, Karin / Baré, Patricia / Echegoyen, Natalia / Badano, María Noel / Lucero, Alicia / Martelli, Antonella / Garcia, Gabriel H / Videla, Cristina / Martínez, Alfredo P / Di Lello, Federico A

    Clinical microbiology and infection : the official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

    2022  Volume 28, Issue 10, Page(s) 1382–1388

    Abstract: Objectives: To compare the homologous prime-boost vaccination scheme of Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V (SpV)) to its heterologous combination with mRNA-1273 (Moderna (Mod)) vaccine.: Methods: SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike (S)-receptor binding domain (RBD) IgG ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: To compare the homologous prime-boost vaccination scheme of Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V (SpV)) to its heterologous combination with mRNA-1273 (Moderna (Mod)) vaccine.
    Methods: SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike (S)-receptor binding domain (RBD) IgG concentration was assessed three to seven weeks after complete vaccination. Reactogenicity was evaluated by declared side events and medical assistance required until day 7 post boost.
    Results: Of 190 participants enrolled, 105 received homologous SpV/SpV and the remaining heterologous SpV/Mod vaccination scheme, respectively. Median (interquartile range (IQR)) age was 54 (37-63) years, 132 out of 190 (69.5%) were female, and 46 out of 190 (24.2%) individuals had a prior confirmed COVID-19. Anti-S-RBD IgG median (IQR) titers were significantly higher for SpV/Mod (2511 (1476-3992) binding antibody units (BAU)/mL) than for SpV/SpV (582 (209-1609) BAU/mL; p < 0.001] vaccination scheme. In a linear model adjusted for age, gender, time to the serological assay, and time between doses, SpV/Mod (4.154 (6.585-615.554); p < 0.001] and prior COVID (3.732 (8.641-202.010); p < 0.001) were independently associated with higher anti-S-RBD IgG values. A higher frequency of mild and moderate adverse effects was associated with the heterologous scheme (20 of 85 (23.5%) vs. 13 of 105 (12.4%); p = 0.043 and 27 of 85 (31.8%) vs. 14 of 105 (13.3%); p = 0.002), respectively, although it was well tolerated by all individuals and no medical assistance was required.
    Discussion: The heterologous SpV/Mod combination against SARS-CoV-2 is well tolerated and significantly increases humoral immune response as compared to the homologous SpV/SpV immunization.
    MeSH term(s) 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273/adverse effects ; Antibodies, Viral ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; COVID-19 Vaccines/adverse effects ; Data Analysis ; Female ; Humans ; Immunoglobulin G ; Male ; Middle Aged ; SARS-CoV-2/genetics
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Immunoglobulin G ; 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273 (EPK39PL4R4)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-17
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1328418-6
    ISSN 1469-0691 ; 1470-9465 ; 1198-743X
    ISSN (online) 1469-0691
    ISSN 1470-9465 ; 1198-743X
    DOI 10.1016/j.cmi.2022.05.009
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  4. Article ; Online: Heterologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V)/mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination: Author's response.

    Pereson, Matías J / Neukam, Karin / Amaya, Lucas / Bare, Patricia / Echegoyen, Natalia / Badano, María Noel / Lucero, Alicia / Martelli, Antonella / Garcia, Gabriel H / Videla, Cristina / Martínez, Alfredo P / Di Lello, Federico A

    Clinical microbiology and infection : the official publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

    2022  Volume 28, Issue 11, Page(s) 1514–1515

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273 ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; Vaccination
    Chemical Substances 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273 (EPK39PL4R4)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-17
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 1328418-6
    ISSN 1469-0691 ; 1470-9465 ; 1198-743X
    ISSN (online) 1469-0691
    ISSN 1470-9465 ; 1198-743X
    DOI 10.1016/j.cmi.2022.06.007
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  5. Article ; Online: Assessment of the humoral response to the homologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) or heterologous Sputnik V/mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 in dialysis patients.

    Laham, Gustavo / Martínez, Alfredo P / Rojas Gimenez, Wanda / Amaya, Lucas / Abib, Anabel / Echegoyen, Natalia / Díaz, Carlos / Lucero, Alicia / Martelli, Antonella / Videla, Cristina / Neukam, Karin / Di Lello, Federico Alejandro

    Journal of nephrology

    2022  Volume 36, Issue 3, Page(s) 861–872

    Abstract: Background and aim: Dialysis patients are a high-risk population and have a reduced immune response to vaccination against SARS-CoV-2. The aim of this study was to assess the humoral response to homologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) and heterologous ... ...

    Abstract Background and aim: Dialysis patients are a high-risk population and have a reduced immune response to vaccination against SARS-CoV-2. The aim of this study was to assess the humoral response to homologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) and heterologous Sputnik V/mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination in dialysis patients. The vaccination scheme depended on dose availability and the prioritization of risk populations as established by the Argentine Ministry of Health.
    Methods: Previous COVID-19 infection was determined in symptomatic patients. Binding IgG antibodies against the spike (S) receptor-binding domain (RBD) of SARS-CoV-2 (anti-S-RBD) concentration was assessed between 3 and 16 weeks after the boost dose. Anti-S-RBD antibodies were quantified using the Abbott Diagnostics SARS-CoV-2 IgG II Quant chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) on an Architect i2000 SR and an Alinity I analyzer (Abbott Diagnostics, Abbott Park, Illinois, USA). To standardize the results to WHO binding antibody units (BAU), a correction factor for Abbott arbitrary units (AU) was applied where 1 BAU/mL equals 0.142 AU, as previously established by Abbott with the WHO international standard NIBSC 20-136. Following the manufacturer's recommendations, samples were considered reactive for anti-S-RBD when titers were above 50 AU/mL (7.2 BAU/mL). An 80% protective effect (PROT-80) against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection was assumed when anti-S-RBD titers were 506 BAU/ml or higher. Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) score was classified as mild = 1-2, moderate = 3-4, and severe ≥ 5. Side effects were evaluated until day 7 by patients´ self-reported questionnaire.
    Results: One hundred seven participants were enrolled [n = 84 homologous (SpV/SpV), nn 23 heterologous (SpV/Mod)]. Median (IQR) age was 64 (50-75) years old and 79 (73.8%) were male. Additionally, 19 (22.6%) of the SpV/SpV and 4 (17.4%) of the SpV/Mod group had a prior confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection (p = 0.589). In the overall population, 103 patients reached seroconversion (96.3%). Anti-S-RBD IgG median titers (IQR) were higher in the heterologous [1222 (288-5680) BAU/mL] than in the homologous scheme [447 (100-1551) BAU/mL], p = 0.022. In a linear model adjusted for age, gender, days from first vaccination to boost dose and days from the boost dose to the anti-S-RBD IgG determination, previous SARS-COV-2 infection (B: 2062.2; CI95: 1231.8-2892.6; p < 0.001), and SpV/Mod vaccination scheme (B: 1294.6; CI95: 435.58-2147.6; p = 0.003) were independently associated with anti-S-RBD levels. Finally, a higher frequency of adverse effects was associated with the heterologous scheme, although they were well tolerated by all individuals.
    Conclusions: The present study provides evidence that the homologous SpV/SpV and heterologous SpV/Mod schemes showed good efficacy and safety in patients on chronic dialysis. These results could be useful for designing future vaccination strategies, especially aimed at this risk group.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Aged ; Female ; SARS-CoV-2 ; COVID-19 ; 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273 ; Renal Dialysis ; Immunoglobulin G
    Chemical Substances 2019-nCoV Vaccine mRNA-1273 (EPK39PL4R4) ; Immunoglobulin G
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-24
    Publishing country Italy
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1093991-x
    ISSN 1724-6059 ; 1120-3625 ; 1121-8428
    ISSN (online) 1724-6059
    ISSN 1120-3625 ; 1121-8428
    DOI 10.1007/s40620-022-01446-2
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  6. Article ; Online: Heterologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) / mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination induces a stronger humoral response than homologous Sputnik V in a real-world data analysis

    Pereson, Matias Javier / Amaya, Lucas / Neukam, Karin / Bare, Patricia / Echegoyen, Natalia / Badano, Maria Noel / Lucero, Alicia / Martelli, Antonella / Garcia, Gabriel / Videla, Cristina / Martinez, Alfredo / Di Lello, Federico Alejandro

    medRxiv

    Abstract: Introduction: Growing data are demonstrating safety and immunogenicity of heterologous vaccination schemes against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. This strategy opens up the possibility of a shorter path towards ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Growing data are demonstrating safety and immunogenicity of heterologous vaccination schemes against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. This strategy opens up the possibility of a shorter path towards the end of the pandemic. Objective: To compare the homologous prime-boost vaccination scheme of Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V, SpV) to its heterologous combination with mRNA-1273 (Moderna, Mod) vaccine. Methods: SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike (S)-receptor binding domain (RBD) IgG concentration was assessed three to seven weeks after complete vaccination. Reactogenicity was evaluated by declared side events and medical assistance required until day 7 post-boost. Results: Of 190 participants enrolled, 105 received homologous SpV/SpV and the remaining heterologous SpV/Mod vaccination scheme, respectively. Median (interquartile range, IQR) age was 54 (37-63) years, 132 (69.5%) were female and 46 (24.2%) individuals had a prior confirmed COVID-19. Anti-S-RBD IgG median (IQR) titers were significantly higher for SpV/Mod [2511 (1476-3992) BAU/mL] than for SpV/SpV [582 (209-1609) BAU/mL, p<0.001] vaccination scheme. In a linear model adjusted for age, gender, time to the serological assay and time between doses, SpV/Mod [4.154 (6.585-615.554), p<0.001] and prior COVID [3.732 (8.641-202.010), p<0.001] were independently associated with higher anti-S-RBD IgG values. A higher frequency of mild-moderate adverse effects was associated with the heterologous scheme, although it was well tolerated by all individuals and no medical assistance was required. Conclusion: The heterologous SpV/Mod combination against SARS-CoV-2 is well tolerated and significantly increases humoral immune response as compared to the homologous SpV/SpV immunization.
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-16
    Publisher Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press
    Document type Article ; Online
    DOI 10.1101/2022.04.08.22273532
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  7. Article ; Online: Assessment of the humoral response to the homologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) or heterologous Sputnik V/mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 in dialysis patients.

    Laham, Gustavo / Martinez, Alfredo Pedro / Rojas Gimenez, Wanda / Amaya, Lucas / Abib, Anabel / Echegoyen, Natalia / Diaz, Carlos / Lucero, Alicia / Martelli, Antonella / Videla, Cristina / Neukam, Karin / Di Lello, Federico Alejandro

    medRxiv

    Abstract: Introduction: The humoral response to vaccines is the most used tool to evaluate the protection against SARS-CoV-2 infection. Dialysis patients are a high-risk population and have a reduced immune response to vaccination. Objective: To assess the humoral ...

    Abstract Introduction: The humoral response to vaccines is the most used tool to evaluate the protection against SARS-CoV-2 infection. Dialysis patients are a high-risk population and have a reduced immune response to vaccination. Objective: To assess the humoral response to homologous Gam-COVID-Vac (Sputnik V) and heterologous Sputnik V/mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccination in dialysis patients. Methods: SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike IgG (RBD) concentration was estimated 3-16 weeks after complete vaccination. Reactogenicity was evaluated until day 7 by patients self-reported side events. Results: 107 participants were enrolled [n=84 homologous (SpV/SpV), n=23 heterologous (SpV/Mod)]. Median (IQR) age was 64 (50-75) years old and 79 (73.8%) were male. Additionally, 19 (22.6%) of the SpV/SpV and 4 (17.4%) of the SpV/Mod group had a prior confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection (p=0.589). In the overall population, 103 patients reached seroconversion (96.3%). Anti-S-RBD IgG median titers (IQR) were higher in the heterologous [1222 (288-5680) BAU/mL] than in the homologous scheme [447 (100-1551) BAU/mL], p=0.022. In a linear model adjusted for age and gender, previous SARS-COV-2 infection (B: 1944.3; CI95: 1136.2-2753.4; p<0.001), and SpV/Mod vaccination scheme (B: 1241.5; CI95: 420.39-2062.6; p=0.003) were independently associated with anti-S-RBD levels. Finally, a higher frequency of adverse effects was associated with the heterologous scheme, although they were well tolerated by all individuals. Conclusion: The present study provides evidence that the homologous SpV/SpV and heterologous SpV/Mod schemes showed good efficacy and safety under dialysis conditions. These results could be useful for future vaccination strategies, especially aimed at this risk group.
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-19
    Publisher Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press
    Document type Article ; Online
    DOI 10.1101/2022.05.13.22275049
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