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  1. Article ; Online: Pre-analytical long-term stability of neopterin and neurofilament light in stored cerebrospinal fluid samples.

    Rosadas, Carolina / Taylor, Graham P

    Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine

    2023  Volume 61, Issue 7, Page(s) 1230–1234

    Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of long-term sample storage on the concentrations of neopterin and neurofilament light (Nfl) in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples. These are useful markers of neuroinflammation and neuronal ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of long-term sample storage on the concentrations of neopterin and neurofilament light (Nfl) in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples. These are useful markers of neuroinflammation and neuronal damage and have been applied as biomarkers for several neurological diseases. However, different pre-analytical variables have potential to influence results.
    Methods: Twenty-one CSF samples donated by patients with HTLV-1-associated myelopathy (HAM) and stored for up to 11 years at -80 °C were retested after three-years for neopterin (n=10) and Nfl (n=11) by ELISA.
    Results: There was a strong correlation between the paired results (r>0.98, p<0.0001). Neopterin concentrations (nmol/L) ranged from 12.4 to 64 initially and from 11.5 to 64.4 when retested, with means (SD) of 30 (18.4) 1st test and 33 (19.1) 2nd test. Nfl concentrations (pg/mL) ranged from 79.9 to 3,733 initially and from 86.3 to 3,332, when retested with means (SD) of 1,138 (1,272) 1st test and 1,009 (1,114) at re-test.
    Conclusions: Storing CSF samples at -80 °C appears not to impact the quantification of neopterin and Nfl allowing confidence in the reporting of archived samples.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Neopterin/cerebrospinal fluid ; Intermediate Filaments ; Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay ; Neurons ; Biomarkers/cerebrospinal fluid ; Neurofilament Proteins/analysis
    Chemical Substances Neopterin (670-65-5) ; Biomarkers ; Neurofilament Proteins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-25
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1418007-8
    ISSN 1437-4331 ; 1434-6621 ; 1437-8523
    ISSN (online) 1437-4331
    ISSN 1434-6621 ; 1437-8523
    DOI 10.1515/cclm-2022-0904
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  2. Article: Current Interventions to Prevent HTLV-1 Mother-to-Child Transmission and Their Effectiveness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

    Rosadas, Carolina / Taylor, Graham P

    Microorganisms

    2022  Volume 10, Issue 11

    Abstract: Human T lymphotropic virus 1 (HTLV-1) may be transmitted from mother to child and affects at least 5−10 million individuals worldwide, with severe consequences on health. Strategies to prevent transmission are important, as there is no treatment or ... ...

    Abstract Human T lymphotropic virus 1 (HTLV-1) may be transmitted from mother to child and affects at least 5−10 million individuals worldwide, with severe consequences on health. Strategies to prevent transmission are important, as there is no treatment or vaccine. This systematic review aimed to identify interventions to prevent HTLV-1 mother-to-child transmission and to determine their effectiveness. Exclusive formula feeding, short-term breastfeeding, use of freeze−thaw milk, milk pasteurization, maternal and infant antiretroviral drugs, caesarean section, early clamping of umbilical cord, screening of milk donors and avoidance of cross-breastfeeding were identified as possible strategies. Avoidance of breastfeeding is an intervention that prevents 85% of transmissions. This strategy is recommended in Japan, Brazil, Colombia, Canada, Chile, Uruguay, the USA and some regions of French Guyana. Whilst breastfeeding for <3 months does not increase the risk of transmission compared to exclusive formula-feeding, concerns remain regarding the limited number of studies outside Japan, and the lack of information on women having higher risk of HTLV-1 transmission and on the ability of women to discontinue breastfeeding. Additional interventions are plausible, but data on their effectiveness are limited. The acceptance of interventions is high. These findings may guide healthcare professionals and support policymakers in implementing policies to avoid HTLV-1 mother-to-child transmission.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2720891-6
    ISSN 2076-2607
    ISSN 2076-2607
    DOI 10.3390/microorganisms10112227
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  3. Article ; Online: Health inequities and HTLV-1.

    Rosadas, Carolina / Taylor, Graham P

    The Lancet. Microbe

    2022  Volume 3, Issue 3, Page(s) e164

    MeSH term(s) HTLV-I Infections/diagnosis ; Health Inequities ; Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 ; Humans
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-05
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter
    ISSN 2666-5247
    ISSN (online) 2666-5247
    DOI 10.1016/S2666-5247(21)00330-X
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  4. Article: HTLV-1 and Co-infections.

    Rosadas, Carolina / Taylor, Graham P

    Frontiers in medicine

    2022  Volume 9, Page(s) 812016

    Abstract: Human T lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is a retrovirus that causes lifelong T-cell infection in humans, impacting the host immune response. This virus causes a range of clinical manifestations, from inflammatory conditions, including neuronal damage ( ...

    Abstract Human T lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is a retrovirus that causes lifelong T-cell infection in humans, impacting the host immune response. This virus causes a range of clinical manifestations, from inflammatory conditions, including neuronal damage (HTLV-1 associated myelopathy, HAM) to life-threatening leukemia (adult T-cell leukemia, ATL). Human T lymphotropic virus type 1 is also associated with increased risk of all-cause mortality, but the mechanisms remain unclear. As a blood-borne and sexually transmitted infection (STI), HTLV-1 shares transmission routes to many other pathogens and although it has worldwide distribution, it affects mainly those in low- and middle-income tropical areas, where the prevalence of other infectious agents is high. These factors contribute to a high incidence of co-infections in people living with HTLV-1 (PLHTLV). This comprehensive review addresses the impact of HTLV-1 on several co-infections and vice-versa. There is evidence of higher rates of HTLV-1 infection in association with other blood borne (HCV, HBV) and sexually transmitted (Syphilis, Chlamydia, HPV, HSV) infections but whether this represents increased susceptibility or opportunity is unclear. Higher frequency of
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-03
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2775999-4
    ISSN 2296-858X
    ISSN 2296-858X
    DOI 10.3389/fmed.2022.812016
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  5. Article ; Online: A new paradigm for the management of ATL.

    Taylor, Graham P / Cook, Lucy B

    British journal of haematology

    2022  Volume 198, Issue 6, Page(s) 941–942

    MeSH term(s) Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 ; Humans ; Leukemia-Lymphoma, Adult T-Cell
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-15
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 80077-6
    ISSN 1365-2141 ; 0007-1048
    ISSN (online) 1365-2141
    ISSN 0007-1048
    DOI 10.1111/bjh.18363
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  6. Article ; Online: How do socioeconomic determinants of health affect the likelihood of living with HTLV-1 globally? A systematic review with meta-analysis.

    Ramesh, Nydile / Cockbain, Beatrice / Taylor, Graham P / Rosadas, Carolina

    Frontiers in public health

    2024  Volume 12, Page(s) 1298308

    Abstract: Introduction: Human T Lymphotropic Virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is a neglected retrovirus associated with many clinical disorders, most notably Adult T-cell Leukemia/Lymphoma and HTLV-1-Associated Myelopathy (HAM). Found in endemic clusters across the world, ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Human T Lymphotropic Virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is a neglected retrovirus associated with many clinical disorders, most notably Adult T-cell Leukemia/Lymphoma and HTLV-1-Associated Myelopathy (HAM). Found in endemic clusters across the world, high prevalence has been reported in minoritized groups who suffer from health inequities. This study investigates the association between HTLV-1 prevalence and the following socioeconomic determinants of health: education, income, and employment, which are markers of health inequity.
    Methods: A systematic review was conducted by searching the following databases: Ovid/Medline, Embase, Global Health Database, Web of Science, LILACS and SciELO. Primary studies in English, Spanish and Portuguese mentioning HTLV-1 and one of education, income and/or employment were included. A random-effects meta-analysis was performed, and odds ratios (OR) were calculated to determine the association between these socioeconomic determinants of health and HTLV-1 prevalence.
    Results: 42 studies were included. The likelihood of having HTLV-1 was higher in individuals with less than completed primary education compared to those who completed primary education (OR 1.86 [95% CI 1.34-2.57];
    Conclusion: Fewer years of schooling are associated with increased likelihood of contracting HTLV-1. Therefore, health promotion materials and public health policies regarding HTLV-1 must consider those with lower educational levels to effectively reduce disease transmission.
    Systematic review registration: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=335004, identifier (CRD42022335004).
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Adult ; Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 ; HTLV-I Infections/epidemiology ; Paraparesis, Tropical Spastic/epidemiology ; Risk Factors ; Socioeconomic Factors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-24
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Meta-Analysis ; Systematic Review ; 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.2024.1298308
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  7. Article ; Online: Targeted immunotherapy for HTLV-1-associated myelopathy: a step in the right direction.

    Davies, Nicholas W S / Taylor, Graham P

    Brain : a journal of neurology

    2023  Volume 146, Issue 8, Page(s) 3114–3116

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Paraparesis, Tropical Spastic/therapy ; Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized ; Immunotherapy
    Chemical Substances mogamulizumab (YI437801BE) ; Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-17
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 80072-7
    ISSN 1460-2156 ; 0006-8950
    ISSN (online) 1460-2156
    ISSN 0006-8950
    DOI 10.1093/brain/awad229
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  8. Article ; Online: HTLV-1 as a contributing factor towards scabies and its systemic sequelae.

    Cockbain, Beatrice / Rosadas, Carolina / Taylor, Graham P

    Journal of global health

    2023  Volume 13, Page(s) 3057

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 ; Scabies/complications
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-03
    Publishing country Scotland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2741629-X
    ISSN 2047-2986 ; 2047-2986
    ISSN (online) 2047-2986
    ISSN 2047-2986
    DOI 10.7189/jogh.13.03057
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  9. Article ; Online: Human T-lymphotropic virus type 1 infection and solid organ transplantation.

    Taylor, Graham P

    Reviews in medical virology

    2018  Volume 28, Issue 2

    Abstract: HTLV infection appears to be more common among renal transplant candidates than in the related general population. HTLV-1-associated diseases may occur in carriers who are transplanted but there is insufficient evidence to confirm whether these occur ... ...

    Abstract HTLV infection appears to be more common among renal transplant candidates than in the related general population. HTLV-1-associated diseases may occur in carriers who are transplanted but there is insufficient evidence to confirm whether these occur more frequently as a result of the associated immunosuppression. Consequently, pre-existing HTLV-1 infection should not be considered a contra-indication to transplantation. The risk of transmission of HTLV-1 through solid organ transplantation from a confirmed infected donor is unknown. There are anecdotes of multiple infections from a single donor. Biologically due to the significant volume of blood and the lack of storage, transmission would be expected to be higher than following blood transfusion. The rate of subsequent disease is unknown, but there are now 11 reports of HAM and 2 of ATL occurring within 4 years of transplantation associated infection. There are insufficient data to know whether the time from infection to onset of disease and the rate of progression differ from transmission through other routes, but early onset and rapid progression is a concern. Responses to enhanced immunosuppression for the treatment of HAM are variable. The risk of HTLV-1 associated disease in exchange for a life-saving major organ transplantation from an infected donor might be considered worth taking by some HTLV-1 uninfected patients. Peri-transplantation antiretroviral prophylaxis with zidovudine and raltegravir is biologically sound but therapeutically unproven. The risks related to HTLV-1 infection appear to preclude the use of any other tissue. All transplant donors should be screened for HTLV-1 infection regardless of perceived risk.
    MeSH term(s) HTLV-I Infections/epidemiology ; HTLV-I Infections/etiology ; HTLV-I Infections/transmission ; HTLV-I Infections/virology ; Human T-lymphotropic virus 1/physiology ; Humans ; Organ Transplantation/adverse effects ; Prevalence ; Tissue Donors ; Transplant Recipients
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-01-29
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1086043-5
    ISSN 1099-1654 ; 1052-9276
    ISSN (online) 1099-1654
    ISSN 1052-9276
    DOI 10.1002/rmv.1970
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  10. Article ; Online: Comprehensive Insight into the Functional Roles of NK and NKT Cells in HTLV-1-Associated Diseases and Asymptomatic Carriers.

    Mahdifar, Maryam / Boostani, Reza / Taylor, Graham P / Rezaee, Seyed Abdolrahim / Rafatpanah, Houshang

    Molecular neurobiology

    2024  

    Abstract: Human T cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is the first human oncogenic retrovirus to be discovered and causes two major diseases: a progressive neuro-inflammatory disease, termed HTLV-1 associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP), and ... ...

    Abstract Human T cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is the first human oncogenic retrovirus to be discovered and causes two major diseases: a progressive neuro-inflammatory disease, termed HTLV-1 associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP), and an aggressive malignancy of T lymphocytes known as adult T cell leukemia (ATL). Innate and acquired immune responses play pivotal roles in controlling the status of HTLV-1-infected cells and such, the outcome of HTLV-1 infection. Natural killer cells (NKCs) are the effector cells of the innate immune system and are involved in controlling viral infections and several types of cancers. The ability of NKCs to trigger cytotoxicity to provide surveillance against viruses and cancer depends on the balance between the inhibitory and activating signals. In this review, we will discuss NKC function and the alterations in the frequency of these cells in HTLV-1 infection.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-04
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 645020-9
    ISSN 1559-1182 ; 0893-7648
    ISSN (online) 1559-1182
    ISSN 0893-7648
    DOI 10.1007/s12035-024-03999-8
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