Publications by authors named "Levy C"

Biliary atresia (BA) is a rapidly progressive perinatal inflammatory disease, resulting in liver failure. Hepatic Ly6CLo non-classical monocytes promote the resolution of perinatal liver inflammation during rhesus rotavirus-mediated (RRV) BA in mice. In this study, we aim to investigate the effects of inflammation on the transcription factor Nr4a1, a known regulator of non-classical monocytes.

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Background: The patient experience of multiple myeloma (MM) is multifaceted and varies substantially between individuals. Current published information on the patient perspective and treatment of MM is limited, making it difficult to gain insights into patient needs regarding the condition.

Objective: In this review, a combined research method approach (ie, the review of published literature and social media posts) was undertaken to provide insight into patients' perspectives on the burden and treatment of MM, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact of MM on caregivers of patients with MM.

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The ability to program new modes of catalysis into proteins would allow the development of enzyme families with functions beyond those found in nature. To this end, genetic code expansion methodology holds particular promise, as it allows the site-selective introduction of new functional elements into proteins as noncanonical amino acid side chains. Here we exploit an expanded genetic code to develop a photoenzyme that operates by means of triplet energy transfer (EnT) catalysis, a versatile mode of reactivity in organic synthesis that is not accessible to biocatalysis at present.

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Despite the remarkable successes of cancer immunotherapies, the majority of patients will experience only partial response followed by relapse of resistant tumors. While treatment resistance has frequently been attributed to clonal selection and immunoediting, comparisons of paired primary and relapsed tumors in melanoma and breast cancers indicate that they share the majority of clones. Here, we demonstrate in both mouse models and clinical human samples that tumor cells evade immunotherapy by generating unique transient cell-in-cell structures, which are resistant to killing by T cells and chemotherapies.

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Neonatal AKI (NAKI) remains a challenge in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In this perspective, we address issues of diagnosis and risk factors particular to less well-resourced regions. The conservative management pre-kidney replacement therapy (pre-KRT) is prioritized and challenges of KRT are described with improvised dialysis techniques also included.

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Objectives: To determine the predictors of a positive SARS-CoV-2 test in a pediatric ambulatory setting.

Patients And Methods: We performed a cross-sectional prospective study (November 2020-February 2022) of 93 ambulatory settings in France. We included symptomatic children < 15 years old tested for SARS-CoV-2.

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Unlabelled: Exercise prevents cancer incidence and recurrence, yet the underlying mechanism behind this relationship remains mostly unknown. Here we report that exercise induces the metabolic reprogramming of internal organs that increases nutrient demand and protects against metastatic colonization by limiting nutrient availability to the tumor, generating an exercise-induced metabolic shield. Proteomic and ex vivo metabolic capacity analyses of murine internal organs revealed that exercise induces catabolic processes, glucose uptake, mitochondrial activity, and GLUT expression.

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  • Erythropoietic protoporphyria and X-linked protoporphyria are rare genetic skin disorders that are often misdiagnosed due to lack of physician knowledge.
  • The text presents evidence-based consensus guidelines created by expert committees to improve diagnosis, monitoring, and management strategies for these conditions.
  • Key elements of the guidelines include appropriate testing, symptom prevention, management of complications, and ongoing monitoring for related health issues, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis to take advantage of new therapies.
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  • The study examines the impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) during the Covid-19 pandemic on pediatric infectious diseases in France.
  • Data from 107 pediatricians showed a significant decrease in recorded infectious diseases in 2020 compared to 2018-2019, with a notable reduction in conditions like scarlet fever and bronchiolitis.
  • In 2021, a rebound in certain infections was observed, exceeding pre-pandemic levels, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring of infectious diseases post-NPIs.
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Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare entity with a poor prognosis. We analysed the survival outcomes of patients with nonmetastatic IBC and the prognostic value of tumour or nodal responses to assess their individual prognostic impact across IBC subtypes. This retrospective multicentre study included patients diagnosed with IBC between 2010 and 2017 to account for advances in neoadjuvant systemic therapies and modern radiotherapy at seven oncology centres in France.

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5-Aminolevulinic acid dehydratase (ALAD) porphyria (ADP) is an autosomal recessive disease characterized by a profound deficiency in ALAD, the second enzyme in the heme biosynthetic pathway, and acute neurovisceral attacks with abdominal pain and peripheral neuropathy. Hemin infusions are often effective in treating and preventing such attacks. Givosiran was recently approved for prevention of attacks of acute hepatic porphyrias (AHPs), including ADP, but, to our knowledge, has not yet been applied in patients with this ultrarare disease.

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Autoimmune liver disease (AILD) spans a spectrum of chronic disorders affecting the liver parenchyma and biliary system. Three main categories of AILD are autoimmune hepatitis (AIH), primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC), and primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). This review condenses the presentation and discussions of the Single Topic Conference (STC) on AILD that was held in Ottawa, Ontario, in November 2019.

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Background: Response to ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) in primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) has been traditionally assessed 1 to 2 years after treatment initiation. With the development of new drugs, some patients may benefit from an earlier introduction of second-line therapies.

Aims: This study aims to identify whether well-validated response criteria could correctly identify individuals likely to benefit from add-on second-line therapy at 6 months.

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  • The text indicates that there is a correction issued for a previously published article.
  • The DOI referenced (10.1016/j.lanepe.2022.100393) is needed to identify the specific article that the correction pertains to.
  • This correction may involve updates or clarifications made to the original content to ensure accuracy.
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Aeromonas spp. are opportunistic and ubiquitous bacteria considered emerging pathogens that can cause infections in animals, especially fish, as well as humans. In humans, these bacteria are associated with gastroenteritis but can also be related to extraintestinal diseases.

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  • Older adults, especially Veterans, are prioritized for COVID-19 vaccination due to their higher risk for severe illness.
  • A study with 42 Veterans enrolled in the GeriPACT program reveals that most showed minimal hesitancy towards the vaccine, but faced barriers like online registration issues and spouse/caregiver ineligibility.
  • To improve vaccination rates, the study calls for strategies to address these barriers, including the 2021 SAVE LIVES Act, which allows for the vaccination of spouses and caregivers and suggests simplifying the registration process.
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Background: Taxanes are one of the most effective chemotherapies (CT) in breast cancer (BC), but the efficacy of taxanes rechallenge in early metastatic relapse has been poorly studied in patients previously treated by taxanes in the (neo)adjuvant setting. Our study aimed to analyse the efficacy of taxane rechallenge in case of early metastatic relapse in a multicentre retrospective observational study compared with other chemotherapies.

Methods: We analysed the French national ESME metastatic BC (MBC) database and selected HER2- MBC patients who received CT in first-line treatment for a metastatic relapse occurring 3-24 months after previous (neo)adjuvant taxanes treatment.

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Depression is common within the first year of relocation to residential care/assisted living (RC/AL). Yet, few studies investigate the relationship between depression and relocation factors that might help identify at-risk residents, such as previous location. This study analyzed cross-sectional resident data ( = 2651) from the National Survey of Residential Care Facilities to test: (1) group differences between residents relocating from acute/post-acute facilities (e.

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  • The text discusses two unusual cases of pneumococcal meningitis in children from the same daycare center occurring within a short time frame.
  • Both cases were studied, confirming the presence of different pneumococcal serotypes, indicating that the infections were not linked.
  • A carriage study conducted in the daycare found that a high percentage of children carried pneumococcus, but this did not lead to further outbreaks or require action for the other children.
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Hepatic pruritus is common in liver conditions, including cholestasis and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. The pruritus can be severe enough to diminish sleep and decrease quality of life. The pathophysiology likely involves many molecules and receptors, including bile acids, bilirubin, lysophosphatidic acid (LPA), endogenous opioids, and serotonin.

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Purpose: The objectives of the present study was to evaluate the implementation of the program in real life and the evolution of the quality of life (QoL) in breast cancer patients after 3 months of supervised PA in real life and to determine the factors associated with changes in various QoL dimensions.

Methods: This prospective cohort study was carried out in female patients with breast cancer diagnosed within a maximum of 3 yr. QoL and physical exertion intensity during the supervised physical activity (PA) sessions were assessed by the Quality of Life Questionnaire for Cancer and Borg scale, respectively.

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Background: Empirical evidence supports the use of structured goals of care conversations and documentation of life-sustaining treatment (LST) preferences in durable, accessible, and actionable orders to improve the care for people living with serious illness. As the largest integrated healthcare system in the USA, the Veterans Health Administration (VA) provides an excellent environment to test implementation strategies that promote this evidence-based practice. The Preferences Elicited and Respected for Seriously Ill Veterans through Enhanced Decision-Making (PERSIVED) program seeks to improve care outcomes for seriously ill Veterans by supporting efforts to conduct goals of care conversations, systematically document LST preferences, and ensure timely and accurate communication about preferences across VA and non-VA settings.

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Aims: To evaluate psychosocial outcomes for adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) using the tubeless Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) System.

Methods: A single-arm, multicenter (across the United States), prospective safety and efficacy study of the tubeless AID system included 115 adults with T1D. Participants aged 18-70 years completed questionnaires assessing psychosocial outcomes - diabetes distress (T1-DDS), hypoglycemic confidence (HCS), well-being (WHO-5), sleep quality (PSQI), insulin delivery satisfaction (IDSS), diabetes treatment satisfaction (DTSQ), and system usability (SUS) - before and after 3 months of AID use.

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