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A systematic review and meta-analysis of immune response against first and second doses of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines in adult patients with hematological malignancies

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Efficacy of the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 vaccine in patients with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma

C. Perry et al.

Summary: Patients with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B-NHL) undergoing R/Obi treatment have impaired humoral response to the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. Longer time since exposure to R/Obi is associated with improved response rates to the COVID-19 vaccine. Multi-variable analysis reveals predictors for a positive serological response.

BLOOD ADVANCES (2021)

Letter Hematology

Activity of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines in patients with lymphoid malignancies COMMENT

Jennifer L. Crombie et al.

BLOOD ADVANCES (2021)

Article Medicine, General & Internal

BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 vaccination in immunocompromised patients: A prospective cohort study

Galia Rahav et al.

Summary: The antibody response to the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine varied significantly among different immunocompromised patients, suggesting the need for individual recommendations based on specific immunosuppression states.

ECLINICALMEDICINE (2021)

Article Hematology

Safety and Tolerability of SARS-CoV2 Emergency-Use Authorized Vaccines for Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

Haris Ali et al.

Summary: This study retrospectively reviewed 113 allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HCT) patients who received SARS-CoV2 vaccines, and found that the vaccines were well tolerated in this group. Common side effects included myalgias/arthralgias, fatigue, injection site pain, and liver function abnormalities, as well as neutropenia and other hematologic issues.

TRANSPLANTATION AND CELLULAR THERAPY (2021)

Article Oncology

Disease- and Therapy-Specific Impact on Humoral Immune Responses to COVID-19 Vaccination in Hematologic Malignancies

David J. Chung et al.

Summary: Patients with hematologic malignancy have compromised COVID-19 vaccine responses at baseline, which are further suppressed by certain therapies, leading to insufficient neutralizing capacity despite positive antibody titers. Refining vaccine response parameters is critical for guiding clinical care, including the consideration for booster vaccines in this vulnerable population.

BLOOD CANCER DISCOVERY (2021)

Article Oncology

Adaptive immunity and neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern following vaccination in patients with cancer: the CAPTURE study

Annika Fendler et al.

Summary: A cohort study evaluated 585 cancer patients following vaccination with BNT162b2 or AZD1222 vaccines, finding lower antibody responses in patients with hematological malignancies compared to those with solid tumors. Patients with hematological malignancies also had reduced neutralizing antibody responses compared to individuals without cancer. The study highlights the importance of managing cancer patients during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

NATURE CANCER (2021)

Article Oncology

Predictors of Humoral Response to SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination after Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and CAR T-cell Therapy

Roni Tamari et al.

Summary: Cellular therapies render patients severely immunocompromised, and this study highlights the importance of vaccination against COVID-19 in this vulnerable population. Predictors of response to vaccination, such as time from therapy to vaccination and immune recovery post-therapy, are crucial in informing clinical decisions about optimal timing of vaccines and the need for booster doses.

BLOOD CANCER DISCOVERY (2021)

Article Hematology

Safety and Immunogenicity of the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine in Patients after Allogeneic HCT or CD19-based CART therapy-A Single-Center Prospective Cohort Study

Ron Ram et al.

Summary: In this prospective evaluation, the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 vaccine showed good tolerability and impressive immunogenicity in patients after allogeneic HCT or CART. While most adverse events were mild and transient, some significant hematologic events were observed, indicating the need for close monitoring of patients.

TRANSPLANTATION AND CELLULAR THERAPY (2021)

Article Oncology

Evaluation of Antibody Responses to COVID-19 Vaccines among Solid Tumor and Hematologic Patients

Josef Singer et al.

Summary: Vaccination is the primary public health strategy to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, with solid tumor and hematologic patients being at higher risk of severe complications. Data on immune responses to COVID-19 vaccines in these patients are scarce. Complete vaccination is a valuable predictor for high anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibody responses in these vulnerable patient groups.

CANCERS (2021)

Article Medicine, General & Internal

COVID-19 vaccination in patients with cancer: Position paper from the Indonesian Society of Hematology and Medical Oncology (ISHMO) of Semarang

Eko Adhi Pangarsa et al.

Summary: Cancer patients, especially those undergoing treatment, should consider receiving the COVID-19 vaccine to reduce the risk of severe infection. It is important to consult with a hematologist-medical oncologist to determine the most appropriate vaccine and timing, avoiding live-attenuated vaccines for those receiving chemotherapy. Additional risk factors for complications should also be taken into consideration for a comprehensive evaluation before vaccination.

BALI MEDICAL JOURNAL (2021)

Letter Biophysics

COVID-19 outcomes in patients with hematologic disease

Florent Malard et al.

BONE MARROW TRANSPLANTATION (2020)

Article Allergy

Risk factors for severity and mortality in adult COVID-19 inpatients in Wuhan

Xiaochen Li et al.

JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY (2020)

Letter Medicine, General & Internal

Case Fatality Rate of COVID-19: Meta-Analysis Approach

Amir Almasi-Hashiani et al.

ARCHIVES OF IRANIAN MEDICINE (2020)

Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Metaprop: a Stata command to perform meta-analysis of binomial data

Victoria N. Nyaga et al.

ARCHIVES OF PUBLIC HEALTH (2014)

Editorial Material Rheumatology

Good and Bad Memories Following Rituximab Therapy

E. William St Clair

ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATISM (2010)

Article Medicine, General & Internal

Measuring inconsistency in meta-analyses

JPT Higgins et al.

BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL (2003)