Hypogammaglobulinemia, late-onset neutropenia, and infections following rituximab

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Rituximab is a chimeric anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody that targets CD20-expressing B lymphocytes, has a well-defined efficacy and safety profile, and is broadly used to treat a wide array of diseases. In this review, we cover the mechanism of action of rituximab and focus on hypogammaglobulinemia and late-onset neutropenia-2 immune effects secondary to rituximab-and subsequent infection. We review risk factors and highlight key considerations for immunologic monitoring and clinical management of rituximab-induced secondary immune deficiencies. In patients treated with rituximab, monitoring for hypogammaglobulinemia and infections may help to identify the subset of patients at high risk for developing poor B cell reconstitution, subsequent infections, and adverse complications. These patients may benefit from early interventions such as vaccination, antibacterial prophylaxis, and immunoglobulin replacement therapy. Systematic evaluation of immunoglobulin levels and peripheral B cell counts by flow cytometry, both at baseline and periodically after therapy, is recommended for monitoring. In addition, in those patients with prolonged hypogammaglobulinemia and increased infections after rituximab use, immunologic evaluation for inborn errors of immunity may be warranted to further risk stratification, increase monitoring, and assist in therapeutic decision-making. As the immunologic effects of rituximab are further elucidated, personalized approaches to minimize the risk of adverse reactions while maximizing benefit will allow for improved care of patients with decreased morbidity and mortality.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2023

Erschienen:

2023

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:130

Enthalten in:

Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology - 130(2023), 6 vom: 01. Juni, Seite 699-712

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Athni, Tejas S [VerfasserIn]
Barmettler, Sara [VerfasserIn]

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Volltext

Themen:

4F4X42SYQ6
Antibodies, Monoclonal
Antineoplastic Agents
Journal Article
Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
Review
Rituximab

Anmerkungen:

Date Completed 05.06.2023

Date Revised 12.06.2023

published: Print-Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1016/j.anai.2023.01.018

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM352173726