Virus-Specific T Cells for the Treatment of Systemic Infections Following Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell and Solid Organ Transplantation

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Viral infections are a major source of morbidity and mortality in the context of immune deficiency and immunosuppression following allogeneic hematopoietic cell (allo-HCT) and solid organ transplantation (SOT). The pharmacological treatment of viral infections is challenging and often complicated by limited efficacy, the development of resistance, and intolerable side effects. A promising strategy to rapidly restore antiviral immunity is the adoptive transfer of virus-specific T cells (VST). This therapy involves the isolation and ex vivo expansion or direct selection of antigen-specific T cells from healthy seropositive donors, followed by infusion into the patient. This article provides a practical guide to VST therapy by reviewing manufacturing techniques, donor selection, and treatment indications. The safety and efficacy data of VSTs gathered in clinical trials over nearly 30 years is summarized. Current challenges and limitations are discussed, as well as opportunities for further research and development.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:13

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Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society - 13(2024), Supplement_1 vom: 28. Feb., Seite S49-S57

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Green, Abby [VerfasserIn]
Rubinstein, Jeremy D [VerfasserIn]
Grimley, Michael [VerfasserIn]
Pfeiffer, Thomas [VerfasserIn]

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Journal Article
Solid organ transplant
Stem cell transplant
Transplant ID
Viral infection
Virus-specific T cells

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Date Completed 01.03.2024

Date Revised 01.03.2024

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1093/jpids/piad077

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM369070119