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ArticleFrontiers in oncology2025

Operational procedure sharing pathway in veno-occlusive disease: a Delphi consensus-based recommendations.

Francesca Bonifazi, Federico Ravaioli, Anna Paola Iori, Giuseppe Milone, Attilio Olivieri, Arcangelo Prete, Domenico Russo, Stella Santarone, Simona Sica, Marco Zecca and 1 more

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Francesca BonifaziDepartment of Translational and Precision Medicine, Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
Federico RavaioliDepartment of Translational and Precision Medicine, Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
Anna Paola IoriDivision of Allogeneic Transplantation, Department of Translational and Precision Medicine, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Giuseppe MiloneHematology and Bone Marrow (BMT) Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Policlinico "G.Rodolico-San Marco", Catania, Italy.
Attilio OlivieriClinica di Ematologia, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy.
Arcangelo PreteDepartment of Translational and Precision Medicine, Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
Domenico RussoUnit of Blood Diseases and Bone Marrow Transplantation, Cell Therapies and Hematology Research Program, Department of Clinical and Experimental Science, University of Brescia, Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale (ASST) Spedali Civili di Brescia, Brescia, Italy.
Stella SantaroneDepartment of Hematology, Transfusion Medicine and Biotechnologies, Ospedale Civile, Pescara, Italy.
Simona SicaDipartimento di Scienze di Laboratorio ed Ematologiche-Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli-IRCCS, Sezione di Ematologia, Rome, Italy.
Marco ZeccaRoma Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Modena, Italy.
Antonio ColecchiaGastroenterology Unit, Dipartimento Chirurgico Medico, Odontoiatrico e di Scienze Morfologiche (CHIMOMO) Department University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.

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Abstract

Background: The hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease (VOD), also known as Sinusoidal Obstruction Syndrome (SOS), is a serious complication that can occur after high-dose chemotherapy and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). In Italy, the approach to VOD varies due to differences in healthcare practices and diagnostic criteria among different regions. Aim and methods: To address this issue, a structured, multi-step Delphi consensus project was undertaken with the aim of standardizing the diagnostic and therapeutic pathways for VOD in Italian clinical practice. The project involved a methodologist, a scientific board of 10 experts, and an expert panel of 45 specialists from Italian hospital centers. This 12-month process included independent contributions, harmonization by a methodologist, and discussions through web meetings. Results: The survey identified 15 clinical topics divided into five key areas, including pre-HSCT patient evaluation, clinical-laboratory aspects for diagnosis and therapy, integration of clinical evaluations with EBMT criteria, monitoring with imaging techniques, and adherence to guidelines for managing defibrotide therapy. Key findings include the recommendation of weekly imaging even when VOD is not clinically suspected, the importance of early diagnosis and treatment with defibrotide, and the need for a standardized approach across different centers. Conclusion: The Delphi consensus revealed significant variability in the management of VOD across Italian centers and emphasized the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach involving hematologists, hepatologists, and radiologists. Establishing a national network for sharing best practices and utilizing advanced imaging technologies is essential for improving VOD diagnosis and treatment. The findings indicate the importance of implementing standardized protocols and continuous education to enhance patient outcomes in HSCT settings.

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DelphiETEmethodologySOSveno-occlusive disease (VOD)

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