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Good Samaritan Medical Center, West Palm Beach, FL Guest Speaker Michael Savona, MD Associate Professor of Medicine Director, Hematology Early Therapeutics Program Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Nashville, TN Vardiman JW. Blood. 2009;114(5):937-51. PREVALENCE OF MPNs PER 100,000 INDIVIDUALS PV ET Age-Adjusted P Prevalence Per 100,000 Individuals Primary MF + Post PV MF + Post ET MF Mehta J. Leuk Lymphoma. 2014;55(3):595-600 2013 Sep;27(9):1874-81 WHAT DOES A PV PATIENT LOOK LIKE? PRESENTING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Geyer H. Hematology Am Soc Hematol Educ Program. 2014;2014(1):277-286. 2013 Sep;27(9):1874-81 WHAT DOES A PV PATIENT LOOK LIKE? CLINICAL FINDINGS Tefferi A. Leukemia. 2013;27(9):1874-81. 2013 Sep;27(9):1874-81 OVERALL SURVIVAL AFTER DIAGNOSIS 100 Median Survival = 18.9 years 80 P= 0.104 60 40 Observed Expected 20 Number at Risk 0 1545 0 973 491 229 84 5 10 15 20 Years Tefferi A. Leukemia. 2013;27(9):1874-81. PART 1: ESTABLISHING A DIAGNOSIS OUR PATIENT: CALVIN • 59-year-old with left hand clumsiness and difficulty speaking • Review of symptoms notable for fatigue • Family notes recent reddish complexion • Medical history: diet-controlled hypercholesterolemia • No medications or drug allergies • No hematological problems in the family • Non-smoker, casual ETOH CASE PRESENTATION: EXAM AND INITIAL DATA • • • • • BP 176/91; oxygen saturation 95% Plethoric, ruddy appearance Regular heart rate and rhythm (S1S2, no M/R/G) Palpable spleen tip Neurological examination nonfocal FURTHER WORKUP • Complete blood count: – WBC 14.9 x 109/L – Hgb 18.8 g/dl – Platelets 485 x 109/L • JAK2 V617F mutated • Epo level: 1.9 mU/mL QUESTION Which of Calvin’s characteristics are included within the WHO’s criteria for diagnosis of PV? A. B. C. D. Oxygen saturation: 95% Platelet count: 485 x 109 L Epo level: 1.9 mU/mL WBC: 14.9 x 109/L 25% A. 25% 25% B. C. 25% D. HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE • 1892: Vaquez disease • 40-year-old with “cyanosis,” vertigo, dizziness, palpitations, and erythrocytosis; post-mortem exam showed marked hepatosplenomegaly • 1903: A new clinical entity • Osler publishes case series: “Chronic cyanosis, polycythemia and an enlarged spleen” Osler W. Br Med J. 1904;1(2246):121-122. DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS: EXCLUDE OTHER CAUSES OF “POLYCYTHEMIA” Primary Polycythemia Secondary Polycythemia • Congenital – EPO-receptor mutation • Acquired – Polycythemia vera • Congenital – VHL mutation, high affinity Hb, methemoglobinemia • Acquired – Hypoxia – Inappropriate EPO production • *Tumors • “Relative” – Dehydration, diuretic use, etc. *Tumors include cerebellar hemangioblastoma, uterine leiomyoma, pheochromocytoma, renal cell carcinoma, hepatocellular cancer, meningioma, parathyroid adenoma WILLIAM DAMESHEK, 1951: SPECULATIONS ON THE MYELOPROLIFERATIVE SYNDROMES • Recognizes overlapping features shared by PV and the other “MPD” • • • • Leukocytosis Thrombocytosis Splenomegaly Marrow Fibrosis “…Manifestations of proliferative activity of the bone marrow cells, perhaps due to a hitherto undiscovered stimulus” Dameshek W. Blood. 1951;6(4):372-5. DAMESHEK’S “MYELOSTIMULATORY” FACTOR Wild-type JAK2 JAK2 mutated PV JAK2 V617F mutations present in ~95% of PV cases JAK2 Exon 12 mutations present in ~2-3% of PV cases *Typically isolated erythrocytosis Similar rate of MF, AML, thrombosis Stein B. JAMA. 2010;303(24):2513-8. *Passamonti F. Blood. 2011; 117(10):2813-6. WHO CRITERIA 2008: POLYCYTHEMIA VERA Major Absolute erythrocytosis (>18.5 g/dL in men; >16.5 g/dL in women) JAK2 V617F mutation or similar (JAK2 exon 12) Minor Subnormal EPO level (<4 mU/mL) Bone marrow trilineage proliferation Endogenous erythroid colony growth *2 major and 1 minor, or 1 major and 2 minor required for diagnosis Thiele J. Curr Hematol Malig Rep. 2009;4(1):33-40. “*AN ALTERNATIVE PROPOSAL” • Hemoglobin/hematocrit is not a perfect surrogate for increase in red cell mass • WHO criteria identified absolute erythrocytosis in only 35% and 63% of male and female PV patients • Prospective, 5-year study showed 28/30 diagnosed with PV, based on ↑RCM, JAK2, and ≥1 minor criteria, but 8 (27%) and 18 (60%) did not meet Hct or Hgb criteria • Red cell mass and plasma volume studies upgrade ~46% of JAK2-positive ET patients to PV • Epo levels are neither sensitive nor specific, as they can be normal in PV and suppressed in ET • EECF is neither widely available nor standardized for use *Spivak JL. Blood. 2008;112(2):231-9; Johansson PL. Br J Haematol. 2005;129(5):701-5; Silver J. Blood. 2013;122(11):1881-6; Alvarez-Larran A. Haematologica. 2012;97(11):1704-7; Cassinat B. Leukemia. 2008;22(2):452-3. “MASKED” PV (mPV) 397 patients with PV marrow morphology • “Masked” (n=140) vs. overt PV (n=257) • mPV typically male, with history of arterial thrombosis, and ↑platelets • Similar vascular risk, but ↑rate of MF/AML, and ↓survival vs. overt PV • mPV distinguished from ET by Hgb >16/16.5, and Hct 48/49% in M/F • Plasma volume increase can mask PV, typically in cases of abdominal venous thrombosis with splenomegaly One of Osler’s patients, Oxford 1916 *Masked PV=Hgb values below WHO threshold Lamy T. Am J Med. 1997; 102(1):14-20; Spivak J. N Eng J Med. 2006; 355(7):737; Barbui T. Am J Hematol. 2014;89(1):52-4. PROPOSED REVISIONS TO THE DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA • Major criteria: Hgb >16.5 g/dl (Hct >49%) in men; >16 g/dl (>48%) in women BM trilineage myeloproliferation with pleomorphic megakaryocytes Presence of JAK2 mutation • Minor criteria: Subnormal Epo level Diagnosis would require all 3 major criteria or 2 major and 1 minor criteria Tefferi A. Leukemia. 2014;28(7):1407-13. KEY TAKEAWAYS • WHO criteria work well for many PV patients, but the Hgb threshold may be inadequate for some • Be mindful of “masked” disease – JAK2 + ET, but generous Hct – JAK2 + with abdominal venous thrombosis – Pancytosis and/or splenomegaly but Hgb below threshold – Bone marrow morphology and RCM testing may better recognize PV in these settings • Epo level imperfect, EEC testing not routinely available • Updates have been proposed to WHO diagnostic criteria PART 2: FRONTLINE TREATMENT OF PV CASE REVIEW: CALVIN • 59-year-old presents to the ER with clumsiness of the left hand and transient difficulties with his speech • Fatigue is noted, along with ruddy complexion • BP: 176/91; oxygen saturation 95% • WBC: 14.9 x 109/L • Hgb: 18.8 g/dl • Platelets: 485 x 109/L • JAK2 V617F positive • Epo level: 1.9 mU/mL QUESTION Which of the following would not be considered an appropriate first-line regimen for Calvin? 20% A. B. C. D. E. 20% 20% B. C. 20% 20% Phlebotomy (P) alone P + Aspirin (A) alone P + A + hydroxyurea P + A + ruxolitinib P + A + interferon alfa A. D. E. TREATMENT GOALS FOR NEWLY-DIAGNOSED PV • Reduce cardiovascular complications • Improve disease-related symptoms • Prevent transformation to myelofibrosis (1520%) and/or leukemia (3-5%) • Improve overall survival (median 14 years) • ?? Reduce/eliminate JAK2 allele burden • ?? Reduce/eliminate other clones (eg, TET2) Tefferi A. Leukemia. 2013;27(9):1874-1881. STANDARD FIRST-LINE TREATMENT FOR NEWLY-DIAGNOSED PV • • • • • Phlebotomy Aspirin Hydroxyurea Interferon? Lifestyle modifications – – – – – Counseling about risk of thrombosis and hemorrhage Smoking cessation, weight control, exercise Management of HTN/DM/HL in susceptible patients Avoidance of oral contraceptives DVT prophylaxis (exercises, activity, enoxaparin sodium for long flights [controversial] or sedentary periods) LOW-DOSE ASPIRIN IN PV: ECLAP STUDY • Hypothesis: There is increased synthesis of platelet thromboxane in PV that can be suppressed by aspirin 100 mg daily • 528 patients: 253 aspirin 100 mg daily, 265 placebo • Inclusion Criteria: o No clear indication for, or contraindication to, aspirin o No significant comorbidities • Primary endpoints: o Cumulative rates of nonfatal MI, stroke, or death from CV disease +/- PE or major venous thrombosis Landolfi R. N Engl J Med. 2004;350(2):114-124. ECLAP RESULTS Probability of survival free of MI, stroke, death from CV disease, PE, or DVT RR 0.40; [0.18,0.91]; P=0.03 Note: there were more smokers in the placebo group; HCT median was 46 during follow-up, with 25% of pts with HCT >48 Landolfi R. N Engl J Med. 2004;350(2):114-124. CONCLUSIONS FROM ECLAP • Aspirin significantly reduced primary endpoint by 60% – Significant decrease in combined endpoint of nonfatal MI, nonfatal stroke, PE, deep venous thrombosis, or death from any cause – Significant decrease in rates of thrombosis – No significant difference in rates of major adverse events – No significant reduction in overall and cardiovascular mortality – No significant increase in major bleeding events Landolfi R. N Engl J Med. 2004;350(2):114-124. CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS AND INTENSITY OF PV TREATMENT • Cytoreductive Therapy in Polycythemia Vera – (CYTO-PV) study • 365 adults w/JAK2+ PV, all treated with: – Low-dose aspirin – Phlebotomy (250-500 cc QOD until target HCT) and/or – Hydroxyurea (0.5-1 g daily until plt <400K) • Hydroxyurea (HU) recommended for: – Patients at high risk for thrombosis (age >65 years, previous thrombosis) or – Progressive thrombocytosis or splenomegaly Marchioli R. N Engl J Med. 2013;368(1):22-33. CYTO-PV STUDY TARGETS • Two study arms o More intensive Tx (target hct = <45%) o Less intensive Tx (target hct = 45 to 50%) • Primary end point: Time until death from CV complications or major thrombotic events • Planned target was 1,000 patients, but slow enrollment and competing trials prevented completion Marchioli R. N Engl J Med. 2013;368(1):22-33. CV EVENTS AND INTENSITY OF TREATMENT 1.1 per 100 person-years in the low-hematocrit group 4.4 per 100 person-years in the high-hematocrit group Marchioli R. N Engl J Med. 2013;368(1):22-33. WHAT ABOUT INTERFERON (IFN) IN NEWLY-DIAGNOSED PV? • IFN controls counts and can produce hematologic remission • Progressively decreases JAK2 mutated clones and can induce molecular remission • No evidence of leukemogenicity • Pegylated formulation generally well-tolerated, but still associated with important side effects (flu-like symptoms, depression, autoimmune manifestations, ocular toxicity, etc.) Kiladjian JJ. Leukemia. 2008;22(11):1990-8; Kiladjian JJ. Blood. 2008;112(8):3065-72. TREATMENT OF PV WITH PIPOBROMAN • Kiladjian et al (2011) • 285 patients (all <65 years old) • Two study arms: o HU 25 mg/kg/d, followed by maintenance (10-15 mg/kg/d) o Pipobroman 1.25 mg/kg/d, followed by maintenance (0.4-0.7 mg/kg/d) Kiladjian JJ. J Clin Oncol. 2011;29(29):3907-13. OVERALL SURVIVAL DATA Kiladjian JJ. J Clin Oncol. 2011;29(29):3907-13. TREATMENT-RELATED RISK FACTORS FOR TRANSFORMATION TO AML AND MDS Treatment Odds Ratio 95% CI None 1.0 Reference Radioactive phosphorus (P32) 1.5 0.8 to 2.8 Alkylating agent only 0.9 0.4 to 2.1 HU only 1.2 0.6 to 2.4 Mixed treatment (2 or 3) 2.9 1.4 to 5.9 Bjorkholm M. J Clin Oncol. 2011;29(17):2410-5. RISK OF TRANSFORMATION TO AML/MDS RELATIVE TO CUMULATIVE DOSE Treatment Odds Ratio 95% CI HU, g 1-499 500-999 ≥1,000 1.5 1.4 1.3 0.6 to 2.4 0.6 to 3.4 0.5 to 3.3 Radioactive phosphorus (P32), MBq 1-499 500-999 ≥1,000 1.5 1.1 4.6 0.6 to 3.3 0.5 to 2.2 2.1 to 9.,8 Alkylating agents, g 1-499 500-999 ≥1,000 1.1 1.7 3.4 0.5 to 2.3 0.6 to 5.0 1.1 to 10.6 Bjorkholm M. J Clin Oncol. 2011;29(17):2410-5. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Aspirin, phlebotomy and hydroxyurea remain the mainstays of therapy for PV • Reduction of HCT to at least <45% is associated with significant clinical benefit • Hydroxyurea is not associated with a significant independent risk for leukemia, but the issue is still of concern with long-term use and/or higher doses • Pegylated interferon can also be considered for newly diagnosed PV • The role of ruxolitinib in newly diagnosed PV is under investigation PART 3: INADEQUATE RESPONSE TO HYDROXYUREA OUR PATIENT: JOSEPH • 71-year-old diagnosed with PV 3 years ago on the basis of erythrocytosis, thrombocytosis, and JAK2-V617F mutation in the setting of an unprovoked deep vein thrombosis • Managed successful for 3 years with low-dose aspirin, phlebotomy (goal HCT≤45%), and hydroxyurea (500 g twice daily) • Presents today with a non healing leg ulcer, fatigue, pruritus, and occasional night sweats • Patient still requires occasional phlebotomy HISTORY • Past medical history – Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) – Multiple actinic keratosis • Surgical history – Mohs for SCC (2013) – Right inguinal hernia repair (2010) • Medications – Aspirin 81 mg/day – Hydroxyurea 500 mg 2x/day – Atorvastatin 20 mg/day • Social history – Former Smoker (quit 2008) – Retired attorney – Divorced 1986 – Remarried 2001 • Family history – Mother had essential thrombocythemia – Father with myocardial infarction at age 68 PHYSICAL EXAM • • • • HEENT: Within normal limits CV/Lungs: Within normal limits Spleen: 3 cm below left costal margin Skin: Scar on forehead from Mohs surgery, numerous actinic keratoses LABS • Complete Blood Count – – – – Hemoglobin: 16.7 g/dL Hematocrit: 51% Leukocytes: 16.4 x 109/L Platelets: 640 x 109/L • Peripheral smear – Leukocytosis, thrombocytosis, no nucleated red blood cells, no blasts • Ferritin decreased, TIBC increased • Chemistries: Within normal limits QUESTION What would be the most accurate description of Joseph’s clinical status with respect to PV? A. B. C. D. E. Complete response Partial remission Intolerant of hydroxyurea Resistant to hydroxyurea Evidence of progression to post-PV MF 20% A. 20% 20% B. C. 20% D. 20% E. RESPONSE CRITERIA FOR PV (≥12 WEEKS) Complete Remission • • • • Resolution of PV signs ≥10 pt. MPN TSS Near normal counts No progressive disease or vascular event • Bone marrow remission & ≤Gr 1 reticulin fibrosis Partial Remission • • • • Molecular Response Resolution of PV signs ≥10 pt. MPN TSS Near normal counts No progressive disease or vascular event Peripheral blood granulocytes •CR – Eradicated mutation •PR - ≥50% allele burden, ≥20% allele burden at baseline Progressive Disease = Post- PV MF, MDS, or AML Barosi G. Blood. 2013:121(23):4778-4781. Assessing MPN Burden WHO Diagnosis Does Not Tell Whole Story Vascular Events • PV/ET > MF • Counts matter • Can be unrecognized • • • • Baseline Health AGE/ Medicines Comorbidities Progression PV/ET to MF PV/ET to AML MF to AML ? 2nd MDS Cytopenias • MF> ET/PV • Anemia • MF 75% • TX Dep 25% • TPN 30% Splenomegaly • MF> ET/PV • Pain not always a function of size • • • • MPN Symptoms MF>PV>ET Multifactorial Some ET/PV > MF Cytoreductive rx frequently not effective PRIMARY COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE MPN DRUGS ET Hydroxyurea Interferon/ Peg-INF Anagrelide Ruxolitinib +++ ++ ++ + Ruxolitinib Approved in PV December 4, 2014 PV ++ MF + + to +++ Strength of Evidence ++ + +++ + + +++ EXPERIMENTAL – OFF LABEL “In patients having inadequate response to or intolerant of hydroxyurea” RESISTANCE WHAT DOES INTOLERANCE/RESISTANCE TO HYDROXYUREA IN PV MEAN? 1. 2. 3. 4. Need for phlebotomy (HCT<45%) PLT >400 x 109/L and WBC >10 x 109/L Failure to reduce spleen by > 50% No reduction of spleen symptoms INTOLERANCE 1. 1. After > 3 Months 2. At maximum tolerated dose or 2 g/day Cytopenias (any) – – – 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Please Note ANC <1.0 x 109/L Hemoglobin <100 g/l Platelets <100 x 109/L Please Note Leg ulcers GI toxicity Fever Mucocutaneous manifestations Skin cancers At lowest dose to achieve either a PR or CR Barosi G et. al. Br J Haematol. 2009;148:961-3. CASE CONTINUATION • Joseph undergoes a repeat bone marrow aspirate and biopsy. • Results: – 1+ out of 3+ fibrosis, normal cytogenetics. – Diagnosis: – PV patient intolerant to hydroxyurea • Ruxolitinib 10 mg twice daily is initiated QUESTION Which of the following is among the goals of ruxolitinib therapy in PV? A. Control of hematocrit B. Reduction in splenomegaly, if present C. Reduction in pruritus D. Prevention of vascular events E. All of the above 20% A. 20% 20% B. C. 20% D. 20% E. SIX WEEKS LATER • Joseph reports marked decrease in fatigue, pruritus, and night sweats • Spleen no longer palpable • Leg ulcer is healing • Hemoglobin 14.0 g/dL (without phlebotomy), leukocytes 11 x 109/L, and platelets 390 x 109/L RUXOLITINIB (SINGLE AGENT) IN PV Extended Treatment Phase Week 208 •Resistance to or intolerance of HU (modified ELN criteria) •Phlebotomy requirement •Splenomegaly Pre-randomization (Day -28 to Day -1) Hct 40%-45% Randomized (1:1) Ruxolitinib 10 mg BID n = 110 Crossover to ruxolitinib Week 208 BAT n = 112 Week 32 (Primary analysis) Week 80 Compared to BAT, results showed that ruxolitinib led to: 1. Superior control of hematocrit 2. Superior reduction in splenomegaly 3. Superior reduction in PV-related symptoms 4. Trend for less thrombotic events Vannucchi et al. EHA 2014. Abstract LB-2436. RESPONSE TRIAL: CHANGE IN PV SYMPTOMS 20 7.9 3.9 00 -20 −20 −4.4 0.0 1.4 5.0 16.7 11.1 15.7 0.4 −2.1 −4.2 −51.5 −49.6 -60 −60 −44.0 −41.8 −37.1 −61.1 −65.9 −64.1 -80 −80 −80.2 −100.0 −99.5 17.2 0.0 -40 −40 -100 −100 10.9 Rux Improvement Median Change From Baseline, % 40 Median Percentage Changes From Baseline at Week 32 in Individual MPN-SAF Symptom Scores BAT −94.9 −93.9 -120 −120 Mesa R. ASH 2014. Abstract 709. Kiladjian JJ TOXICITY PROFILES OF PV AGENTS Drug Common Adverse Effects Hydroxyurea Interferon alfa Ruxolitinib • • • • • Stomatitis Leg ulcers Dry skin, acne Neutropenia Elevated LFTs • Gastric pain, diarrhea • Fatigue • Headache • Headache • Fatigue • Abdominal Pain • Dyspnea • Diarrhea Najean Y. Blood. 1997;90(9):3370-7; Kiladjian JJ. Blood. 2008;112(8):3065-72; Mesa R. ASH 2014. Abstract 709. POSSIBLE ALGORITHM OF THERAPY OF PV IN 2015 Assess Symptom Quartile by MPN 10 Q1:TSS <8 Q2:TSS 8-17 Q3:TSS 18-31 Q4:TSS ≥32 Diagnosis of PV Assess MPN Risk Score & Symptoms Control Hematocrit (<45%) Low-dose aspirin in appropriate patients Decide on need for concurrent cytoreduction based on risk and symptoms NO Monitor for symptom burden, vascular events, progression Worsening symptom burden Vascular event, progression Phlebotomy intolerance YES Front Line Cytoreduction HU, or HU vs. INF Clinical Trial Worsening symptom burden Vascular event, progression HU Resistance/ Intolerance Consider ruxolitinib, INF (if not previously received), or JAK2 clinical trial KEY CASE TAKEAWAYS • Polycythemia vera is a heterogeneous disease • A subset of patients have worsening symptoms, splenomegaly, and difficulty with hematocrit control • Hydroxyurea is largely considered front-line cytoreductive therapy for high-risk PV patients, but some patients have an inadequate response based either on resistance or intolerance • Ruxolitinib is FDA-approved for patients with PV who have an inadequate response or are intolerant of hydroxyurea ACTIVITY POST-TEST QUESTION According to the WHO, which of the following would be included among the characteristics that qualify a patient for diagnosis of PV? A. B. C. D. Oxygen saturation >95% Platelet count: 485 x 109 L Epo level: 1.9 mU/mL WBC: 14.9 x 109/L 25% A. 25% B. 25% C. 25% D. QUESTION Which of the following would not be considered an appropriate first-line regimen for the treatment of PV? 20% A. B. C. D. E. 20% 20% B. C. 20% 20% Phlebotomy (P) alone P + Aspirin (A) alone P + A + hydroxyurea P + A + ruxolitinib P + A + interferon alfa A. D. E. QUESTION Which of the following is among the goals of ruxolitinib therapy in PV? A. Control of hematocrit B. Reduction in splenomegaly, if present C. Reduction in pruritus D. Prevention of vascular events E. All of the above 20% A. 20% 20% B. C. 20% D. 20% E.