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Chronic Graft Vs Host Disease Is The Strongest Predictor Of Outcome After Reduced Intensity Conditioning Stem Cell Transplantation In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Is Associated With Pretransplant B Cell Characteristics

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 3375-3375

10.1182/blood.v122.21.3375.3375

Abstract Background Predictors of outcomes after reduced intensity conditioning (RIC) stem cell transplantation (SCT) in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) are not well established. The Dana Farber (DF) investigators (Brown et al, leukemia 2013) developed a prognostic scoring model for overall survival (OS) and disease free survival (DFS) that assigned one point to each of comorbidity index, absolute lymphocyte count, LDH and disease status. The goals of the present study were to 1) validate the DF model 2) identify additional predictors of outcomes after SCT. Methods This study is a retrospective review of the Mayo Clinic CLL database and was approved by the Institutional Review Board. All CLL patients that underwent RIC-SCT were included. The prognostic significance of prognostic factors at time of RIC-SCT were analyzed, including the DF model. Survival was estimated and compared using the Kaplan Meier and Log Rank tests. Results From 2006 to 2012, 50 patients with CLL underwent RIC-SCT at the Mayo Clinic. Of these, 33 were male (66%) and the median age was 56 (29-69) years. The median time from diagnosis to RIC-SCT was 4.7 years (0.6-22.9). Indications for RIC-SCT were 17p deletion in 24 (48%) patients and purine nucleoside analogue (PNA) refractory disease in 26 (52%) patients. Transplant related mortality was 6% and non-relapse mortality at 5 years was 14%. Acute graft versus host disease (GVHD) developed in 30 (60%) patients and chronic (c) GVHD was noted in 32 patients (64%). The 5-year relapse rate was 38%. The DF prognostic score stratified three categories for OS (score of 0, 1-2, ≥ 3), but was not associated with DFS in this cohort. We next evaluated the impact of other patient, disease, and transplant characteristics on clinical outcome. Development of cGVHD post-transplant was the dominant predictor of both DFS (HR 0.26, 95% CI=0.10-0.69, P=0.006) and OS (HR 0.04, 95% CI=0.01-0.19, P<0.0001, figure 1). The presence of 17p deletion at time of RIC-SCT was associated with shorter DFS (HR 3.99, 95% CI=1.43-11.18, P=0.008), but did not impact OS. Developing cGVH but not DF score remained an independent predictor of OS on a multi-variate analysis including both factors. Given these findings, we evaluated what pre-treatment patient, disease, and transplant characteristics predicted for subsequent development of cGVHD. Patients with higher scores on DF prognostic model were less likely to develop cGVHD (score 0=66%, 1-2=76%, ≥3=31%; P=0.01). Three CLL characteristics (complete or partial remission at time of RIC-SCT, absence of 17p deletion, and absence of ZAP70 overexpression) were predictors for development of cGVHD while alemtuzumab exposure ≤3 months prior to RIC-SCT decreased likelihood of cGVHD. On multivariate modeling using these four predictors, only ZAP70 overexpression was an independent negative predictor of developing cGVHD (Table 1). Rates of cGVHD post RIC-SCT in ZAP 70 positive and ZAP70 negative patients were 50% and 92%, respectively (p=0.03). Conclusion This study found that while the DF prognostic score is an effective way to predict outcome prior to RIC-SCT, development of cGVHD post-transplant is ultimately the most significant predictor for both OS and DFS after transplant in patients with CLL. Pretransplant characteristics that predict subsequent cGVHD include DF prognostic score and ZAP70 status. This is the first report to identify biologic characteristics of CLL B-cells associated with development of cGVHD post-transplant. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
1,123 Consecutive Adults with Non-APL Acute Myeloid Leukemia: The Mayo Clinic Experience

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 132 | Issue: Supplement 1 | Pages: 2689-2689

10.1182/blood-2018-99-110811

Abstract Background : Pre-treatment determinants of survival in adult acute myeloid leukemia (AML) include performance status, age, karyotype, the distinction between primary and non-primary AML and FLT3-ITD/NPM1 mutational status. Current literature on AML natural history and risk factors is often based on information derived from stringent protocol studies. In the current series of 1,123 adult patients seen at the Mayo Clinic between 2004 and 2017, we examined long-term survival specified by a number of primarily established risk factors. Methods: Diagnosis of AML and its sub-classification was according to World Health Organization criteria. Study subjects were recruited from the Mayo Clinic AML database. Conventional response criteria were used for CR and CRi assignment; the latter met all criteria for CR with the exception of platelet count <100 x 109/l or absolute neutrophil cunt <1 x 109/l. Standard statistical methods were used for analysis of overall survival, calculated from the initial diagnosis of AML to date of death or last follow-up; analyses were performed both in the absence and in the presence of censoring of survival at time of allogenic stem cell transplant (ASCT). The JMP® Pro 13.0.0 software from SAS Institute, Cary, NC, USA, was used for all calculations. Results: 1,123 adult patients (median age 65 years, range 18-94; 61% males) with non-APL AML were considered; 61% were age >60 years. 351 (31%) patients were seen between 2004 and 2009 and 772 (69%) between 2010 and 2017. AML subcategories were primary (56%), post-myelodysplastic syndromes (post-MDS; 24%), therapy-related (10%), post-myeloproliferative neoplasm (post-MPN; 8%) and post-MDS/MPN (3%). Cytogenetic risk distribution, according to the European LeukemiaNet classification, was favorable in 47 (4%), intermediate in 650 (58%) and adverse risk in 426 (38%) patients. FLT3, NPM1 and CEBPA mutation information was available in 462 (24% mutated), 393 (27% mutated) and 228 (11% mutated) patients, respectively. Treatment included intensive chemotherapy (IC) in 766 (68%) patients, less aggressive chemotherapy, including the use of hypomethylating agents in 144 (13%) and supportive care alone in 213 (19%) patients. ASCT was utilized in 258 (23%) cases, almost all performed after achieving CR/CRi. Complete remission (CR) and CR with incomplete count recovery (CRi) were listed in 333 (30%) and 248 (22%) patients, respectively; the corresponding rates in IC-treated patients were 43% and 32%. Almost all cases of CR/CRi occurred in IC-treated patients; 2 (1.4%) CRs were listed for less aggressive chemotherapy. After a median follow-up of 11 months, 798 (71%) deaths were recorded. Median survival for all 1,123 patients was 14 months with 1-, 3- and 5-year survival rates of 54%, 29% and 23%, respectively; a slight but significant (p=0.01) improvement in survival was apparent in more recent years (Figure 1a). Figures 1b, 1c and 1d depict analysis stratified by AML subcategories, treatment received and response obtained, respectively. Similarly, figures 2a, 2b and 2c depict analysis stratified by karyotype, use of ASCT and age. Multivariable analysis of pre-treatment parameters evaluable in all 1,123 patients identified age >60 years (HR 2.2, 1.9-2.6), adverse karyotype (HR 2.9, 1.9-4.9), intermediate-risk karyotype (HR 1.6, 1.02-2.6), post-MPN AML (HR 1.9, 1.5-2.4) and other secondary AML (HR 1.3 (1.1-1.6), as risk factors for shortened survival; the inclusion in the model of FLT3/NPM1 mutational status in 392 informative cases confirmed the adverse prognostic effect of age >60 years (HR 1.8, 1.4-2.5), adverse karyotype (HR 3.7, 1.4-15.3), post-MPN AML (HR 2.8, 1.6-4.6), other secondary AML (HR 1.4, 1.0-1.9) and FLT3+NPM1- (HR 2.8, 1.6-4.9) and FLT3-NPM1- (HR 1.7, 1.2-2.7) profile. Results were unchanged when survival was censored at time of ASCT. Additional prognostic interaction with treatment strategy and ASCT is further elaborated in an accompanying abstract to be presented. Conclusions: The current study, the largest coming from a single institution, provides practically useful information that should assist with patient consultation on AML prognosis and treatment. The study confirms the primary prognostic importance of age, karyotype and FLT3/NPM1 mutational status, in real-life practice. Novel observations included comparable value of CRi vs CR and the particularly worse prognosis associated with post-MPN AML. Disclosures Al-Kali: Novartis: Research Funding.
Phase I Trial of Systemic Administration of Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Genetically Engineered to Express NIS and Human Interferon, in Patients with Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma (MM), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and T-Cell Neoplasms (TCL)

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 132 | Issue: Supplement 1 | Pages: 3268-3268

10.1182/blood-2018-99-119444

Abstract Background: We previously reported successful treatment of myeloma with an oncolytic virus, MMV-NIS. Preexisting immunity against measles made use of that virus unsatisfactory. The Indiana strain of Vesicular Stomatitis Viruses (VSV) are being developed as anticancer drugs for the treatment of a variety of malignancies. To ensure tumor selective replication and spread, we designed the VSV to encode interferon beta. Expression of IFNβ also serves as a STING agonist to activate host immunity against the cancer. The sodium iodide symporter (NIS) is inserted as a reporter gene into the viral genome to enable noninvasive monitoring of viral spread using PET/CT imaging. We report a Phase I clinical trial of intravenous administration of VSV-IFNβ-NIS for relapsed hematological malignancies including MM, AML, and TCL. Methods: Arm A consisted of patients with low tumor burden. Arm B included patients with high tumor burden. Both arms consisted of a classical 3+3 phase I trial, starting at 5x10^9 TCID50 (dose level 1) through 5x10^11 TCID50 (dose level 4), given as a single IV dose. In order to obviate potential toxicity from high interferon levels, Arm B received ruxolitinib 15 mg twice daily for 10 days beginning on day -1. The primary objective was determining the maximum tolerated dose (MTD) of VSV-IFNβ-NIS alone and in combination with ruxolitinib; secondary objectives include estimating the safety profile and preliminary efficacy. Correlative objectives include monitoring the pharmacodynamics of viral replication through SPECT/CT imaging with NIS gene, viremia, virus shedding, changes in the immune profile of peripheral blood leukocytes, and immunohistochemistry for immune cell infiltrates in tumors. Adverse events (AEs) are reported herein based on CTCAE v4 with the exception of cytokine release syndrome (CRS) which is based on Lee (Blood 2014; 124(2):188-195) criteria. Results: To date, 10 patients have received IV VSV-IFNβ-NIS; 8 in Arm A and 2 in Arm B. In Arm A, 3 patients were treated at dose level 1, 3 at dose level 2 and 2 at dose level 3. At dose level 1, there were three grade 3 hematologic AEs (neutropenia [1], lymphopenia [2]), and no grade 3+ non-hematologic AEs. At dose level 2, there were two grade 3 hematologic AEs (anemia [1], lymphopenia [1]), and two grade 3 non-hematologic AEs (nausea [1], dehydration [1]). A grade 2 CRS by Lee criteria was also observed. At dose level 3, 2 patients have been enrolled and data are maturing for DLT evaluation. In Arm B (VSV + rux), 2 patients have been enrolled and data are maturing for dose limiting toxicity (DLT) evaluation. Other grade 1 and 2 toxicities have included fever, hypertension, headache, electrolyte abnormalities, nausea, vomiting, transient elevation of liver function tests and creatinine. All grade 1 and 2 toxicities resolved within 72 hours. Among the 6 patients evaluable for response, there was one partial remission (TCL patient treated at dose level 2), and 5 with progressive disease. Multiple cytokines increased at 4h post infusion of virus, but most returned to baseline levels by 24h.Viremia was detectable in all patients at the end of infusion, and to varying levels at 30 mins, 1, 2, 4, 24, 48h or 72 hours post virus infusion. No persistent viremia was observed. No infectious virus was recovered in buccal swabs or urine and neutralizing anti-VSV antibodies were present by day 29. Extensive immune phenotyping and ELIspot assays for shared antigens are ongoing. Conclusion: In the lowest dose levels tested to date, VSV-IFNβ-NIS has not led to any observed dose limiting toxicity. Dose escalation is ongoing and updated results will be reported. Disclosures Lacy: Celgene: Research Funding. Peng:Vyriad: Equity Ownership. Russell:Vyriad: Equity Ownership. Dueck:Bayer: Employment; Phytogine: Employment; Pfizer: Honoraria. Witzig:Celgene: Consultancy, Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding. Dispenzieri:Celgene, Takeda, Prothena, Jannsen, Pfizer, Alnylam, GSK: Research Funding. Gertz:spectrum: Consultancy, Honoraria; Physicians Education Resource: Consultancy; Ionis: Honoraria; janssen: Consultancy; Medscape: Consultancy; celgene: Consultancy; Apellis: Consultancy; Prothena: Honoraria; Amgen: Consultancy; annexon: Consultancy; Abbvie: Consultancy; Research to Practice: Consultancy; Teva: Consultancy; Alnylam: Honoraria. Dingli:Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.: Other: Participates in the International PNH Registry (for Mayo Clinic, Rochester) for Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Millennium Takeda: Research Funding; Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.: Other: Participates in the International PNH Registry (for Mayo Clinic, Rochester) for Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Millennium Takeda: Research Funding. Kapoor:Celgene: Research Funding; Takeda: Research Funding. Al-Kali:Novartis: Research Funding. Naik:Vyriad: Equity Ownership. Kumar:AbbVie: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Novartis: Research Funding; Janssen: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; KITE: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Janssen: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Takeda: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees; Celgene: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; KITE: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Celgene: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Oncopeptides: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees; Merck: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding; Roche: Research Funding; AbbVie: Membership on an entity's Board of Directors or advisory committees, Research Funding.
3,023 Mayo Clinic Patients with Myeloproliferative Neoplasms: Risk-Stratified Comparison of Survival and Outcomes Data Among Disease Subgroups

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 132 | Issue: Supplement 1 | Pages: 3035-3035

10.1182/blood-2018-99-109740

Abstract Background: While several population-based studies have reported on adverse outcomes and life expectancy in myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) (JCO. 2015;33:2288; AJH. 1999;61:10; Leukemia. 2013;27:1874; JCO. 2012;30:2995), large-scale studies reporting mature data have been rare and important questions remain unanswered. The current study documents the Mayo Clinic (MC) decades-long experience with over 3,000 consecutive MPN patients including polycythemia vera (PV), essential thrombocythemia (ET), and primary myelofibrosis (PMF) with the majority of patients followed until death. Herein, we provide mature, and importantly, risk-stratified survival data and disease complication estimates. Methods: Study patients were recruited from MC, Rochester, MN, USA between 10/27/1967 and 12/29/2017. All MPN diagnoses and documentation of fibrotic/leukemic transformations were in accordance with the 2016 World Health Organization criteria (Blood. 2016;127:2391). Clinical and laboratory data were abstracted from medical records. Risk-stratification used conventional risk models considering age, leukocytes, and venous thrombosis for PV (Leukemia. 2013;27:1874), international prognostic score for ET (Blood. 2012;120:1197), and dynamic international prognostic scoring system for PMF (Blood. 2010;115:1703). Statistical analyses were based on parameters obtained at the time of referral to MC which, in the majority of cases, coincided with or was within 1 year of diagnosis. All patients were followed from diagnosis until death or date of last follow-up/contact. Recipients of allogeneic stem cell transplants were censored at the time of transplant. Standard statistical methods and time-to-event curves prepared using the Kaplan-Meier method were used to compare MPN subgroups. Survival data for low-risk ET/PV were compared with age- and sex-matched controls from Olmstead County, MN, USA. JMP® Pro 13.0.0 software (SAS Institute, Cary, NC, USA) was used for all analyses. Results: 3,023 consecutive patients (median age 62 years, range 18-96; 51% males) were considered, including 89% diagnosed within the year: 665 PV, 1076 ET and 1282 PMF. Conventional risk stratification in 2925 evaluable patients revealed low, intermediate, and high-risk status in 26%, 29%, and 45% of PV and 30%, 42%, and 28% of ET patients, respectively, while PMF cases were attributed low (14%), intermediate-1 (38%) -2 (40%) and high (8%) risk (Table 1). After a median follow-up of 8.2 years for PV (range 0-39), 9.9 for ET (range 0-47), and 3.2 for PMF (range 0-31), 1631 (54%) deaths, 183 (6%) leukemic transformations, 244 (14%) fibrotic progressions, and 516 (17%) thrombotic events were recorded (Table 1). Median overall survival (OS) was 18 years for ET, 15 for PV and 4.4 for PMF (p<0.05 for all inter-group comparisons) (Figure 1A). Leukemia-free survival was similar for ET and PV (p=0.22) and significantly worse for PMF (p<0.001) (Figure 1B). PV, compared to ET, was associated with higher risk of fibrotic progression (p<0.001) (Figure 1C). Thrombosis risk after diagnosis was highest in PV and lowest in PMF (p=0.002 for PV vs ET; 0.56 for ET vs PMF; and 0.001 for PV vs PMF) (Figure 1D). Following risk stratification, median OS in low-risk ET (28 years) and low-risk PV (27 years) were superimposed (p=0.89) (Figure 2). Similarly, intermediate or high-risk PV and ET patients had comparable OS within each risk strata (p=0.23 and 0.11, respectively). Low-risk PMF survival was analogous to that of intermediate-risk PV (p=0.06). All other risk-stratified categories disclosed significantly different inter- and intra-group survival patterns (p<0.001) (Figure 2). Despite their categorization as favorable-risk disease, both low-risk ET and low-risk PV displayed excess mortality relative to age- and sex-matched controls with median survival of 26.7 and 28.1 years respectively, compared to the expected 37.5 and 39.2 years (p<0.001) (Figure 3). Conclusions: The current study provides large-scale and uniquely mature survival and outcomes data in MPN and highlights MPN subgroup risk categorization as cardinal in appraising disease natural history. Interestingly, OS was only marginally better in ET, compared to PV, while the latter clearly displayed a higher risk of thrombosis and fibrotic progression. Moreover, data disclosed shortened life expectancy relative to matched controls even in MPN with favorable risk attribution. Disclosures Busque: BMS: Consultancy; Novartis: Consultancy; Pfizer: Consultancy; Paladin: Consultancy.
Genomics Of Familial Myelodysplastic Syndromes and Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 2803-2803

10.1182/blood.v122.21.2803.2803

Abstract Background The mutational landscape in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) is becoming increasingly apparent. Although some mutations and translocations occur in a substantial fraction of patients, in many, the etiologic mutations are unknown and current cytogenetic testing uninformative. Recent whole genome studies show that the mutational landscape can be very diverse. Genomic studies in families at high risk of developing MDS and AML can be highly informative in identifying potentially oncogenic mutations. We have identified a family with a high incidence of MDS/AML and here report on their unique mutational profile. Patients and Methods An index patient presented to our institution with AML with myelodysplasia related changes (AML-MRC) who required allogeneic stem cell transplantation (SCT). Subsequently, 3 other family members developed MDS. DNA from the index case before and after SCT, 3 affected family members, along with 3 healthy family members (controls) was isolated. Whole exome sequencing was performed using the Agilent V4+UTR capture kit. Sequencing of the index case post SCT served as an additional control (100% donor chimerism). Potentially damaging and novel variations in the index case and additional affected patients were detected by comparing their variant files with those of their unaffected relatives. We further excluded variants with an observed MAF greater than 0.01 using annotated populations in HAPMAP, 1k Genomes, Danish-BGI and ESP5400_EU. All variants with a high or moderate effect based on SNPeff were considered. Results We sequenced an average of 1 billion base pairs per case, with an at least 30 fold exome coverage. The average number of INDELs was 206/patient (range, 187-214), while the average number of SNV was 142/patient (range, 139 – 153). Sixteen mutations were identified in the patients that were not present in controls and in the post SCT sample. This frequency is similar to that recently reported by the Cancer Genome Atlas Research Network. However, none of the mutations we identified have been reported previously in AML/MDS. We identified a heterozygous mutation in the NAPRT1 gene that led to a premature stop codon (R405*). A mutation in the splice site donor of PODNL1 was also identified, together with non-synonymous mutations in IL36RN, ABCA12, GOLGB1, PLXNA1, ABLIM3 and others. We found no correlation between total SNV and total reads mapped (r=0.48). Given the potential role of NAPRT1in genome repair, we evaluated the frequency of SNV in individuals with and without this mutation. There was no difference in SNV frequency in heterozygotes compared to controls (p=0.45) and the frequency of SNV in patients with the R405* mutation did not increase with age. These observations argue against this mutation as a cause of genomic instability. We found a bimodal distribution of SNV (0.14% versus 0.08%, p=0.00024) that did not correlate with the presence/absence of disease. The mechanism behind this distribution is being evaluated. Conclusions The mutational landscape of MDS/AML continues to expand. The functional significance of mutations identified still has to be understood at the molecular level. Although some mutations in AML may be recurrent, it is likely that a substantial number of patients with leukemia have ‘private’ mutations that are oncogenic. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
Differential Prognostic Effect of IDH1 Versus IDH2 Mutations in Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Mayo Clinic Study of 277 Patients

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 118 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 971-971

10.1182/blood.v118.21.971.971

Abstract Abstract 971 Unlike the case in acute myeloid leukemia, there is limited information on the prognostic impact of IDH mutations in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). In the current study of 277 patients with MDS, IDH mutations were detected in 34 (12%) cases: 26 IDH2 (all R140Q) and 8 IDH1 (six R132S and two R132C). Mutational frequency was 4% (2 of 56) in refractory anemia with ring sideroblasts (RARS), 12% (16 of 130) in refractory cytopenia with multilineage dysplasia, 14% (2 of 14) in MDS-unclassifiable, 14% (6 of 42) in refractory anemia with excess blasts (RAEB)-1, and 23% (8 of 35) in RAEB-2. Normal karyotype was noted in all but one IDH1-mutated cases and 13 IDH2-mutated cases. Multivariable analysis identified presence of mutant IDH1 (p=0.0004; HR 4.0, 95% CI 1.9–8.8), revised International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS-R) risk category (p<0.0001), and red cell transfusion need (p=0.002) as independent predictors of inferior survival (Figure 1). In a similar multivariable analysis, mutant IDH1 was the only variable associated with shortened leukemia-free survival (p=0.001; HR 7.0, 95% CI 2.3–20.8). The presence of IDH2 R140Q did not affect overall (p=0.54) or leukemia-free (p=0.81) survival (Figure 2). The current study suggests a powerful adverse prognostic effect for mutant IDH1 in MDS. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
Extramedullary Leukemia Relapse In Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation: Risk Factors and Prognosis

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 2081-2081

10.1182/blood.v122.21.2081.2081

Abstract Background The management of extramedullary relapse (EM) of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) after allogeneic stem cell transplant (allo-SCT) is not standardized. We present a single institution experience, describing the risk factors, outcomes and management of EM leukemia relapse in AML patients who underwent allo-SCT. Methods After due IRB approval, 351 patients with AML who underwent allo-SCT at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, from 1985 through 2012, were evaluated for EM relapse. All patients had BM biopsies and cytogenetic studies at diagnosis and at relapse. Extramedullary relapse was identified by clinical exams and radiological methods and confirmed where possible by biopsies and cerebrospinal analysis (CSF). Clinical, pathological and transplant related data was retrospectively abstracted. Results Of 351 patients, 26 (7%) had EM involvement at initial diagnosis (17 CNS, 9 non-CNS, 3 both). Forty-four (13%) patients had CNS disease detected prior to allo-SCT. Of these, 17 (39%) were detected at AML diagnosis due to clinical signs/symptoms, 11 (25%) were detected to have CNS involvement at the time of AML relapse and 16 (36%) were asymptomatic; diagnosed on routine pre transplant CSF studies. All patients with pretransplant EM disease received appropriate therapy prior to undergoing transplantation. After allo-SCT, 21 (6%; 12 male) of 351 patients sustained an EM relapse (11 CNS alone, 9 non-CNS, 1 both). The non-CNS EM relapse sites were cutaneous, skeletal, renal, breast, testicular, gastrointestinal tract and soft tissue. In 12 patients with CNS relapse, 8 (68%) presented with localizing signs and symptoms and 4 were asymptomatic. The median age at EM relapse was 42 years (range; 2 - 61 years) and the median time to EM relapse was 443 days (range; 90- 6069 days). Salvage therapy offered in 18 patients included, intrathecal chemotherapy (IT) alone in 2, IT + systemic chemotherapy (CTX) in 2, allo-SCT in 1, CTX alone in 6, IT + radiation therapy (XRT) in 1, CTX, IT and XRT in 1, and CTX + XRT in 5 patients, respectively. Three patients were ineligible for further therapy. Median survival after EM relapse was 136 days (18 – 819, days), with 4 patients alive at last followup. At the time of AML diagnosis; 6 (29%) of 21 patients had EM involvement (2 breast, 1 lymph node, 1 CNS and lymph node, 1 cutaneous), 8 (38%) patients had a monocytic differentiation (AML-M4/M5) and 6 of 9 tested, had CD56 expression. Three (14%), 8 (38%) and 10 (48%) patients were risk stratified based on cytogenetic and molecular status (FLT3/NPM1) into favorable, intermediate and high risk, respectively. Subsequently, all 21 patients underwent allo-SCT with 14 patients undergoing matched related donor (MRD) transplants. The transplant conditioning was myeloablative in 16 (76%) patients, of which 11 (69%) received total body irradiation (TBI). Grade II-IV acute graft versus host disease (GVHD) was noted in 11 (52%) patients, while chronic GVHD was noted in 8 (38). On univariate analysis, factors associated with shortened survival after EM relapse included; high risk karyotype at diagnosis (p=0.009), concurrent bone marrow involvement with EM relapse (p=0.01) and reduced intensity conditioning (RIC) (p=0.04). Importantly, CD56 expression (p=0.27), CNS involvement at diagnosis (p=0.76), and chronic GVHD (p=0.383) were not prognostic. On a multivariate analysis, high risk karyotype (p=0.04) and concurrent bone marrow involvement (p=0.04) retained their negative prognostic value. Conclusions Although uncommon, EM relapse after allo-SCT for AML is associated with poor outcomes. Pretransplant CSF screening identifies a significant number of asymptomatic patients with CNS disease. High risk karyotype at diagnosis and concurrent BM involvement with EM relapse are poor prognosticators. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
A Novel Prognostic Model To Predict Relapse After Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation For Myelodysplastic Syndromes

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 2098-2098

10.1182/blood.v122.21.2098.2098

Abstract Background Allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-SCT) is a potentially curative option for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). However, allo-SCT can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality along with a risk for post-transplant disease relapse. While many MDS prognostic models exist, a prognostic model specifically designed to predict post-transplant disease relapse is yet to be developed. Therefore, we carried out this single institution study. Methods After due IRB approval, the Mayo Clinic MDS database (1995-2012) was retrospectively reviewed. This database contains comprehensive information on MDS clinical and pathological characteristics, treatments and SCT. Primary outcomes analyzed included disease free survival (DFS), overall survival (OS) and relapse rates at five years post allo-SCT. In addition, we evaluated transplant related mortality (TRM), non-relapse mortality (NRM), and rates of acute and chronic graft versus host disease (GVHD). DFS and OS were calculated from the time of transplantation. The prognostic relevance of several disease and transplant specific characteristics were analyzed, including: age, gender, World Health Organization (WHO) categories, therapy related MDS, cytogenetics, International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS) and IPSS-Revised (IPSS-R) at the time of MDS diagnosis, transfusion dependence, bone marrow and circulating blast count at transplant, serum ferritin levels, SCT Co-morbidity Index, donor source, HLA matching, CMV serostatus, and conditioning regimen. Multivariate analysis was performed using the Cox Proportional Hazard Model. Survival was estimated and compared using the Kaplan Meier and Log Rank tests, respectively. Results From 1995 through 2012, 96 consecutive patients with MDS underwent allo-SCT at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester. Of these, 62 were male (65%) with a median age of 54 (24-68 years). The median follow up was 31 (1-181) months. Twenty seven patients (28%) had therapy related MDS and 39 (40%) had MDS with a monosomal karyotype. IPSS-R risk stratification identified 55 (57%) patients with very high, 20 (21%) with high and 21 (22%) with intermediate/good risk disease. Fifty (52%) patients received a reduced intensity conditioning. The TRM was 8% and NRM at 5 years was 22%. Acute (grade 2 to 4) GVHD developed in 57 (59%) patients and chronic extensive GVHD was noted in 52 (54%) patients. Five-year relapse, DFS and OS rates were 24%, 42%, and 44%, respectively. In a univariate analysis, IPSS-R (high/very high, P=0.005), therapy related MDS (P=0.009), bone marrow blast count at transplant (≥10%, P=0.01), and the presence of a monosomal karyotype (P=0.05) were significantly associated with worse DFS. On a multivariable analysis, only high or very high risk IPSS-R category (HR 7.8, P=0.005) and therapy related MDS (HR 3.9, P=0.04) retained their negative prognostic impact. Based on this finding, we developed a prognostic model that assigned one point to each of these two factors (low risk-0, intermediate-1 and high risk-2). This model successfully stratified patients based on DFS, with a 5-year DFS of 67%, 40% and 23% for low, intermediate and high risk categories respectively, P=0.0012. This model was also successful in risk stratifying patients with regards to OS (table 1, figure 1). The presence of chronic GVHD was associated with a significantly improved DFS (62% vs 24%, P<0.0001) and OS (78% vs 19%, P<0.0001), however, as this is a post-transplant outcome, it was not included in the analysis/model. Conclusions Although the IPSS-R has not been validated in therapy related MDS or in patients who have received MDS directed therapy, the high/very high risk categories along with therapy related MDS, serve as independent predictors of OS and disease relapse after allo-SCT. Using these two variables, our prognostic model efficiently stratified patients with regards to DFS, relapse rates, and OS. Given the smaller sample size validation in a larger patient cohort will be needed. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
Clinical and Molecular Profile Of Hereditary Antithrombin (AT) Deficiency: A Single Institution Cohort

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 2369-2369

10.1182/blood.v122.21.2369.2369

Abstract Introduction Hereditary antithrombin (AT) deficiency is an autosomal dominant thrombophilia. It is classified into type 1 (quantitative) or type 2 (qualitative) deficiency based on the AT antigen and activity levels (Haemophilia 2008:14; 1229). The goal of this study was to correlate clinical phenotype with AT molecular defects. Methods After IRB approval, patients with a diagnosis of hereditary AT deficiency established at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, were identified from the clinical database (1997-2012). AT activity was assayed by a chromogenic Factor Xa assay and AT antigen level was assayed by latex immunoassay. Peripheral blood leukocyte genomic DNA was extracted using standard methods. PCR-amplification and ABI BigDye Terminator cycle sequencing kit was performed for all SERPINC1 exons, intronic splicing regions and the 3’UTR. SERPINC1 sequence was analyzed using Mutation Surveyor software (SoftGenetics). Clinical data were obtained from patient interview and medical record review. An event was defined as an episode of venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism; arterial thrombosis, including cerebrovascular event and/or myocardial infarction, and an obstetric event, including miscarriages and/or spontaneous abortions. Statistical analysis was performed with SAS 9.1.3 (SAS Institute Inc. Cary, NC). Results Of 30 patients with hereditary AT deficiency; sequence data was available on 22. Twenty-nine (97%) patients were white, and 19 (63%) were females. Six patients (20%) were smokers and 9 (30%) had a body mass index of >30. Based on the AT activity and antigen levels, 18 (81%) had type 1 AT deficiency, while the remainder had type 2. Eleven patients were heterozygous for six novel (all type 1) mutations. One patient was also a homozygous carrier for the Factor V Leiden mutation. The median age at first thrombotic event was 24.4 years (range, 16.2-70.7), and the median age at diagnosis of AT deficiency was 40.7 years (range, 17.8-76). Both, the median ages at first thrombotic event and at diagnosis were comparable in type 1 versus type 2 AT deficiency patients (P=0.52 and 0.97 respectively). Thirteen patients (43%) had unprovoked thrombotic events. Majority had VTE (n=21, 70%), which included one patient each with splanchnic venous thrombosis, and cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. At last follow up, twenty-one patients (70%) were on chronic anticoagulation [17 (81%) were on warfarin, 2 (9.5%) on enoxaparin and 2 (9.5%) were on rivaroxaban]. Median number of events was 1 (range 0-7). Four patients (19%) had bleeding complications from anticoagulation. Only one death was noted in the cohort and cause of death could not be determined. Conclusions Type 1 hereditary AT deficiency is the most clinically prevalent subtype in practice. Of the patients who developed thrombosis; clinical characteristics did not differ between type 1 and type 2 AT deficiency. We report 6 novel mutations in patients with hereditary AT deficiency. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
Incidence Of Symptomatic Venous Thromboembolism In Patients With Hemophilia Undergoing Joint Replacement Surgery: A Retrospective Study

Blood | October 14, 2019 | Volume: 122 | Issue: 21 | Pages: 2348-2348

10.1182/blood.v122.21.2348.2348

Abstract Background Hip and knee arthroplasty (THA and TKA), in general, pose a high risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE), and pharmacologic VTE prophylaxis is often strongly recommended. In patients (pt) with hemophilia undergoing THA/TKA, given the underlying bleeding diathesis, the routine use of pharmacologic VTE prophylaxis is controversial. In this study, we report THA/TKA outcomes in pt with hemophilia in our institution. Methods Retrospective chart review of Mayo Comprehensive hemophilia center pt undergoing THA and TKA. Medical records were reviewed for objectively documented VTE for up to 3 months after surgery. Results 42 consecutive pt with hemophilia A (n=38) or B (n=4) underwent 71 operations: THA (n=32) and TKA (n=39) over a period of 39 years. All pt received compression stockings up to 6 weeks after surgery; 6/71 (8.4%) received sequential intermittent compression and 2/71 (2.8%) received postoperative low molecular weight heparin (LMWH). Symptomatic femoral vein DVT occurred in 1/42 pt (2%); (1/71, 1.4% of operations (1.4%)), 10 days after THA for traumatic hip fracture and after the LMWH was discontinued. The patient was subsequently found to be heterozygous for the factor V Leiden gene mutation. For up to 3 months after surgery, there were no additional cases of symptomatic DVT. There was no unexpected bleeding in the 2 patients receiving LMWH. Conclusion In this this study, routine use of compression stockings without the use of pharmacologic prophylaxis resulted in a low rate of symptomatic VTE in patients with hemophilia. This may be similar to the incidence in the general population receiving LMWH (Heit, JA et al Annals of Internal Medicine 2000) A limited sample size precludes definitive recommendations for practice. For appropriate high risk patients, limited use of pharmacologic prophylaxis may still be important. Disclosures: No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.