Viviana Matys

Dr. Viviana Matys

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Academic Career Length

4Years (2023-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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6 April 2023 in Pharmaceuticals
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LMLucia Merlino
Lucia Merlino
GDGiulia D’Ovidio
Giulia D’Ovidio
VMViviana Matys
Viviana Matys
Maria Grazia PiccioniMaria Grazia Piccioni
Maria Grazia Piccioni
Maria Grazia PorporaMaria Grazia Porpora
Maria Grazia Porpora
OCOn Behalf Of Policlinico Umberto I Collaborators
On Behalf Of Policlinico Umberto I Collaborators
(1) Background: Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a medical condition that can affect breast cancer survivors (BCS). This is a complication that often can occur as a result of breast cancer treatment, causing symptoms such as vaginal dryness, itching, burning, dyspareunia, dysuria, pain, discomfort, and impairment of sexual function. BCS who experience these symptoms negatively impact multiple aspects of their quality of life to the point that some of them fail to complete adjuvant hormonal treatment; (2) Methods: In this systematic review of the literature, we have analyzed possible pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for GSM in BCS. We reviewed systemic hormone therapy, local hormone treatment with estrogens and androgens, the use of vaginal moisturizers and lubricants, ospemifene, and physical therapies such as radiofrequency, electroporation, and vaginal laser; (3) Results: The data available to date demonstrate that the aforementioned treatments are effective for the therapy of GSM and, in particular, vulvovaginal atrophy in BCS. Where possible, combination therapy often appears more useful than using a single line of treatment; (4) Conclusions: We analyzed the efficacy and safety data of each of these options for the treatment of GSM in BCS, emphasizing how often larger clinical trials with longer follow-ups are needed.

20 April 2023 in Journal of Clinical Medicine
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LMLucia Merlino
Lucia Merlino
VMViviana Matys
Viviana Matys
ACAlba Crognale
Alba Crognale
GDGiulia D’Ovidio
Giulia D’Ovidio
CRCarlo Della Rocca
Carlo Della Rocca
Maria Grazia PiccioniMaria Grazia Piccioni
Maria Grazia Piccioni
Neurological complications in pregnancy and the puerperium deserve particular attention from specialists due to the worsening of the clinical picture for both the mother and the fetus. This narrative review of existing data in the literature aims to analyze the most common “red flag symptoms” attributable to neurological complications such as pre-eclampsia (PE), eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS), stroke, CVS thrombosis, pituitary apoplexy, amniotic fluid embolism and cerebral aneurysm rupture, with the aim of providing a rapid diagnostic algorithm useful for the early diagnosis and treatment of these complications. The data were derived through the use of PubMed. The results and conclusions of our review are that neurological complications of a vascular nature in pregnancy and the puerperium are conditions that are often difficult to diagnose and manage clinically. For the obstetrics specialist who is faced with these situations, it is always important to have a guide in mind in order to be able to unravel the difficulties of clinical reasoning and promptly arrive at a diagnostic hypothesis.

13 February 2025 in Nutrients
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CACaterina Anania
Caterina Anania
VMViviana Matys
Viviana Matys
SMSimona Marra
Simona Marra
DCDaniela De Canditiis
Daniela De Canditiis
FOFrancesca Olivero
Francesca Olivero
Maria Grazia PiccioniMaria Grazia Piccioni
Maria Grazia Piccioni
Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by the appearance of recurrent eczematous lesions and intense itching. The World Allergy Organization (WAO) suggested the administration of probiotics in pregnant women at high risk of allergies in their children. Objectives: Our study aims to evaluate the role of administering the Bifidobacterium bifidum strain PRL2010 during pregnancy and breastfeeding in preventing and/or reducing the severity of AD manifestations in children. Methods: It is a monocentric, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with probiotic/placebo administration since the 36th week of gestation to mothers with atopy or a family history of atopy; the effects were evaluated over the first 12 months of the children’s lives. Results: No severe adverse effects due to probiotic intake were reported in our cohort. Although proportionally fewer children with AD were in the probiotic group, the statistical analysis showed no significant differences between the probiotic and placebo groups. However, infants who developed the most severe forms of AD in the probiotic group showed a better clinical course during follow-up compared to those in the placebo group. Conclusions: In conclusion, administering the probiotic Bifidobacterium bifidum strain PRL2010 during pregnancy and breastfeeding is safe and potentially beneficial; further large-scale studies may confirm its usefulness in improving the clinical manifestation of AD in children with a family history of atopy.

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Alessandro GravinaAlessandro Gravina
Alessandro Gravina
FOFrancesca Olivero
Francesca Olivero
GBgiulia brindisi
giulia brindisi
ACAntonia Fortunata Comerci
Antonia Fortunata Comerci
CRChiara Ranucci
Chiara Ranucci
CACaterina Anania
Caterina Anania
Food allergy (FA) affects approximately 6–8% of children worldwide causing a significant impact on the quality of life of children and their families. In past years, the possible role of weaning in the development of FA has been studied. According to recent studies, this is still controversial and influenced by several factors, such as the type of food, the age at food introduction and family history. In this narrative review, we aimed to collect the most recent evidence about weaning and its role in FA development, organizing the gathered data based on both the type of study and the food. As shown in most of the studies included in this review, early food introduction did not show a potential protective role against FA development, and we conclude that further evidence is needed from future clinical trials.

22 November 2024 in Clinical Rheumatology
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CMChiara Mandosi
Chiara Mandosi
VMViviana Matys
Viviana Matys
MDMarianna Deroma
Marianna Deroma
VNValentina Del Negro
Valentina Del Negro
LMLucia Merlino
Lucia Merlino
MPMaria Grazia Piccioni
Maria Grazia Piccioni
Objective: This study aimed to assess the potential impact of primary Sjögren’s syndrome (pSS) on fertility and ovarian reserve by evaluating the number of antral ovarian follicles (AFC) through ultrasound and analysing serum levels of anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which are currently the most reliable indicators of fertility potential. Method: A total of 52 premenopausal women were recruited from the Maternal, Infantile, and Urological Sciences Department at Umberto I Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome. Among them, 26 had pSS, and 26 served as healthy controls. All participants underwent a gynaecological examination, a transvaginal ultrasound, and serum testing for AMH and FSH levels. Results: The study found that serum AMH levels were significantly lower (p = 0.002) in pSS patients compared to the controls, indicating a potential reduction in ovarian reserve in these patients. However, no statistically significant differences were observed in FSH levels between the two groups. Conclusions: The findings suggest that pSS may have a negative impact on ovarian reserve, as evidenced by lower AMH levels in comparison to age-matched controls. AFC and FSH levels, however, were similar to those of healthy women. These results provide new insights that could be beneficial for this patient population, though further, larger-scale studies are necessary to more comprehensively understand the relationship between pSS and female fertility. Key Points• The study assesses the possible impact of pSS on fertility and ovarian reserve by evaluation of AMH, FSH, and AFC.• Family planning and fertility are important issues for patients with rheumatic disorders and must be considered and discussed with the patient already at the time of diagnosis, and appropriate counselling must be performed.

15 January 2024 in Preprints.org
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Alessandro GravinaAlessandro Gravina
Alessandro Gravina
FOFrancesca Olivero
Francesca Olivero
GBgiulia brindisi
giulia brindisi
ACAntonia Fortunata Comerci
Antonia Fortunata Comerci
CRChiara Ranucci
Chiara Ranucci
CACaterina Anania
Caterina Anania
Food allergy (FA) affects approximately 6–8% of children worldwide causing a significant impact on the quality of life of children and their families. In the years, the possible role of weaning in the development of FA has been studied. According to recent studies, the role of weaning in its development is still controversial and influenced by several factors, such as the type of food, the age at food introduction and family history. In this narrative review, we aimed to collected the most recent evidence about weaning and its role in FA development, organizing the gathered data based on both the type of study and the food.