Mattia Cristallo

Dr. Mattia Cristallo


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

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

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20 September 2024 in Journal of Clinical Medicine
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PCPALMA CARLUCCI
PALMA CARLUCCI
FSFederico Spataro
Federico Spataro
MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
Mario Di GioacchinoMario Di Gioacchino
Mario Di Gioacchino
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis
SGSebastiano Gangemi
Sebastiano Gangemi
Autoimmune skin disorders, including Psoriasis, Lichen Planus, Vitiligo, Atopic Dermatitis, and Alopecia Areata, arise from a combination of genetic predisposition, external factors, and immunological dysfunction. It is well-documented that there is a strong correlation between autoimmune thyroid diseases and a range of dermatological disorders, especially urticaria. This review investigates possible links between autoimmune thyroiditis and a broader spectrum of autoimmune skin conditions, analyzing shared genetic markers, immunological mechanisms, and clinical correlations. Common pathogenic mechanisms include disrupted immune tolerance and oxidative stress, leading to chronic inflammation. Genetic factors, such as IL-23 receptor gene variants, increase the risk for Psoriasis, Alopecia Areata, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Additionally, CTLA-4 mutations enhance susceptibility to autoimmune thyroid and skin disorders. Shared genetic susceptibility was also reported in Lichen Planus and Vitilgo, even if different genetic loci might be involved. The breakdown of the immune system can determine a pro-inflammatory state, facilitating the development of autoimmunity and auto-antibody cross-reactions. The presence of similar antigens in skin cells and thyrocytes might explain why both tissues are affected. The significant overlap between these conditions emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive diagnosis workup and treatment. Future research should focus on clarifying specific immunological pathways and identifying novel biomarkers.

15 April 2026 in Journal of Cystic Fibrosis
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AGAttilio Di Girolamo
Attilio Di Girolamo
MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
MDMichelina Francesca Daddato
Michelina Francesca Daddato
FSFederico Spataro
Federico Spataro
GLGiuseppina Leonetti
Giuseppina Leonetti
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis

16 October 2025 in Biomolecules
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MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
FFFabiana Furci
Fabiana Furci
MCMarco Casciaro
Marco Casciaro
SGSebastiano Gangemi
Sebastiano Gangemi
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis
In recent years, the role of sexual hormones in the pathogenesis and progression of various diseases has progressively being established, which attempts to explain immune dimorphism. Whether physiological or pathological, variations in hormones influence the inflammatory response and adaptive systems to control increased productions of reactive oxygen species, reactive nitrogen species, and free radicals. Primary allergic respiratory and skin diseases were taken into consideration, and possible biomarkers of oxidative stress related to sex differences in the onset and development of atopic diseases were analyzed. Understanding how these variables interact with each other, and evaluating the possible common targets, lays the foundation for the development of tailored therapies with an eye to precision medicine.

1 January 2024 in Advances in Dermatology and Allergology
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MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
NCNada Chaoul
Nada Chaoul
MAMarcello Albanesi
Marcello Albanesi
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis
AGAttilio Di Girolamo
Attilio Di Girolamo

1 September 2025 in International Journal of Dermatology
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MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
IZIppolita Zaza
Ippolita Zaza
MDMichelina Francesca Daddato
Michelina Francesca Daddato
LMLoredana Muolo
Loredana Muolo
FPFrancesco Pugliese
Francesco Pugliese
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis

2 March 2025 in Immunology
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MCMattia Cristallo
Mattia Cristallo
MFMirco Filieri
Mirco Filieri
FSFederico Spataro
Federico Spataro
LMLoredana Muolo
Loredana Muolo
ENEustachio Nettis
Eustachio Nettis
AGAttilio Di Girolamo
Attilio Di Girolamo