Rheumatology

Healthcare professionals in the U.S. are closely watching progress in the diagnosis and management of IgG4-related periaortitis, periarteritis, and retroperitoneal fibrosis, a complex subset of IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD) that mimics other conditions and defies simple diagnostic approaches.

A new prospective cohort study has found that the rate of skin thickening progression in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), measured using the modified Rodnan skin score (mRSS), is closely correlated with the early onset of serious cardiopulmonary complications, including interstitial lung disease (ILD) and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

A new study examining the long-term effects of a specific carbohydrate diet (SCD) in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) suggests potential benefits, particularly for individuals seeking to avoid medication escalation.

AI is making significant strides in the diagnosis and outcome prediction of vasculitides, rare inflammatory disorders that can be challenging to identify due to their diverse clinical presentations.

Children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) face more than just joint pain, emerging research reveals that the condition may significantly delay puberty.

Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) may offer a groundbreaking new approach to treating systemic sclerosis (SSc), according to a recent study.

A recent analysis of the SENSCIS and SENSCIS-ON trials has demonstrated that nintedanib effectively slows the decline in forced vital capacity (FVC) among patients with systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD).

A recent study conducted with the UK Medical Cannabis Registry evaluated the impact of cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) on patients suffering from chronic pain due to hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD) and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS).

AI is emerging as a promising tool in the diagnosis and management of vasculitides, a group of rare inflammatory disorders that pose significant diagnostic challenges.

The psychometric properties of the Scleroderma Skin Questionnaire (SSQ), a novel patient-reported outcome (PRO) designed to assess skin disease in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), has been evaluated in a new study.

A recent long-term population study from Western Australia has revealed critical insights into the relationship between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and cancer outcomes.

A recent analysis from the RESOLVE-1 trial has highlighted the potential of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) in treating diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis (dcSSc), particularly in early-stage disease.

Inflammation is increasingly recognized as a pivotal factor in the development of atherosclerosis and its associated thrombotic complications.

Explore the efficacy and safety of first-line targeted synthetic DMARDs in rheumatoid arthritis patients with chronic kidney disease, highlighting potential risks like deep vein thrombosis.

Gastroesophageal (GE) symptoms, such as acid reflux and heartburn, are significantly associated with higher disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a new study.

For patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with an inadequate response to Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKi), new research suggests that cycling to another JAKi may be more effective than switching to a biologic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (bDMARD).

A recent study evaluated the advantages and limitations of various noninvasive imaging modalities in diagnosing cardiovascular disease (CVD) in patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases (ARDs).

A recent cross-sectional study conducted at a quaternary hospital in Brazil has provided new insights into joint involvement in Sjögren’s disease (SjD), challenging its traditional classification as a non-erosive condition.

The potential of high-content imaging as a game-changer for precision medicine in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has been highlighted in a new study.

A ketogenic diet (KD) may worsen osteoarthritis (OA) severity and increase pain sensitivity according to the results of a new study.

Risks of autoimmune conditions (ACs) in patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), a critical class of cancer immunotherapies, have been explored in a new epidemiological study.

A recent randomized clinical trial has demonstrated that incorporating healthy lifestyle care into chronic low back pain management can provide small but meaningful improvements in disability, weight loss, and quality of life.

A genetic link between air pollution exposure and the risk of developing autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), lupus, and psoriasis, has been identified in a new study.

Frailty, a dynamic and clinically significant condition, is prevalent among patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc), according to a recently published study.

The way patients and clinicians prioritize different aspects of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) has been revealed in a new study that shed light on important disparities that could impact care quality and outcomes.

A diagnostic model has been developed for primary Sjögren’s disease (pSjD), utilizing salivary biomarkers, serum autoantibodies, and Schirmer’s test.

Achieving medication-free remission (MFR) is a critical milestone in the treatment of juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM), a rare inflammatory disease primarily affecting skin and muscles.

Botulinum toxin (BTX), widely known for its cosmetic and neurological applications, is emerging as a potential treatment for Raynaud’s phenomenon (RP), particularly when secondary to scleroderma.

Native Americans experience the highest premature mortality rates from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the United States, according to a comprehensive study analyzing national data from 1999 to 2020.

TNF inhibitors reduce fracture risk in axial spondyloarthritis, offering protection against complications from chronic inflammation.

A new study from Western Australia reveals that while patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a lower overall cancer incidence compared to the general population, they face higher risks for lung and hematological cancers.

A recent study conducted across five centers in Shelby County, Tennessee, reveals concerning disparities in the diagnosis and severity of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) in Black Americans.

A recent study exploring the impact of estrogen and progesterone analog supplementation on autoimmune conditions reveals a concerning association with several diseases.

Insights into predicting psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) patients, 18 years after their initial diagnosis, were shared in a recent study.

Regulatory T (Treg) cells are vital for immune system balance, preventing autoimmune diseases by suppressing inflammation.

According to a new study, achieving sustained drug-free remission (SDFR) in giant cell arteritis (GCA) is possible for a significant subset of patients, with low relapse rates once remission is reached.

Females who experience infertility but do not use fertility treatment may be at an increased risk for developing systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease (SARD) after childbirth, according to a new population-based cohort study.

Genicular artery embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive procedure, offers promising relief for patients with knee osteoarthritis, potentially delaying or eliminating the need for knee replacement surgery, according to new findings presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting.

Investigation into colchicine’s potential as a treatment for knee osteoarthritis (OA) found no significant improvement in pain or function in a recent study.

Women with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) experience longer delays in diagnosis, more intense symptoms, and distinct challenges with treatment compared to men, according to findings presented by Lihi Eder at ACR Convergence 2024.