Rheumatology

A scoping review shows machine learning models may help predict response to biologic and targeted synthetic DMARDs in rheumatoid arthritis, though validation gaps remain.

A new study shows that grip strength cannot be used as a proxy for core muscle endurance in axial spondyloarthritis, highlighting the need for targeted core assessments.

A six-year cohort study shows low muscle strength, not sarcopenia, is linked to increased falls risk in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting the importance of functional assessments.

Critically ill patients with systemic lupus erythematosus show reduced ICU survival, driven largely by renal dysfunction, with glucocorticoids potentially mitigating mortality risk.

Real-world data show switching to IL-17 inhibitors after TNF inhibitor failure improves treatment retention compared with TNF cycling in psoriatic arthritis.

A new review highlights kefir-derived peptides, probiotics and kefiran as promising natural strategies for bone health and osteoporosis prevention.

BSR has published an updated guideline on the safe use of csDMARDs, introducing new evidence, paediatric guidance, and risk-adaptive monitoring across the full life course.

Cardiac involvement was found in 35% of patients with EGPA, with pericarditis, myocarditis, and coronary vasospasms driving worse disease activity and prognosis.