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News, opinions and meeting coverage in rheumatology.

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<乌鸦传媒>Still No Easy Way to Take RA Patients Off Anti-TNF Drugs

Randomized trial tests a withdrawal strategy, with mixed results

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<乌鸦传媒>Tool Predicts PsA Progression From Psoriasis, No Fancy Biomarkers Needed

New model estimates risk from routine clinical parameters

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<乌鸦传媒>Steroid Tapering Called Safe in Older RA Patients

Trial follow-up demonstrates feasibility, though not without some risk

A transmission electron micrograph of rotavirus particles.

<乌鸦传媒>Rotavirus Hospitalization in Kids Linked to Autoimmune Disease Later On

Higher risks for arthritis, connective tissue disorders, other diseases seen in Korean study

A computer rendering of the intestinal microbiome

<乌鸦传媒>Gut Biome Altered in Inflammatory Arthritis, but Causal Direction Unclear

Authors of new study ready to exonerate intestinal flora as a cause of joint disease

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<乌鸦传媒>Arthritis and Long COVID: A Double Whammy

Worse pain and less functional ability with lingering virus symptoms, patients say

A medical illustration of vagus nerve stimulation.

<乌鸦传媒>Those Studies Backing Vagus Nerve Stimulation for RA? Umm...

Randomized trial gives hopes for novel treatment a cold shower

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<乌鸦传媒>Biologics Keep Early RA in Check for at Least 1 Year

New data confirm earlier shorter-term findings

A photo of a bottle of Xeljanz over an x-ray image of a person鈥檚 hands gnarled by rheumatoid arthritis

<乌鸦传媒>Xeljanz Edges Humira Just a Bit for Real-World RA Patients, Study Suggests

Australian researchers perform "target trial emulation" to compare popular drugs

A photo of a mature male rheumatologist examining the x-rays of her female patient鈥檚 knees.

<乌鸦传媒>Do Rheumatologists See Past RA Patients' Race?

Randomized study finds no disparities in biologics prescribing, but questions linger

EULAR over a photo of the MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.

<乌鸦传媒>Phase II Study: Bispecific Oral Drug Tops Leading JAK Inhibitor for RA

Novel agent adds additional action in hopes of improving efficacy

EULAR over a photo of the MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.

<乌鸦传媒>Cardiovascular Risk Models Still Fall Short for Arthritis Patients

Of three major prognostic tools, none hit the mark

EULAR over a photo of the MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.

<乌鸦传媒>Trial Shows RA Can Be Stopped at Preclinical Stage

Familiar biologic halts progression in high-risk patients with just a few painful joints

EULAR over a photo of MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.

<乌鸦传媒>Benefits Found for Hand OA Drug Treatments

In separate studies, one old standby and one newer biologic appeared helpful

Illustration of two legs and feet with ankle swelling

<乌鸦传媒>Make the Diagnosis: When an 'Innocuous' Ankle Injury Isn鈥檛

A 52-year-old woman presented to the doctor with left anterior ankle pain and foot swelling, decreased range of motion, and gait disturbance that had developed steadily over the past 4-6 weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

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<乌鸦传媒>More Evidence Links Parkinson's With Autoimmune Disease

Exact mechanism remains speculative, however

FDA ADCOMM NUsurface Meniscus Implant over a photo of the device.

<乌鸦传媒>Thumbs Down From FDA Panel on Plastic Meniscus Replacement

Members unimpressed with efficacy, safety data

FDA ADCOMM NUsurface Meniscus Implant over a photo of the device.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Staff Still Skeptical of Plastic Meniscus Replacement

Advisory committee to consider novel product in Thursday meeting

<乌鸦传媒>The Drug Company That Prospered Without Creating Any Drugs

A look at Horizon Therapeutics' tactics

NKF over a photo of the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas.

<乌鸦传媒>Renal Function Safe With Pegloticase-MTX Combo for Gout

Analysis looked at patients with stage 1-3 CKD from the MIRROR trial

FDA MARKETING MISHA Knee System over a computer rending of the device.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Clears Shock-Absorbing Implant for Refractory Knee OA

MISHA Knee System indicated for medial knee osteoarthritis not advanced enough for arthroplasty

A computer rendering of the boxes and vials of Gamifant 10 mg and 50 mg.

<乌鸦传媒>Interferon Blocker Crushes Macrophage Activation Syndrome

Small trial shows promise for treating life-threatening complication of rheumatic diseases

A photo a man with atopic dermatitis on his forearms.

<乌鸦传媒>Asthma, Eczema Tied to Osteoarthritis Risk

Suggests OA is not just about wear and tear

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<乌鸦传媒>RA in Remission? Stopping DMARDs May Be OK

Provocative new data from ARCTIC REWIND

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<乌鸦传媒>Revolving Door in OR Makes Surgeries Less Efficient

Intraoperative staff swaps tied to longer operative time for hip, knee replacements

A photo of a bottle of Xeljanz tablets over a CT image of a patient with interstitial lung disease.

<乌鸦传媒>Tofacitinib May Reduce Risk of Interstitial Lung Disease in RA Patients

Retrospective study shows a 69% lower risk with tofacitinib compared with adalimumab

A photo of a person about to receive a hyaluronic acid injection in their knee.

<乌鸦传媒>Docs' Liking for Knee Injection Tied to Industry Payments

Threefold rate for giving hyaluronic acid shots among those paid more than $100

AAOS over a photo of the Venetian Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

<乌鸦传媒>New Option on Horizon for Younger People With Refractory Knee OA

Shock absorber implant seen outperforming osteotomy

AAOS over a photo of the Venetian Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

<乌鸦传媒>Marathon Running Not a Risk Factor for Arthritis

A good thing too, because most aren't going to quit

A photo of a woman with knee joint effusion from psoriatic arthritis

<乌鸦传媒>Psoriatic Arthritis: Depressing News on Second- and Later-Line Treatments

Real-world data indicate most patients who fail a first biologic drug never obtain remission

A computer rendering of periodontal disease.

<乌鸦传媒>Study Suggests Path Connecting Periodontal Disease With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Exposing immune system to citrullinated bacterial proteins seen as trigger

A photo of a Taltz injection pen over MRI images of sacroiliac articulation

<乌鸦传媒>Taltz Safety, Efficacy Stay Robust in Spondyloarthritis at 3 Years

Benefits appear durable for patients in a long-term extension

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<乌鸦传媒>Wearable Sensors Show Promise for Remote OA Assessment

Provide good data and most patients can manage them, small trial indicates

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<乌鸦传媒>Rheumatoid Factor and ACPA, Meet Potential New Partners for RA Diagnosis

Additional autoantibodies found to improve sensitivity in early-stage disease

A photo of surgeons performing hip arthroplasty

<乌鸦传媒>Mileage Varies for Different Hip Surgery Approaches

No single "best" in meta-analysis, though a clear loser emerges

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<乌鸦传媒>Blood Test Bests Standard OA Prognostic Models in Early Study

Multi-marker panel does a better job of predicting who will show rapid progression

A photo of a male physiotherapist guiding a mature woman through knee exercises in a gym.

<乌鸦传媒>In Knee OA, Exercise Is Helpful ... But Maybe More in Mind Than Body

Trial shows little extra benefit from intensive program

A photo of a senior woman grimacing and grasping her shoulders next to a bottle of Xeljanz

<乌鸦传媒>JAK Inhibitor Promising for Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Oral drug seen as safer than chronic, high-dose steroids

A photo of a mature man sitting on the edge of his bed, holding his knee.

<乌鸦传媒>Why Doesn't Exercise Help Everyone With Knee OA?

Actually, the better question is why can't everyone do the recommended exercises

A photo of a female physician showing her male patient x-rays of his knees.

<乌鸦传媒>Early OA Common in Military Officers After Knee Injury

Many show joint degradation before age 30

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