Rheumatology

Biomarkers Linked to New Onset Proteinuria in Pediatric Lupus Nephritis

August 11, 2022

"An unmet need is a biomarker that distinguishes active lupus nephritis, particularly important in pediatrics where minimizing invasive procedures is desirable.”

COVID-19 Vaccine Minimally Impacts Risk of Gout Flares

August 11, 2022

"COVID-19 vaccines are effective against severity of SARS-COV-2 infection, but there has been a concern regarding their effect on the risk of flares in patients with gout, which are associated with health-related quality of life, healthcare resource utilization, and work productivity."

Risankizumab Improves Skin, Joint Symptoms in Psoriatic Arthritis

August 10, 2022

Patients with psoriatic arthritis receiving risankizumab reported improved joint and skin symptoms when compared with placebo.

Exercise and Behavioral Approaches Reduce Fatigue in Rheumatic Diseases

August 09, 2022

Exercise and behavioral techniques can be helpful, but they are not often implemented because their effectiveness is unknown and regular face-to-face sessions are undesirable.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz: RA and Flu Vaccination

August 09, 2022

With seasonal flu vaccinations fast approaching, how much do you know about how rheumatoid arthritis and its treatment affects administration of this vaccine? Test your knowledge with this quiz.

Osteoclasts in Patients With PsA, RA Show Functional Differences

August 08, 2022

Results from a small study suggest that psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis osteoclasts might retain some of their immune cell functions during differentiation.

Rheumatology Network's Top 5: August 6, 2022

August 06, 2022

Take 5 minutes to catch up on Rheumatology Network's highlights from the week ending August 6, 2022.

Higher Rates of Infection Reported in Tofacitinib vs TNFi in RA

August 05, 2022

Rates of serious and non-serious infection events were higher in patients receiving tofacitinib, 5 mg 2 times daily and 10 mg 2 times daily, when compared with TNFis.

Vitamin D Supplementation Linked to Pain Reduction in Fibromyalgia

August 05, 2022

Despite previous evidence showing the benefits of vitamin D supplementation in patients with fibromyalgia and chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, controversy still exists over the role of 25OHD in the treatment of these diseases.

Updated Vaccination Guidance for Patients with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases

August 04, 2022

The American College of Rheumatology announced updated vaccination guidance for patients with rheumatic diseases, including expanding indications for certain vaccines for those receiving immunosuppressive medications, medication management, and vaccination delay.