Low-Dose Methotrexate Associated With Increased Risk for Certain Adverse Events
Researchers investigated rates, risk, and risk differences of adverse events in patients receiving low-dose methotrexate compared with placebo.
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Serum CA72-4 Elevated in Gout, Predicts Future Flares in Patients With Gouty Arthritis
Researchers studied serum CA72-4 expression in patients with gout, and verified the hypothesis that CA72-4 was a predictor of future flares in gouty arthritis.
Identification of a Protein Epitope Targeted by the Kawasaki Disease Antibody Response
A protein epitope targeted by the antibody response in children with Kawasaki disease has been identified.
Denosumab Decreases Vertebral Fracture Risk in Postmenopausal Women With Diabetes
Denosumab increases bone mineral density and decreases vertebral fracture risk in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis and diabetes.
Evaluating Weekly Teriparatide vs Bisphosphonate Therapy After Lumbar Fusion in Patients With Osteoporosis
Recovery after multilevel lumbar interbody fusion is similar between patients who receive weekly teriparatide and bisphosphonate therapy.
Vitamin D Supplementation Alone Does Not Increase Bone Structure, Strength
In older adults, no significant changes in bone strength or structure were noted after 2 years of daily vitamin D supplementation.
Mineral, Hormonal Dysfunction Associated With Lower BMD in Thalassemia Major
Hypothyroidism, hyperglycemia, and low adrenocorticotrophic hormone levels are associated with lower bone mass in patients with thalassemia major.
Later Puberty Associated With Lower Bone Mineral Density Accrual
Older pubertal age was associated with lower BMD in adolescence and early adulthood, despite some catch-up during puberty.
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