Progressive Skin Fibrosis in SSc Associated With Lung Function Decline
In patients with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis, developing progressive skin fibrosis within 1 year is associated with a decline in lung function and worse survival.
All articles by Sheila Jacobs
Comparing Clinical vs Ultrasound Findings of Ankle Pain in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers examined the prevalence and distribution of clinical and ultrasound pathologic findings at ankle level in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Anti-Rituximab Antibodies Predictive of Infusion-Related Reactions in SLE
Researchers investigated how the presence of antidrug antibodies relates to infusion-related reactions and the effectiveness of rituximab therapy in SLE.
Calprotectin Distinguishes Septic Arthritis From Pseudogout, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Data show that calprotectin levels discriminated septic arthritis from pseudogout and rheumatoid arthritis.
Factors Associated With Patient-Physician Discordance in Psoriatic Arthritis Examined
Researchers examined factors associated with patient‐physician discordance in a cohort of patients with psoriatic arthritis.
Ultrasound-Verified Synovitis and Seropositivity Best Identify Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
A combination of ultrasound and serologic findings can be used to identify early rheumatoid arthritis.
Determinants of Diagnostic Delay Evaluated in Axial Spondyloarthritis
Investigators examined the factors of diagnostic delay in axial spondyloarthritis.
Ultrasound-Measured Cortical Bone Porosity Linked to Nontraumatic Fracture in Postmenopausal Women
Cortical bidirectional axial transmission measurements may be useful for fracture risk assessment in postmenopausal women.
Diabetes May Be a Risk Factor for Stroke in Women With Gout
Assessment and management of comorbidities of gout can reduce future stroke risk in female patients.
Effect of ABCG2 Variants on Pediatric-Onset Hyperuricemia and Gout
Researchers examined the ABCG2 gene in a hyperuricemia and gout cohort, focusing on patients with pediatric-onset disease.
