Spondyloarthritis

Transpedicular Screw vs Cortical Bone Trajectory in Ankylosing Spondylitis Fracture Fixation

Researchers used finite element analysis to assess the biomechanical characteristics of transpedicular screw vs cortical bone trajectory in thoracolumbar ankylosing spondylitis fracture fixation.

Data Support Use of Upadacitinib in Ankylosing Spondylitis, Nonradiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis

No new safety risks were identified in the studies.

Epionics SPINE Valid Tool to Measure Spine Mobility in Patients With Axial Spondyloarthritis

Researchers evaluated the role of epionics SPINE in the assessment of spinal mobility in patients with axial spondyloarthritis.

Gut Microbiota – A Tool for Predicting Adalimumab Response in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis

Researchers studied alterations in the gut microbiome of patients with ankylosing spondylitis receiving treatment with adalimumab, as well the microbiome biomarkers that predict treatment response.

Can Sex Predict the Incidence of Ankylosing Spondylitis in the US Population?

Using the Stanford Military Data Repository, researchers determined the incidence of ankylosing spondylitis between men and women.

Results of Population-Based Study Show That Ankylosing Spondylitis May Increase Risk for Amyloidosis

Researchers aimed to evaluate the risk, predictors, and prognostic outcomes of amyloidosis among patients with ankylosing spondylitis.

Increase in Cardiovascular Risk Factors Related to Higher Disease Activity in Patients With Axial Spondyloarthritis

Researchers assessed the association between traditional cardiovascular risk factors and disease activity in patients with axial spondyloarthritis.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Risk in Patients With PsA and AS Initiating Treatment With IL-17 Inhibitors

Researchers assessed the association between initiation with IL-17 inhibitors and risk for inflammatory bowel disease in patients with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis

Stratified Screening Process for Early Diagnosis of Low Back Pain in Patients With Axial Spondyloarthritis

Researchers assessed a screening process for the early identification of axial spondyloarthritis, which may help bridge the gap between low back pain and axSpA diagnosis.

Sex and Gender Differences Among Patients With Axial Spondyloarthritis – An Interview With Katy Leung, MD

Katy Leung, MD, provides insight into the existing sex and gender differences between men and women with axial spondyloarthritis.