Spondyloarthritis

Health Impairment in Spondyloarthritis Associated With High Disease Activity, Worsening Functionality, and Concomitant Fibromyalgia

Researchers evaluated the association between Assessment of Spondyloarthritis International Society Health Index (ASAS-HI) and disease activity and burden in patients with spondyloarthritis.

Increased Intestinal Permeability Among Patients With Spondyloarthritis; Data on Rheumatoid Arthritis Inconclusive

Researchers assessed data on intestinal permeability in patients with spondyloarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and the effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on intestinal permeability.

Higher BMI Linked to Increased Risk of Developing Psoriasis

Higher body mass index (BMI) seems to be associated with an increased risk for developing psoriasis.

Risk for Autoimmunity Increased With Concomitant Vitiligo, Psoriasis

Individuals with co-occurrence of vitiligo and psoriasis have an increased risk for autoimmunity and family history of psoriasis.

Characteristics of Patients With Axial PsA and axSpA Assessed Using CORRONA Registry

Using the CORRONA (now CorEvitas) PsA/SpA Registry, study authors compared the characteristics of patients with axial psoriatic arthritis and axial spondyloarthritis.

Phase 3 Study Results Indicate Tofacitinib Is Safe and Effective in Treating Active Ankylosing Spondylitis

Researchers assessed the efficacy and safety of tofacitinib in adult patients with active ankylosing spondylitis.

Patients With Spondyloarthritis With vs Without Root Joint Disease Have Distinct Clinical Phenotype

The primary objective of the study was to compare the clinical characteristics of patients with spondyloarthritis with and without root joint disease.

More Body Surface Area Clearance With Psoriasis Tied to Better Quality of Life

Greater skin clearance among psoriasis patients is associated with greater improvements in quality of life.

Redefining the Future of Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment

In light of Arthritis Awareness Month, Frédéric Lavie, MD, PhD, describes the current landscape and the future of psoriatic arthritis treatment for patients.

Psoriasis Treatment May Decrease Infection, Death Risk in End-Stage Kidney Disease

Psoriasis may be another risk factor for infectious complications in patients receiving dialysis, according to investigators.