Predictive Value of Autoantibodies in Clinically Suspect Arthralgia and Risk for RA
The presence of the certain autoantibodies accurately predicts a person’s risk for progression from clinically suspect arthralgia to rheumatoid arthritis.
Diagnosis
Real-World Data Validates Minimal Disease Activity Index in PsA
Overall improvements in rates of minimal disease activity are achieved in patients with PsA when they are treated with anti-tumor necrosis factor agents
Advancing Understanding of Shrinking Lung Syndrome in SLE
The diagnosis and management of shrinking lung syndrome, a rare complication of systemic lupus erythematosus, is discussed in a comprehensive review.
Online Risk Calculator Proves Beneficial in Estimating Risks for Knee OA
Patients using a personalized risk calculator were guided to a more accurate perception of their knee OA risk.
Ultrasound-Detected Synovitis Predicts Short-term PsA Disease Flare
The ability of Power Doppler Ultrasound to predict short-term psoriatic arthritis disease flare was investigated in a new study.
Assessing the Diagnostic Accuracy of MRI in Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers say that MRI of the hand and foot can be used in the early diagnostic process of RA in patients with UA.
Low Serum Uric Acid Levels Significantly Reduce Gout Risk
Reduced levels of serum uric acid are associated with markedly fewer new-onset gout and gout flares.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Progression on MRI Despite Clinical Improvement
MRI is more sensitive than clinical markers for identifying radiographic disease progression.
Malpractice Claims Lowered by Half From 1992 to 2014
The rate of malpractice claims paid on behalf of physicians decreased as mean compensation amounts increased from 1992 to 2014.
Ultrasound Identifies Tenosynovitis in RA Patients With Low DAS28 Scores
Standardized ultrasound assessment of rheumatoid arthritis disease activity may aid healthcare practitioners in comprehensive management.
