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Patients with gout receiving urate lowering therapy by a treat-to-target approach demonstrate a reduced burden of monosodium urate crystals detected on ultrasound.

Gout

Increased Worldwide Burden of Gout From 1990 to 2017

August 11, 2020

From 1990 to 2017, the burden of gout increased across the world.

Gout

Guideline-Concordant Gout Therapy Associated With Improved Arterial Function, Reduced Inflammation

By

Emily Pond

July 29, 2020

Researchers assessed whether initiating guideline-concordant gout therapy improved arterial function and reduced inflammation.

Gout

Gout May Be Associated With Increased Risk for Epilepsy

By

Amit Akirov, MD

July 24, 2020

Researchers determined the association between gout and epilepsy and the risk for epilepsy in patients with gout.

Gout

Colchicine Is a Cost-Effective Option for Preventing Gout Flares During Allopurinol Initiation

By

Emily Pond

July 15, 2020

Researchers performed a cost-effectiveness analysis for colchicine prophylaxis in preventing gout flares during allopurinol initiation.

Gout

Increased Risk for Erectile Dysfunction in Patients With Gout

By

Jessica Nye, PhD

July 15, 2020

Researchers investigated the association between gout and the risk for erectile dysfunction.

General Rheumatology

Clinical Benefit Observed With Colchicine in Hospitalized Patients With COVID-19

By

Cassandra Pardini, PharmD

June 30, 2020

Colchicine could potentially play a role in the treatment of hospitalized patients with COVID-19.

patient with ankle pain examined by doctor

Gout

Updated 2020 American College of Rheumatology Gout Management Guidelines

By

Linda Peckel

June 24, 2020

The American College of Rheumatology developed guidelines for the management of gout, including use of urate-lowering therapy, flare treatment, and lifestyle and medication recommendations.