In Those With Psoriasis, Treat for Arthritis? In Those With Psoriasis, Treat for Arthritis?
Dr Deane reviews the results of a study that identified and followed patients with cutaneous psoriasis to determine their risk of developing inflammatory arthritis. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - March 28, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Bones and the BiomeBones and the Biome
Medscape speaks with Dr Jose Scher about the connection between the human microbiota and rheumatologic disease. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - March 5, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Expert Interview Source Type: news
Casting a 'NET' to Find New Therapies for LupusCasting a 'NET' to Find New Therapies for Lupus
Dr Deane discusses a study that first examined the role of neutrophil extracellular traps in lupus pathophysiology, and then evaluated metformin to reduce disease flares in a proof-of-concept trial. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - March 3, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Patients Weigh In on BiosimilarsPatients Weigh In on Biosimilars
Medscape speaks with Seth Ginsberg, president and cofounder of the nonprofit Global Healthy Living Foundation about patient attitudes toward biosimilar medications. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - February 22, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Expert Interview Source Type: news
Systemic Sclerosis World Congress (SSWC) 2016Systemic Sclerosis World Congress (SSWC) 2016
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from SSWC 2016. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - February 17, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Conference Coverage Source Type: news
FDA Approves Zurampic for Patients With GoutFDA Approves Zurampic for Patients With Gout
Zurampic (lesinurad) is approved to treat hyperuricemia associated with gout in combination with a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. FDA Approvals (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - December 23, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology News Alert Source Type: news
CHMP Recommends Lesinurad (Zurampic) for GoutCHMP Recommends Lesinurad (Zurampic) for Gout
The European Medicines Agency panel has recommended marketing authorization for lesinurad for the treatment of hyperuricemia in adults with gout. International Approvals (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - December 18, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology News Alert Source Type: news
A New, Effective Approach to Giant Cell ArteritisA New, Effective Approach to Giant Cell Arteritis
Two recent studies offer encouraging results in treating giant cell arteritis. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - December 18, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Commentary Source Type: news
An Update on BiosimilarsAn Update on Biosimilars
Biosimilars to adalimumab, etanercept, and infliximab measure up safety and efficacy-wise for rheumatology patients inadequately responsive to methotrexate. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - December 9, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Commentary Source Type: news
New Treatment Data for Inflammatory ArthritisNew Treatment Data for Inflammatory Arthritis
Drs Jonathan Kay and Ronald van Vollenhoven discuss new arthritis treatment findings presented at this year's American College of Rheumatology annual meeting. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - December 7, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Commentary Source Type: news
Should Patients Have More Say in Clinical Guidelines?Should Patients Have More Say in Clinical Guidelines?
A new study looks at the feasibility of including extensive patient perspective in the clinical guideline development process. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - November 20, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Expert Interview Source Type: news
An Update on Managing Gout (With an Occasional Side of Steak?)An Update on Managing Gout (With an Occasional Side of Steak?)
Dr N. Lawrence Edwards discusses the latest in gout management and related highlights from the 2015 American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - November 20, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Expert Interview Source Type: news
Did Michelangelo Have Gout?Did Michelangelo Have Gout?
Did Michelangelo have gout? If so, the disease seems to have had little impact on his artistic productivity. Journal of Clinical Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - November 19, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news
New Guidelines for the Management of Polymyalgia RheumaticaNew Guidelines for the Management of Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Dr Deane reviews the new European League Against Rheumatism and American College of Rheumatology (EULAR/ACR) management guidelines for polymyalgia rheumatica. Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - November 10, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology Viewpoint Source Type: news
RA: No 'Sound Evidence' to Support Use of CannabinoidsRA: No 'Sound Evidence' to Support Use of Cannabinoids
Available studies do not support the use of medical marijuana in rheumatic disorders, although there is merit to further research, authors of a systematic review concluded. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Rheumatology Headlines - November 10, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
