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Xeljanz Edges Humira Just a Bit for Real-World RA Patients, Study Suggests

Australian researchers perform "target trial emulation" to compare popular drugs

Jun 30, 2023
A photo of a bottle of Xeljanz over an x-ray image of a person’s hands gnarled by rheumatoid arthritis
Do Rheumatologists See Past RA Patients' Race?

Randomized study finds no disparities in biologics prescribing, but questions linger

Jun 15, 2023
A photo of a mature male rheumatologist examining the x-rays of her female patient’s knees.
EULAR Offers Tips on Psoriasis Progression to PsA

New "points to consider" document lists early warning signs

Jun 12, 2023
A close up photo of a person’s fingernails affected by psoriasis.
Cardiovascular Risk Models Still Fall Short for Arthritis Patients

Of three major prognostic tools, none hit the mark

Jun 02, 2023
EULAR over a photo of the MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.
Benefits Found for Hand OA Drug Treatments

In separate studies, one old standby and one newer biologic appeared helpful

May 31, 2023
EULAR over a photo of MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy.
Make the Diagnosis: When an 'Innocuous' Ankle Injury Isn’t

A 52-year-old woman presented to the doctor with left anterior ankle pain and foot swelling, decreased range of motion, and gait disturbance that had developed steadily over the past 4-6 weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

May 08, 2023
Illustration of two legs and feet with ankle swelling
More Evidence Links Parkinson's With Autoimmune Disease

Exact mechanism remains speculative, however

May 01, 2023
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Thumbs Down From FDA Panel on Plastic Meniscus Replacement

Members unimpressed with efficacy, safety data

Apr 21, 2023
FDA ADCOMM NUsurface Meniscus Implant over a photo of the device.
FDA Staff Still Skeptical of Plastic Meniscus Replacement

Advisory committee to consider novel product in Thursday meeting

Apr 18, 2023
FDA ADCOMM NUsurface Meniscus Implant over a photo of the device.
The Drug Company That Prospered Without Creating Any Drugs

A look at Horizon Therapeutics' tactics

Apr 16, 2023
The Horizon Therapeutics logo on the headquarters building in Dublin, Ireland.
Renal Function Safe With Pegloticase-MTX Combo for Gout

Analysis looked at patients with stage 1-3 CKD from the MIRROR trial

Apr 14, 2023
NKF over a photo of the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas.
FDA Clears Shock-Absorbing Implant for Refractory Knee OA

MISHA Knee System indicated for medial knee osteoarthritis not advanced enough for arthroplasty

Apr 12, 2023
FDA MARKETING MISHA Knee System over a computer rending of the device.
Make the Diagnosis: Complex Wrist Pain Shucks

A 49-year-old man presented to the doctor with complaints of ulnar-sided wrist pain, joint stiffness, and decreased grip strength that had developed over 2 months.

Apr 12, 2023
X-Ray of a hand
Asthma, Eczema Tied to Osteoarthritis Risk

Suggests OA is not just about wear and tear

Mar 29, 2023
 A photo a man with atopic dermatitis on his forearms.
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