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Current Rheumatology Reviews - Volume 19, Issue 3, 2023
Volume 19, Issue 3, 2023
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Opinion: “High-Dose Immunosuppression to Prevent Death after Paraquat Self-Poisoning”- Under Estimation of a Significant Effect with Small Mortality Rate Reduction
By Bita AnvariA randomised double blinded clinical trial about high dose immunosuppression in Paraquat self-poisoning was published by Professor I. Gawaramanna et al. Before their research, it seems that a little overestimation might be present in the small previous non-randomised clinical trials. This new valuable work clarified the previous exaggerated favourable response to immunosuppression in paraquat self-poisoning; Read More
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The Enigmas of Lymphatic Muscle Cells: Where Do They Come From, How Are They Maintained, and Can They Regenerate?
Lymphatic muscle cell (LMC) contractility and coverage of collecting lymphatic vessels (CLVs) are integral to effective lymphatic drainage and tissue homeostasis. In fact, defects in lymphatic contractility have been identified in various conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and obesity. However, the fundamental role of LMCs in these pathologic processes is limited, primarily due to the difficulty in dir Read More
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Autologous CD19-Targeted Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR)T-Cells as the Future of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Treatment
Authors: Gede Kambayana and Sandra Surya RiniSystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune illness with an unclear etiology and a range of clinical manifestations. The therapeutic results of current conventional treatments are frequently unsatisfactory. Many B-cell-directed immunotherapies have recently been discovered, as B cells play a key role in the pathogenesis of SLE. However, large-scale rituximab trials found that the antibody against CD20 was no bet Read More
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Statin in Clinical and Preclinical Knee Osteoarthritis-What E vidence Exists for Future Clinical Use?-A Literature Review
Authors: Md A. B. Siddiq, Israt Jahan and Johannes J. RaskerBackground: Statins are used to lower serum cholesterol. Recent preclinical and clinical research focuses on articular cartilage regeneration aspects of statin. This review summarizes the effects of statins on knee osteoarthritis (OA). Methods: Published preclinical and clinical literature till November 2021 were searched in PubMed and PubMed Central databases. Articles not written in English, not relevant for the review, an Read More
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Recommendations for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation to Impro ve Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Related Sarcopenia: A Literature Review
Authors: Irma R. Defi, Jeane Claudia Profita, Farida Arisanti and Septiana CharismawatiBackground: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is currently the most prevalent autoimmune disorder worldwide. A previous study reported the frequency of sarcopenia in patients with chronic inflammation and found a higher rate of sarcopenia in patients with SLE than in control. A preview study found that exercises management given to SLE patients can reduce fatigue and increase vitality. Objective: The objective of this st Read More
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Mesenchymal Cells are a Promising -But Still Unsatisfying- Anti- Inflammatory Therapeutic Strategy for Osteoarthritis: A Narrative Review
Authors: Sergio Rosini, Gianantonio Saviola, Laura Comini and Luigi MolfettaOsteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic disease with both degenerative and inflammatory characteristics, affecting the osteochondral unit with the involvement of cartilage, subchondral bone and periarticular tissues. OA can produce chronic pain with neuropathic and inflammatory characteristics, leading to an increased disability. OA is secondary to many predisposing factors where the inflammatory process plays a Read More
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Rheumatic Manifestations of Parkinson’s Disease: An Overview
Authors: Maroua Slouma, Haifa Hajji, Safa Rahmouni, Rim Dhahri, Leila Metoui and Imen GharsallahObjectives: Parkinson's disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer's disease. It can be responsible for several rheumatological manifestations. Aims: This article aimed to review and summarize current knowledge on musculoskeletal diseases associated with Parkinson's disease and their management. Methods: We conducted a narrative review of musculoskeletal features associated with Park Read More
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A Systematic Literature Review of Injection Site Pain Perception in Adult Patients Treated with Citrate-Free and Citrate-Containing Biologic Agents
Authors: Sophia Junker, Oliver Ebert and Robert BartschObjective: To investigate injection site pain (ISP) and other injection site outcomes caused by biologics administered alongside citrate-free (CF) and citrate-containing (CC) formulations. Methods: Electronic literature databases (Medline, Embase, and Cochrane Library) were systematically searched for clinical trials and observational studies reporting on injection site outcomes after subcutaneous administration of biologics. Read More
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Influencing Factors in Tunisian Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients’ Quality of Life: Burden and Solutions
Authors: Soumaya Boussaid, Sarra Jeriri, Sonia Rekik, Emna Hannech, Samia Jammali, Elhem Cheour, Hela Sahli and Mohamed ElleuchBackground: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a disease with a heavy functional, psychological, and socioeconomic impact. The management of Quality of Life (QoL) as a therapeutic objective is a fairly recent notion, especially in Tunisia. We aimed to evaluate QoL in RA patients and to identify its affecting factors. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study in a Tunisian rheumatology center. To assess QoL, we used the Short Form H Read More
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Adipokine Profile on Joint and Periodontal Conditions in First-degree Relatives of Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by joint inflammation and destruction. Objective: Establish the association between Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) infection, body mass index (BMI), joint involvement, and serum adipokines in first-degree relatives (FDR) of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Methods: The cross-sectional study evaluated 124 FDR and 124 healthy Read More
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COVID-19 in Patients with Systemic Inflammatory Diseases: Impact on Disease Activity
Introduction: COVID-19 pandemic, an international emergency, raised concerns about the interaction of this infection and disease-modifying drugs used in the treatment of Systemic inflammatory diseases (SID). Understanding the relationship between COVID-19 and disease activity is crucial to adapt the treatment. Aim: The aim of our study was to determine the impact of COVID-19 on the disease activity of rheumatic diseases. Read More
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Association of microRNA-146a rs57095329 Polymorphism with Susceptibility to Primary Gout in a Chinese Han Population
Authors: Yi-Xi He, Quan-Bo Zhang, Fei Dai, Jian-Xiong Zheng and Yu-Feng QingBackground: MicroRNA-146a (miR-146a) plays a critical role in the regulation of autoinflammatory diseases, including gout. There is growing evidence that miR-146a gene single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) are associated with different diseases, but no genetic relevance studies of miR-146a gene polymorphisms to gout have been reported by now. Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship Read More
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Standardised ido-BR1 Cucumber Extract Improved Parameters Linked to Moderate Osteoarthritis in a Placebo-controlled Study
Background: According to the World Health Organization, osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the 10 most disabling diseases in developed countries, with worldwide estimates of 9.6% prevalence in men and 18.0% in women over 60 years old. Its management is not well established and involves the use of high doses of painkillers coupled with anti-inflammatory agents. Objective: In the search for alternatives to manage the disease, Read More
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Antinuclear Antibody Seropositivity in Fibromyalgia Associated with Borrelia-specific T Lymphocytes
Authors: Basant K. Puri, Gary S. Lee and Armin SchwarzbachBackground: Our group have recently reported that there is no evidence of an association between fibromyalgia and Borrelia-specific T lymphocytes. However, a small number of case reports has suggested that infection by the bacterial genus Borrelia may be associated with the presence of antinuclear antibodies (ANAs). Objective: To test the hypothesis that those fibromyalgia patients who are ANA seropositive a Read More
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Health-Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors Among Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Background: Knee osteoarthritis, a chronic degenerative disease, is becoming a public health problem around the world due to increasing life expectancy. Objectives: We aimed to assess the impact of knee osteoarthritis on the quality of life (QoL) of the patients and to identify factors associated with impaired QoL. Materials and Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional monocentric study including patients with knee o Read More
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Synovial Chondromatosis of the Shoulder in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Case Report and Brief Review of the Literature
Background: Synovial chondromatosis is an uncommon benign condition characterized by synovial membrane proliferation and metaplasia. Synovial chondromatosis cases in patients with rheumatoid arthritis have been reported. However, involvement of the glenohumeral joint is rare. Case Presentation: We herein report a case of a rare association of synovial chondromatosis involving the shoulder in a rheumatoid arth Read More
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Necrotizing Scleritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Clinical Case Report Supported by A Brief Review with Risk of Bias Analysis
Introduction: Necrotizing scleritis (NS) presents 30%-40% as having a systemic autoimmune condition. Objective: To present a clinical case report and a systematic review of necrotizing scleritis with ocular manifestation as the first sign of rheumatologic disease. Methods: The present study was elaborated according to the rules of CARE. Case Report: A female patient, 63 years old, a white, administrative assistant, presented irrit Read More
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Foot Functional Disability in Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Involvement of Body Mass Index
Authors: Soumaya Boussaid, Sarra Jeriri, Emna Hannech, Sonia Rekik, Samia Jammali, Elhem Cheour, Hela Sahli and Mohamed ElleuchIntroduction: Overweight and obesity are common in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), with a probable impact on bearing foot joints. Aim: Our study aimed to explore the impact of Body Mass Index (BMI) on foot health parameters in RA patients. Methods: It was a cross-sectional study. Domains of foot health explored were: foot pain (Numeric Rating Scale), foot-related activity limitations (Foot Function Index (FFI), and Read More
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