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Erosive Arthritis in a Patient With Pycnodysostosis
Genetic disorder sheds light on enzyme's role in bone metabolism
January 16, 2009
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The Effects of Total Knee Arthroplasty on Physical Functioning in the Older Population
Total knee replacement improves overall physical functioning in elderly patients
January 15, 2009
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Reactivation of Rheumatoid Arthritis After Pregnancy
Immune system changes help explain rheumatoid arthritis relapse following pregnancy
January 15, 2009
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Risk for Heart Attack Higher in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Studies show that the risk of heart attack is higher in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, as is the rate of heart failure
October 09, 2008
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Integration of Safety Technologies Into Rheumatology and Orthopedics Practices: A Randomized, Controlled Trial
Study Examines Safer Technologies for Treating Arthritis Patients
September 04, 2008
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Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Complications Following Total Joint Replacement Surgery
High Risk of Cardiovascular Complications Found for Arthritis Patients
September 02, 2008
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Study Affirms Meniscal Damage and Joint Malalignment as Predictors of Cartilage Loss in Osteoarthritic Knees
The application of quantitative measures of cartilage loss and cartilage integrity score to identify role of various mechanical factors in knee OA
August 20, 2008
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Study of Anti-CD20 Therapy in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Reveals Target for Effective B Cell Depletion
This study attempts to identifying reliable predictors of response or relapse to rituximab therapy.
August 20, 2008
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Antibody Responses in Patients with Lyme Arthritis
Study sheds light on antibiotic resistance and persistent joint inflammation
February 08, 2008
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Meniscal Damage and the Development of Persistent Knee Pain
Study indicates meniscal damage as a feature of knee osteoarthritis, independent of knee pain, aching, and stiffness
February 06, 2008
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New Insights into Inflammation in Osteoarthritis
Study indicates role of inflammatory mechanism distinct from joint cartilage
February 04, 2008
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The Widening Mortality Gap Between People with Rheumatoid Arthritis and the General Population
Life expectancy for RA patients has not Improved over the past 4 decades, finds Mayo Clinic study, indicating urgent need for improved intervention strategies
January 31, 2008
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Higher Death Rates in Kidney Patients with Newly Recognized Disease
Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis is a debilitating and painful condition that affects patients with kidney failure. Risk factors for NSF is investigated in this study.
October 12, 2007
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Occupational Exposures May Be Linked to Death from Autoimmune Disease
This study examined the possible associations between occupation and the risk of dying from systemic autoimmune diseases
October 05, 2007
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Biologic Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis and the Risk of Cancer
Study of Large US Database Associates Anti-TNFa Therapy with Increased Risk for Skin Cancers, But Not Tumors or Lymphoma
September 11, 2007
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A Potential New Disease-Modifying Drug for Osteoarthritis
Study Indicates Promise of Bone-Building Calcitonin for Protecting Post-Menopausal Women Against Cartilage Degradation and Joint Destruction
August 30, 2007
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Evidence of a Common Genetic Background for Ankylosing Spondylitis and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Study of the population of Iceland shows significant increased risk of developing ankylosing spondylitis and inflammatory bowel disease among relatives through three generations
August 29, 2007
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Sperm Abnormalities Seen in Male Lupus Patients
The prognosis for SLE in women has improved recently, however for men with SLE, concerns have been raised about their future fertility.
August 28, 2007
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Patient Choice and Treatment Alternatives for Arthritis
Decision-making on treatment for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can be confusing. Two new studies examine patients decisions regarding therapy for RA and glucosamine for OA
August 27, 2007
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New Insights into Chronic Inflammation and Atherosclerosis
Inflammatory Rheumatic Disease and Smoking Independently Predict Aortic Inflammation, Suggests Study of Coronary Artery Surgery Survivors.
August 24, 2007
