Myositis
Treatment of Dermatomyositis Studies: Dr Robert Chao
Dr. Robert Chao reviews two important abstracts - #0955 (IVIg) and #0958 (tocilizumab) - on the treatment of dermatomyositis as presented at the 2020 ACR annual meeting.
4 years ago
Dr Sammy Zakaria said we need close communication with cardiologist in myocarditis related to myositis. #ACR20 @RheumNow https://t.co/kTAZKWpw0S
4 years ago
#myositis & the ❤: lab tests
⬆ Trop = myocardial stress & injury, absence doesn't r/o myocarditis
BNP - utility unclear
There are no biomarkers specific for myocardial involvement
@RheumNow #ACR20 https://t.co/eyihKPoXSc
Here is the last of our QD Clinics in Podcast form, just before we start ACR2020 coverage.
In this compilation from the past week we talk about
- HIV and arthritis
- Hyperuricemia in PsA
- An odd…