Lupus
Sleep plays a critical role in regulating inflammation and overall health. In rheumatic diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), disrupted sleep is common and can exacerbate symptoms and disease progression. Experts Dr. Al Kim, Patty Katz, and Dr. Yvonne Lee emphasized the importance of addressing sleep disturbances in these conditions.

Dr. John Cush RheumNow
10 months 2 weeks ago
Beyond the Needle: Redefining the Assessment of Lupus Nephritis
Lupus nephritis is one of the most silent and severe manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
https://t.co/fvGG0BZbOL
#ACR24 https://t.co/wPXQz9Vese


Akhil Sood MD AkhilSoodMD
10 months 2 weeks ago
Abstract 2681: #SDOH factors & SLE risk:
- Low income (AOR=2.779).
- By race/ethnicity NHB (AOR=2.429), Hispanic (AOR=1.616).
Behavioral: Psych distress (AOR=2.127), no exercise (AOR=1.677).
Access: Medicaid (AOR=2.540), transport barriers (AOR=20.394).
@RheumNow #ACR24

Janet Pope Janetbirdope
10 months 2 weeks ago
#Ianalumab
300 mg sc q monthly
B cell depleted and changes BAFF signalling
👇⬇️IFN
May be promising in #lupus #SLE
+data in primary #Sjogrens
ACR24 @RheumNow @ACRheum
Abst#2425
Needs Phase3
➡️I suspect safer than CAR T and Bispecific T cell engagers but
? ⬇️efficacy

sheila RHEUMarampa
10 months 2 weeks ago
Prior studies have shown that IFN is increased in non-lesional skin of SLE pts.
In this study, they found a ⬆️ expression of IFN stimulated genes (ISGs) in pts w/ a history of CLE.
No correlation w/ CLASI act & IFN scores but only few pts.
@RheumNow #ACR24 abs2678 https://t.co/cPT6yPkoCb


sheila RHEUMarampa
10 months 2 weeks ago
Prof Petri reports the ff predictors of fracture in SLE:
-older age
-Caucasian race
-female sex
⚠️ Prednisone (but not recent IM triamcinolone or IV methylpred) is a MAJOR risk factor.
When possible, avoid prednisone!
@RheumNow #ACR24 #ACRbest abs2679
@rheumarhyme https://t.co/q2NMRaYsAF


Mike Putman EBRheum
10 months 2 weeks ago
All-caps abstract text throw-down by Michelle Petri re:fractures in SLE 😆
I keep saying this; our obsesssion with vitamin d is not commensurate w/reality
It's. The. Prednisone.
#ACR24 @RheumNow Abstr#2679 #ACRBest https://t.co/13luByNvYT


Mrinalini Dey DrMiniDey
10 months 2 weeks ago
What are the predictors of fracture in #SLE?
🦴Prednisone! Even at low doses ≤5mg
🦴Stroke
🦴Caucasian race
🦴Female
🦴Low BMD
Try to avoid steroid use. If they are needed, IM triamcinolone or IVMP preferable to oral GC.
Ab2679 #ACR24 @RheumNow

sheila RHEUMarampa
10 months 2 weeks ago
Data from the RISE registry show that 9.3% of SLE pts had thrombocytopenia and a smaller percentage with mod-severe TP (2.7%). Severe TP was much rare.
Large data, but well represented grp?
@RheumNow #ACR24 abs2680 https://t.co/Y1Lo9lJGtO


Antoni Chan MD (Prof) synovialjoints
10 months 2 weeks ago
Late breaking abstract L17
CAR-NK Therapy for Refractory SLE.
In a trial of 20 severe SLE patients:
- 75% achieved LLDAS, 50% achieved DORIS remission at 6 months
- B cell reconstitution: 2–3 months post-treatment
- Safety: 2 mild cytokine release syndrome with fever; no severe… https://t.co/MS8cutm48o

Antoni Chan MD (Prof) synovialjoints
10 months 2 weeks ago
In Vivo CAR T Cell Therapy.
A single intralymphatic injection of VivoVec™ particles:
- Generates functional CAR T cells in vivo
- Achieves complete B cell depletion in NHPs without lymphodepletion
- Demonstrates potential for an off-the-shelf solution for autoimmune disease… https://t.co/5DTzRvZjbY https://t.co/DvTOqnhn1V


Bella Mehta bella_mehta
10 months 2 weeks ago
🚨 New SLE treatment update! 🚨 Dapirolizumab pegol (DZP), novel CD40L inhibitor, for moderate-to-severe lupus. Phase 3 trial, DZP reduced disease activity, helped taper steroids, and achieved a higher BICLA Safe and generally well tolerated! #ACR24 #L16 @rheumnow https://t.co/lFrKjz4CZ1


Bella Mehta bella_mehta
10 months 2 weeks ago
Severe thrombocytopenia (TP) is rare but linked to major organ involvement and poor prognosis in #SLE. Data from the RISE registry shows TP in 9.3% of SLE patients, with higher prevalence in males, African-Americans+ those with multiple comorbidities.
#ACR24 @RheumNow abst#2680

sheila RHEUMarampa
10 months 2 weeks ago
In prelim analysis of this controlled clinical trial, SLE pts w/ active dse who weres given addtl NAC for 3 mos had significantly reduced dse activity.
Mechanism? NAC reduces rapamycin (mTOR) activation.
Common AEs: nausea, vomiting
@RheumNow #ACR24 abs2677 https://t.co/E4w2Qd7RwP

Suppose you have a patient with lupus returning for follow-up. Their joint symptoms are well controlled. The kidneys—managed with a combination of biologic DMARD and mycophenolate—show no signs of active urinary sediment or protein. Yet, during the routine visit, your patient brings up fatigue and difficulty remembering things. How do you address this? Several studies presented at ACR24 focused on cognitive impairment in lupus.