Gout
6 months ago
POS0277: proof of concept: Prophlx with canakinumab x 1 dose rather than steroids/colch/NSAIDS when starting pegloticase with MTX in pts with active, refractory gout: 11 pts: #gout flares 0 (compared 54% in MIRROR-C), infusion rxn 0, no safety signal @rheumnow https://t.co/4qFnQTOuq0
6 months 1 week ago
Great 1st #EULAR2024 scientific session: “Asymptomatic” Hyperuricemia — innocent bystander vs. menacing foe. Data re: effects on joints, kidneys, & heart have not supported clear clinical consequences w/ exception of kidney crystal deposition. TIGER Study results eagerly awaited. https://t.co/IPQU3Ww0NA
Dr. Jack Cush reviews FDA approval, news and journal articles -- and it’s the week before EULAR 2024 in Vienna!!FDA has approved upadacitinib (Rinvoq), for use in pediatric patients (age >2 years…