Periprosthetic Joint Infections
Jan 23, 2023
News
Recent NEJM has reviewed arthroplasty-associated infection and periprosthetic joint infections (PJI), noting this is a rare event; notably these infections are caused by skin microorganisms introduced during arthroplasty surgery or may be seeded post-surgically, via hematogenously spread or compromised local tissues (skin or bone).
JAK-pot Study: To Cycle or Switch after JAK inhibitor Failure?
Jan 23, 2023
Data from 17 international registries (JAK-pot collaboration) suggest that for Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients failing their first janus kinase inhibitor (JAKi), it did not matter if they were cycled to another JAKi or switched to a biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (bDMARD).
Burden of BMI on Costs of Musculoskeletal Diseases
Jan 23, 2023
A cross-sectional global study shows a substantial impact of obesity and BMI on the health and economic impact of patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders.
PsA Til Death Do Us Part (1.20.2023)
Jan 20, 2023
Dr. Jack Cush reviews the highlights from the past week on RheumNow.com.
AS, but not PsA, has Increased Mortality Risk
Jan 19, 2023
Inflammatory disorders are often accompanied by an increased mortality risk, either from secondary malignancy, infection or cardiovascular disease.
Phase III Trials Back Bimekizumab for Spondyloarthritis
Medpage Today
Jan 19, 2023
Bimekizumab, an investigational biologic drug targeting interleukin (IL)-17A/F, appeared highly effective in patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), researchers said.
Hydroxychloroquine Dose and Risk for Incident Retinopathy
Jan 18, 2023
A cohort study in Annals of Internal Medicine shows that higher hydroxychloroquine doses was associated with progressively greater risk for incident retinopathy.
Poorer health outcomes for at-risk patients with fractures
Jan 18, 2023
People at high risk of fracture who also have complex or multiple chronic medical conditions are less likely to receive treatment for the underlying osteoporosis and also have poorer health outcomes, according to a new study from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research.
New Guideline: Vaccinations OK With Few Tweaks for Rheum Patients
MedPage Today
Jan 17, 2023
Nearly all available vaccines can be given to people with rheumatologic diseases, according to a new, detailed guideline from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), though the timing for their administration and dosing of antirheumatic drugs may need adjustment in some cases.
Elevated Uric Acid Is Associated With New‐Onset Atrial Fibrillation
Jan 16, 2023
A Longitudinal Swedish study has shown that elevated serum uric acid (SUA) levels has cardiovascular implications and may predict the development of atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Rheum Believe it Or Not (1.13.2023)
Jan 13, 2023
Dr. Jack Cush reviews the notable standouts in the news since the 1st of January. Surprising reports on ferritin, alcohol benefits, cannabis for pain and a lower dementia risk with hydroxychloroquine. Here are the links below.
RA Disease Activity and Alcohol Use
Jan 12, 2023