Understanding of cytokines and targeted therapy in macrophage activation syndrome.

abstract：:Inequality of leg lengths is associated with low back pain, greater trochanteric bursitis, and degenerative hip disease. The pelvic obliquity that results from a discrepancy of leg lengths may contribute to degenerative changes in the lumbar spine. The diagnosis of leg length inequality may be overlooked. If this occu...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Rothenberg RJ

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Thoracic lymphadenopathy (LA) has been identified as a key prognostic factor in interstitial lung disease (ILD) of all-cause. Crystalline silica is a risk factor of systemic sclerosis (SSc). The association of a history of crystalline silica exposure with chest high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) feature...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Ballerie A,Cavalin C,Lederlin M,Nicolas A,Garlantézec R,Jouneau S,Lecureur V,Cazalets C,Belhomme N,Paris C,Rosental PA,Jégo P,Lescoat A

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To study the prevalence and characteristics of retinal vascular disease in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and to analyze their relationship with antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL) and other serological markers. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Eighty-two consecutive patients (77 women and 5 men; mean a...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Montehermoso A,Cervera R,Font J,Ramos-Casals M,García-carrasco M,Formiga F,Callejas JL,Jorfán M,Griñó MC,Ingelmo M

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical course of 52 cases with eosinophilic fasciitis observed at the Mayo Clinic has been described. Cutaneous changes included pitting edema, peau d'orange, and induration, and may affect virtually any body surface area. In addition, localized morphea was present in 15 cases. Arthritis was observed in 21 patie...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Lakhanpal S,Ginsburg WW,Michet CJ,Doyle JA,Moore SB

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the epidemiology, presentation, diagnosis, treatment, pathogenesis, and genetics of the syndrome known under the acronym of SAPHO for Synovitis, Acne, Pustulosis, Hyperostosis, and Osteitis to heighten awareness of this entity. METHODS:We conducted a Medline search using SAPHO syndrome, chronic rec...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Nguyen MT,Borchers A,Selmi C,Naguwa SM,Cheema G,Gershwin ME

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Methotrexate therapy has been effective in the treatment of RA with short term experience suggesting little serious adverse reactions. Our review of 168 patients receiving methotrexate has identified nine patients with probable or possible methotrexate-induced pulmonary toxicity, giving a prevalence of 5% and an incid...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Carson CW,Cannon GW,Egger MJ,Ward JR,Clegg DO

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Some epidemiological aspects of Paget's disease were examined using questionnaires completed by 864 patients with physician-diagnosed Paget's disease and 500 controls of similar ages. Specifically studied were issues of familial aggregation of the disorder, history of exposure to certain infectious diseases, other med...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Siris ES

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an important tool in the evaluation of neuromuscular disorders. MRI accurately demonstrates muscle oedema, atrophy, subcutaneous pathology and fatty infiltration and also highlights the distribution of muscle involvement. This review examines the role of MRI in evaluation of the idi...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Day J,Patel S,Limaye V

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To contrast and compare the spectrum of remitting seronegative symmetrical synovitis with pitting edema (RS3PE) with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) using an illustrative case. METHODS:The relevant English literature of RS3PE was searched using the keywords "RS3PE" alone and in combination with terms such as neop...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Yao Q,Su X,Altman RD

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:ACTH, a member of the melanocortin group of proteins, has long been used in the treatment of gout and is considered as an alternative therapeutic option, especially in difficult-to-treat patients. METHODS:We performed a systematic electronic search (Medline and ScienceDirect) using the keywords gout, treatm...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Daoussis D,Antonopoulos I,Andonopoulos AP

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a clear difference between TB infection and TB. Transition from the former to the latter involves host factors and perhaps environmental elements. Currently, more individuals with immunosuppressive situations caused by aging, debilitating diseases, immunosuppressive therapies, and HIV-III infection are predis...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Garrido G,Gomez-Reino JJ,Fernández-Dapica P,Palenque E,Prieto S

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyze the effectiveness of immunosuppressants and biological therapies in autoimmune posterior uveitis, chronic anterior uveitis associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and macular edema. METHODS:Systematic review. We conducted a sensitive literature search in Medline (from 1961) and EMBASE (fro...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Pato E,Muñoz-Fernández S,Francisco F,Abad MA,Maese J,Ortiz A,Carmona L,Uveitis Working Group from Spanish Society of Rheumatology.

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review epidemiological studies dealing with the temporal and geographic variability in the occurrence of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and clinical studies that address the variability of severity and manifestations among populations. METHODS:An extensive search of the literature, including a Medline search, ...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Abdel-Nasser AM,Rasker JJ,Valkenburg HA

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To discuss the current terminologies used for fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and related overlapping conditions, to examine if central sensitivity syndromes (CSS) is the appropriate nosology for these disorders, and to explore the issue of disease versus illness. METHODS:A literature search was performed throu...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Yunus MB

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the capacity of B-Mode ultrasonography (B-Mode US) and electron-beam computed tomography (EBCT) to detect arterial changes in Takayasu's arteritis. METHODS:EBCT angiography of the thoracoabdominal aorta and pulmonary artery, and B-mode US of large superficial arteries (common carotid, subclavian...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Lefebvre C,Rance A,Paul JF,Beguin C,Bletry O,Amoura Z,Piette JC,Fiessinger JN

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Retropharyngeal calcific tendinitis (RCT) is an under-recognized benign condition that results in significant neck pain and may mimic a retropharyngeal abscess (RPA). We describe the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of RCT as well as features that differentiate it from RPA. METHODS:We present...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Park R,Halpert DE,Baer A,Kunar D,Holt PA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the epidemiology, clinical presentation, pathogenesis, imaging, differential diagnosis, complications, and treatment of popliteal cysts. METHODS:References were taken from MEDLINE from 1985 to 1998 under the subject "Popliteal Cyst" with subheadings of Radiography, Ultrasonography, and Radionuclide...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Handy JR

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Current interpretation of nailfold capillaroscopy is largely based on qualitative and subjective parameters. These parameters make the accurate assessment of the extent of the nailfold microangiopathy difficult. The authors present a comprehensive method in which several quantitative or semiquantitative parameters are...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Andrade LE,Gabriel Júnior A,Assad RL,Ferrari AJ,Atra E

更新日期：1990-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid pericarditis occurs in approximately one third of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. However, clinically apparent rheumatoid pericarditis is infrequent. The authors found clinical pericarditis in 12 of 960 patients admitted for RA, 5 of whom had manifestations of cardiac compression. These 5 had longer dur...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Escalante A,Kaufman RL,Quismorio FP Jr,Beardmore TD

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Systemic sclerosis (SSc) causes functional and structural microcirculatory dysfunction, affecting also distal extremities. Optical Near-InfraRed Spectroscopy (NIRS) of blood HbO2 saturation (stO2) is able to evaluate O2 delivery/consumption balance in the explored tissue. The NIRS-sensitive camera non-invasi...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Gargani L,Bruni C,Barskova T,Hartwig V,Marinelli M,Trivella MG,Matucci-Cerinic M,L'Abbate A

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To systematically review the evidence for a synergistic effect of combining rehabilitation with biological anti-tumour necrosis factor (TNF) therapy in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). METHODS:Data were analysed to identify the most effective rehabilitation programmes, the best endpoints for effec...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Lubrano E,Spadaro A,Amato G,Benucci M,Cavazzana I,Chimenti MS,Ciancio G,D Alessandro G,Angelis R,Lupoli S,Lurati AM,Naclerio C,Russo R,Semeraro A,Tomietto P,Zuccaro C,De Marco G

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition with increased all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. Accumulating evidence indicates that the immune and autonomic nervous systems (ANS) are major contributors to the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease. We performed the first systematic lite...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Adlan AM,Lip GY,Paton JF,Kitas GD,Fisher JP

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To present the data supporting the possible relationship of ocular toxoplasmosis to antitumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) therapy in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). METHODS:A Medline search was performed using the words "toxoplasmosis, anti-TNF-alpha antagonists, chorioretinitis." We report 2...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Lassoued S,Zabraniecki L,Marin F,Billey T

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aims to evaluate whether serum Bisphenol A (BPA) is a risk factor for hyperuricemia. METHODS:In this prospective study, a total of 482 participants without hyperuricemia were enrolled at baseline and followed up for 6 years. Clinical characteristics were recorded, and serum levels of uric acid and...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Hu J,Peng C,Li J,Gao R,Zhang A,Ma L,Zhang L,Yang Y,Cheng Q,Wang Y,Luo T,Wang Z,Qing H,Yang S,Li Q

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine cross-sectionally the influence of risk factors on chronic pain following total joint replacement (TJR) of the knee (TKR) or the hip (THR). METHODS:Eight hundred sixty post-TKR and 928 post-THR patients were studied. Western Ontario and McMaster Osteoarthritis Index pain scores taken on average...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Valdes AM,Doherty SA,Zhang W,Muir KR,Maciewicz RA,Doherty M

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Arthralgia is among the most frequent musculoskeletal symptoms occurring in patients with chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis (CLT), often causing pain and physical impairment over extended periods of time. Our study aims to characterize arthralgia and, in particular, polyarthralgia (PA) associated with CLT and ...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Punzi L,Sfriso P,Pianon M,Schiavon F,Ramonda R,Cozzi F,Todesco S

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess anti-TNF-α therapy response in uveitis associated with sarcoidosis refractory to conventional immunosuppressive therapy. METHODS:Open-label, multicenter, retrospective study on patients with sarcoid uveitis who underwent anti-TNF-α therapy because of inadequate response to conventional therapy inc...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Riancho-Zarrabeitia L,Calvo-Río V,Blanco R,Mesquida M,Adan AM,Herreras JM,Aparicio Á,Peiteado-Lopez D,Cordero-Coma M,García Serrano JL,Ortego-Centeno N,Maíz O,Blanco A,Sánchez-Bursón J,González-Suárez S,Fonollosa A,Santos

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-two patients with rheumatoid arthritis, 3 with seronegative juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, 4 with systemic lupus erythematosus, and 4 with psoriatic arthritis have undergone therapeutic pheresis at our institution over the last 3 yr. Lymphoplasmapheresis appears to be the most effective form of pheresis in trea...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Wallace DJ,Goldfinger D,Thompson-Breton R,Martin V,Lowe CM,Bluestone R,Klinenberg JR

更新日期：1980-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mechanical injury is the most important risk factor in osteoarthritis (OA) development. Although once considered a passive disease of mechanical attrition, injury drives active mechanosensitive intracellular signalling which affects the structural and symptomatic course of disease. Mechanosensitive signalling in carti...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Vincent TL

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Aging may be a risk factor for morbidity in anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV). We compared the rate and better characterized the type of disease- and treatment-related complications affecting young and elderly patients with AAV. METHODS:All new cases of granulomatosis wi...

journal_title：Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

authors： Berti A,Felicetti M,Monti S,Ortolan A,Padoan R,Brunori G,Bortolotti R,Caporali R,Montecucco C,Schiavon F,Paolazzi G

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00