Altered thiol status in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

abstract：:Here we evaluated whether 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins) have beneficial effects for collagen-induced arthritis (CIA). DBA/1 mice were immunized with bovine type-II collagen and administered 100 mg/kg of pravastatin interperitoneally. We measured the effects of pravastatin for CIA...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Yamagata T,Kinoshita K,Nozaki Y,Sugiyama M,Ikoma S,Funauchi M

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim was to further characterize the SKG model of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and its potential for studying intervention treatments, with special focus on bone targeting therapies. Three individual studies were conducted, using a total of 71 SKG mice, comparing arthritis induction with mannan versus zymosan A, femal...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Keller KK,Lindgaard LM,Wogensen L,Dagnæs-Hansen F,Thomsen JS,Sakaguchi S,Stengaard-Pedersen K,Hauge EM

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Parenchymal neuro-Behçet disease (NBD) is a serious clinic condition with a sub-acute or chronic disease course that results in incapability through pyramidal tract involvement. Though well-known consequences can deter a patient's life, both urinary symptoms and sexual dysfunction are underestimated complications of N...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Taylan A,Birlik M

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the "hand anatomic index" (HAI--a quantitative measure of hand deformity) in systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) and to compare it with the other measures of hand deformity and functional impairment. The HAI (measure of open hand span minus closed hand span/lateral height of hand) was determined in 30 patien...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Roberts-Thomson AJ,Massy-Westropp N,Smith MD,Ahern MJ,Highton J,Roberts-Thomson PJ

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acromegaly is a chronic endocrinopathy characterized by hypersecretion of growth hormone (GH) and consequently of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). The arthropathy in acromegaly is the most frequent and important cause of morbidity and functional disability in acromegaly. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a rarely repo...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Aydın Y,Coşkun H,Kır S,Yazici S,Kudaş Ö,Güngör A

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Previous studies have shown that fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is associated with low level of physical activity and exercise, which may lead to an increased risk of osteoporosis. However, studies of bone mineral density (BMD) in fibromyalgia have shown conflicting results. Thus, we conducted a systematic review and met...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Upala S,Yong WC,Sanguankeo A

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:C4A and C4B levels were measured in serum from 246 normal individuals. Complement-mediated solubilisation, assayed using alkaline phosphatase anti-alkaline phosphatase immune complexes (IC), correlated with both C4A and C4B levels. However, C4A and C4B levels showed no correlation with solubilisation of bovine serum a...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Holme ER,Veitch J,Johnston A,McKay IC,Whaley K

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the study is to determine the prevalence of and factors associated with major depression among those with Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) in a Canadian representative sample. The study was a secondary analysis of a large, nationally representative sample from the Canadian Community Health Survey. The full sampl...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Fuller-Thomson E,Nimigon-Young J,Brennenstuhl S

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated the frequency of secondary amyloidosis, associated clinical features, and outcomes in ankylosing spondylitis (AS) patients diagnosed in the last decade. The medical records of AS patients diagnosed at single academic medical center were reviewed for clinical evidence of amyloidosis. During routine follow-...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Dönmez S,Pamuk ÖN,Pamuk GE,Aydoğdu E,Inman R

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the intracellular mechanisms of substance P induced oxyradical production in rheumatoid synovial cells by the luminol-dependent chemiluminescence method. After stimulation with substance P (30 microM), single synovial A (macrophage-like) or B (fibroblast-like) cells released oxyradicals such as superoxide ...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Tanabe T,Otani H,Mishima K,Ogawa R,Inagaki C

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arthrocutaneous disorders including Reiter's syndrome, psoriasiform rashes, and other forms of chronic arthritis and enthesopathy, such as psoriatic arthritis, occur with an increased prevalence in the setting of HIV infection. Herein we describe the spectrum and prevalence of musculoskeletal and allied skin disorders...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Brancato L,Itescu S,Skovron ML,Solomon G,Winchester R

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a typical case of a patient with remitting seronegative symmetrical synovitis and pitting edema (RS(3)PE) syndrome. He underwent a successful clinical course monitored by serologic variables and radiographic methods. Serum levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), matrix me...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Kawashiri SY,Nakano M,Kawakami A,Eguchi K

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetic muscular infarct (DMI) is a rare condition, which begins with acute onset of extremity pain and swelling. Patients usually have long-standing disease and poorly controlled diabetes mellitus (DM). Thigh muscle group is the most commonly involved side, while lower leg involvement is rare. We represent herein a ...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Uçan H,Alemdaroğlu E,Yoldaş TK,Erdem Özdamar S,Akyüz M,Hatipoğlu C

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are life-threatening dermatological conditions that are characterized by mucosal erosions, epidermal detachments and erosions. The most common causes of SJS and TEN are drugs; other causes such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), vaccinations and i...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Marija S,Ivana B,Nina R,Dragan N,Zlatko B,Branislav J,Jelena P,Dusica S

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) is difficult to distinguish from various forms of inflammatory arthritis, including psoriatic arthritis (PsA), rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. A 67-year-old Japanese male had been treated for psoriasis vulgaris for 13 years. Numbness of his right arm an...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Taniguchi T,Maejima H,Watarai A,Aki R,Katsuoka K

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To define the relationship between serum anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies (anti-CCP) and disease activity, and to construct a new disease activity index by using anti-CCP in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). One hundred and five RA patients were included. Disease activity based on DAS28-ESR and serum anti-CCP was...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Esalatmanesh K,Jamali R,Jamali A,Jamali B,Nikbakht M

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, scientific efforts on the topic "gout" have focused on pathogenetic aspects. This has opened new strategies of anti-inflammatory therapy and has improved urate-lowering therapy. So far, a scientometric analysis of the topic "gout" has not been generated despite an increased need for it in times of mod...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Gerber A,Groneberg DA,Klingelhöfer D,Bundschuh M

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy presented at rheumatologic consultation, its ulcerative variant is rarely described. We report of a case of severe bilateral medial nerve palsy, presented to us for diagnosis of chronic digital ulcers which had been suspected to be rheumatolog...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Perdan-Pirkmajer K,Praprotnik S,Tomšič M

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteopoikilosis, a form of osteosclerotic disorders, is a rare bone dysplasia with typical radiologic findings. The pathology, which sometimes requires attention in differential diagnosis due to its radiologic appearance, has been reported previously with other diseases. In this report, a case diagnosed with both reac...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Mesci E

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using different monoclonal antibodies, we performed an immunofluorescent technique on labial salivary glands in order to investigate the immunological phenomena involved in Sjögren's syndrome (SS). An aberrant expression of HLA-DR molecules was detected on cytoplasm of epithelial labial salivary cells in 9 out of 19 (...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Caretto A,Ostuni PA,Chieco-Bianchi F,Pedini B,Spadaccino AC,Bagnasco M,Todesco S,Betterle C

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chlamydia trachomatis (Ct)-induced arthritis (CtIA) is characterized by persistent Ct infection, which stimulates secretion of cytokines in vitro. We therefore investigated whether CtIA patients have a unique cytokine profile in synovial fluid or serum in vivo. Because underlying Ct infection is overlooked in a high p...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Jendro MC,Raum E,Schnarr S,Köhler L,Zeidler H,Kuipers JG,Martin M

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonists are among the most effective therapies for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), yet not all patients show a response. Using meta-analysis, this present study was designed to investigate whether or not the TNF-alpha promoter -308 A/G polymorphism is associated with responsiveness to anti-T...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Lee YH,Rho YH,Choi SJ,Ji JD,Song GG

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aims of this study were to assess the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with self-reported rheumatic diseases (RD), to classify self-reported rheumatic patients in groups according to their health state and to explore the associations between health status and sociodemographic variables. Data came...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Ferreira PL,Gonçalves SP,Ferreira LN,Pereira LN,Antunes P,Gouveia N,Rodrigues A,Canhão H,Branco J

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To describe the profile of Enthesitis Related Arthritis' (ERA) patients, in the era of biologic DMARDs (bDMARDs). This retrospective cohort study included patients with ERA monitored on a 3-month schedule for at least 1 year. Their metric assessment included the disease status and damage by applying the contemporary t...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Deligeorgakis D,Trachana M,Pratsidou-Gertsi P,Dimopoulou D,Haidich AB,Garyfallos A

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are numerous causes of pulmonary cavitary lesions as infection (bacterial, parasitic and invasive fungal), Wegener granulomatosis (WG) and other vasculitis, sarcoidosis, malignancy, septic thromboembolism, airways disease (cystic bronchiectasis and bullae), pneumatoceles and traumatic parenchymal laceration. Her...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Işik M,Çinar E,Cemal Kizilarslanoğlu M,Özbek E,Etgül S,Kiraz S

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hand osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disorder leading to substantial pain and disability. The most severe subtype is erosive hand OA characterized by an abrupt onset, local inflammation, subchondral erosions and worse outcomes than non-erosive disease. Biomarkers of hand OA could help to diagnose th...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Lennerová T,Pavelka K,Šenolt L

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the study was to evaluate the frequency of extra-articular manifestations (EAMs) of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in a series of patients from nine Italian rheumatology clinics. A total of 587 patients underwent direct questioning, complete physical evaluation, and review of medical records and laboratory data....

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Cimmino MA,Salvarani C,Macchioni P,Montecucco C,Fossaluzza V,Mascia MT,Punzi L,Davoli C,Filippini D,Numo R

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 7-year-old child was first admitted for persistent fever of 15-day duration and suspected meningitis. Kawasaki syndrome was lately diagnosed upon the recognition of an extensive diffuse coronary artery damage characterized by medium-sized aneurysms of the epicardial vessels. An eccentric thrombus along the inferior ...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： De Rosa G,Cefalo MG,Marano R,Piastra M,Delogu AB,Rigante D

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease that causes joint pain, inflammation, and loss of function. Disease pathogenesis involves activation and proliferation of autoreactive pro-inflammatory effector T cells. While the details of RA onset and progression remain controversial, dendritic cell (DC) nu...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Yu MB,Langridge WHR

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Neprilysin (neutral endopeptidase, 3:4:24:11, CD10) (NEP) is a Zn metallopeptidase linked to controlling inflammation through the degradation of neuropeptides involved in neurogenic inflammation of chronic rheumatic diseases. The aim of our study was to evaluate circulating activity and cellular expression of...

journal_title：Rheumatology international

authors： Simonini G,Azzari C,Gelli AM,Giani T,Calabri GB,Leoncini G,Del Rosso A,Generini S,Cimaz R,Cerinic MM,Falcini F

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00