The HCPLive Rheumatology condition center page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and insights on rheumatologic disease. This page consists of interviews, articles, podcasts, and videos on the research, treatment and development of therapies for arthritis, gout, nr-AxSpA, and more.
July 25th 2024
A study found the association between physical activity engagement and reduction in depression symptoms is moderated by pain.
Advancing Care in Erosive Esophagitis: Towards a Path of Complete Healing
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Cases and Conversations™: Applying Best Practices to Prevent Shingles in Your Practice
October 16, 2024
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Tackling Inequities in IBD: Inclusive Solutions for Elevated Patient Care
October 26, 2024
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Cases and Conversations™: Keeping Up with Novel Approaches to Managing ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
November 18, 2024
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Shaping the Management of COPD with Biologic Therapy
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Elevating Care for PAH: Applying Recommended Management Approaches to Maximize Outcomes
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Clinical Consultations™: Managing Depressive Episodes in Patients with Bipolar Disorder Type II
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Expert Illustrations & Commentaries™: Exploring the Role of Novel Agents for the Management of IgA Nephropathy
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Medical Crossfire®: Understanding the Advances in Bipolar Disease Treatment—A Comprehensive Look at Treatment Selection Strategies
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'REEL’ Time Patient Counseling: The Diagnostic and Treatment Journey for Patients With Bipolar Disorder Type II – From Primary to Specialty Care
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‘REEL’ Time Patient Counseling™: Navigating the Complex Journey of Diagnosing and Managing Fabry Disease
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Clinical ShowCase™: Finding the Best Path Forward for Patients with COPD
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Expert Illustrations & Commentaries™: Envisioning Novel Therapeutic Approaches to Managing ANCA-associated Vasculitis
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Surv.AI Says™: What Clinicians and Patients Are Saying About Glucose Management in the Technology Age
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A Tethered Approach to Type 2 Diabetes Care – Connecting Insulin Regimens with Digital Technology
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Patient, Provider & Caregiver Connection™: Implementing an Effective Management Plan to Improve Outcomes in IgA Nephropathy
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Q&A: HLA-B27 Influence on Patients with Peripheral Spondyloarthritis Phenotype
January 16th 2023In this Q&A, Mireia Moreno, MD, discussed the findings of a study that evaluated the influence of HLA-B27 in the phenotypical expression of peripheral spondyloarthritis (pSpA), including psoriatic arthritis, which is the most well-defined pSpA.
Long-Term Cumulative Joint Inflammation Linked to Joint Damage Progression in Rheumatoid Arthritis
In the post-hoc analysis, an association between cumulative local joint swelling and progression of radiographic damage in the same joint was observed in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Adverse Reactions, Disease Activity Cited as Disease-Dependent Factors for Biosimilar Refusal
Disease-dependent factors, such as a history of adverse reactions to bio-originators and disease activity, influenced patients' acceptance of switching from a biologic to a biosimilar.
Distress Negatively Impacts Functionality of Patients with Fibromyalgia Experiencing Pain
The cross-sectional study evaluated the relationship between the mediating variable, distress, and pain and functionality in patients with fibromyalgia after controlling for age, gender, and income.
COVID-19 Pandemic Worsens Mental Health in Women with Fibromyalgia
“Although the evolution of COVID-19 is favorable worldwide, multiple variables related to psychological health and the response to stressors seem to have triggered symptomatologic responses in fibromyalgia patients,” investigators stated.
Early Achievement of Minimal Disease Activity Linked to Better Outcomes in Psoriatic Arthritis
Patients with psoriatic arthritis who achieve minimal disease activity during the first year of diagnosis are shown to experience better health-related quality of life, improved mental wellbeing, and reduced fatigue.
TNFi Treatment did not Increase Incidence of Hematological Malignancies in Psoriatic Arthritis
Although the incidence rates were similar among those treated with TNFi and biologics-naïve patients, patients with psoriatic arthritis had a 35% increased risk when compared with the general population.
ACR Identifies an Ongoing Need to Increase Interest in Pediatric Rheumatology
Potential barriers to an interest in pediatric rheumatology include inadequate exposure and mentorship within these specialties, as well as long periods of required training and lower compensation for pediatric specialists.