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16 Jul 2021

EMJ Podcast: Latest Developments in RET-driven lung cancer

This podcast explores the latest developments in RET‑driven lung cancer that were presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) 2021 virtual conference.
Differences in Low-Density Lipoprotein Particle Composition and Oxidation May Underlie the Paradoxical Association of Low Levels with Higher Coronary Atherosclerosis Burden in Rheumatoid Arthritis
2 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Differences in Low-Density Lipoprotein Particle Composition and Oxidation May Underlie the Paradoxical Association of Low Levels with Higher Coronary Atherosclerosis Burden in Rheumatoid Arthritis

In fact, patients with RA in the lowest low-density lipoprotein (LDL) group (<70 mg/dL) may experience an unexpectedly high CVD risk.2 The authors explored whether patients with LDL 130 mg/dL), as a reason for this risk.
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11 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Review of the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) 2021 Virtual Congress

Virtual again… once more the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) took the decision to hold their prestigious annual…
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8 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatic Diseases: Can It Solve the Treatment Management Puzzle?

This symposium was developed to consider the future role that AI might play in the management of rheumatic diseases. First, Ignacio Medrano considered the current use of AI in healthcare and its possible future applications.
3 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Managing Chronic Pain in Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

ON DAY 3 of the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) 2021 Congress, participants from across the globe accessed the virtual platform to join Jon Lampa, Associate Professor, Karolinska Institute, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden, and his panel as they explored the challenges and opportunities of managing chronic pain in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
9 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Mind the Gap: Balancing Remission and Risk of Relapse in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis

Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV) is an umbrella term for a group of rare, multisystem autoimmune…
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2 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Association Between Environmental Air Pollution and Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares

Environmental air pollution has been linked to the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).1 Nevertheless, there is no evidence linking higher concentrations of air pollutants with the risk of RA reactivations.
9 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Striking the Right Balance in Anti-neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody-Associated Vasculitis

AAV are a type of small-vessel necrotising vasculitis that manifest as systemic diseases, with pulmonary; ear, nose, and throat; and renal involvement. The key pathological feature of AAV is the presence of ANCA, which can target two neutrophil antigens, myeloperoxidase (MPO) and proteinase 3 (PR3).
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2 Mins
15 Jul 2021

Efficacy and Safety of TNF-α Antagonists and Tocilizumab in Takayasu Arteritis: Multi-centre, Retrospective Study of 209 Patients

Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a chronic inflammatory large-vessel vasculitis, predominantly affecting the aorta and its main branches.
5 Mins
15 Jul 2021

EULAR Interview: Joan Bathon

Joan Bathon | Member of the EULAR Scientific Programme Committee; Director of the Division of Rheumatology at New York-Presbyterian Hospital…