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Long-term follow-up after scleral lens fixation in patients with Marfan syndrome
Abstract Background The dislocation of the crystalline lens is a common finding in patients with Marfan syndrome (MFS). Scleral intraocular lens (IOL) fixation is an accepted... -
Expression of adiponectin in the subchondral bone of lumbar facet joints with...
Abstract Background Osteoarthritis research has been most commonly performed in the setting of the articular cartilage of the knee. To the best of our knowledge, no studies have... -
Optimizing adalimumab treatment in psoriasis with concomitant methotrexate (O...
Abstract Background The introduction of anti-tumor necrosis factor medications has revolutionized the treatment of psoriasis with achievement of treatment goals (Psoriasis Area... -
Outcomes and early revision rate after medial unicompartmental knee arthropla...
Abstract Background This prospective study evaluates outcomes and reoperation rates for unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) from a single non-designer surgeon using... -
Effectiveness of Boswellia and Boswellia extract for osteoarthritis patients:...
Abstract Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is the commonest form of inflammatory joint disease. Unfortunately, to date, there is no appropriate treatment for OA. Boswellia serrata... -
Gout and sexual function: patient perspective of how gout affects personal re...
Abstract Background In absence of previous studies, we assessed how gout impacts relationship and intimacy with spouse/significant other. Methods We enrolled a convenience... -
iNOS is not responsible for RyR1 S-nitrosylation in mdx mice with truncated d...
Abstract Background Previous research indicated that nitric oxide synthase (NOS) is the key molecule for S-nitrosylation of ryanodine receptor 1 (RyR1) in DMD model mice (mdx... -
The link between lateral trunk flexion in Parkinson’s disease and vestibular ...
The link between lateral trunk flexion in Parkinson’s disease and vestibular dysfunction: A clinical study -
Retrospective review of immobilization vs. immediate resumption of activity i...
Abstract Background Intraarticular corticosteroid injection (IACI) is one of the most common treatments in oligoarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Activity... -
Levels of CXCL13 and sICAM-1 correlate with disease activity score in patient...
Abstract Background Tocilizumab (TCZ), a humanized monoclonal antibody against the interleukin-6 receptor, has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for rheumatoid... -
Comparison among ACR1997, SLICC and the new EULAR/ACR classification criteria...
Abstract Background To date there are no specific classification criteria for childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (cSLE). This study aims to compare the performance... -
Rheumatoid factor, not antibodies against citrullinated proteins, is associat...
Abstract Introduction Although the prognostic value of rheumatoid factor (RF) and autoantibodies against citrullinated proteins (ACPAs) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis... -
Abatacept in rheumatoid arthritis: survival on drug, clinical outcomes, and t...
Abstract Background There are limited data regarding efficacy of abatacept treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) outside clinical trials. Quality registers have been useful... -
Similarities in clinical course and outcome between juvenile idiopathic arthr...
Abstract Background To analyze whether ANA-positive idiopathic anterior uveitis differs from JIA-associated uveitis concerning clinical course, response to treatment, and... -
<b><i>RENACER</i></b> study: Assessment of 12-month efficacy and safety of 16...
Objective: To assess effectiveness and safety of certolizumab PEGol (CZP) in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients after 12 months of treatment and to detect predictors of... -
The Brazilian Society of Rheumatology guidelines for axial spondyloarthritis ...
Abstract Spondyloarthritis is a group of chronic inflammatory systemic diseases characterized by axial and/or peripheral joints inflammation, as well as extra-articular... -
Impact of midfoot and Hindfoot involvement on functional disability in Korean...
Abstract Background Foot involvement in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients has been reported to severely affect functional capacity and quality of life. We aimed to determine... -
Positive association of tomato consumption with serum urate: support for toma...
Abstract Background Gout is a consequence of an innate immune reaction to monosodium urate crystals deposited in joints. Acute gout attacks can be triggered by dietary factors... -
Determinants of patient preferences for total knee replacement: African-Ameri...
Abstract Introduction Patient preferences contribute to marked racial disparities in the utilization of total knee replacement (TKR). The objectives of this study were to... -
A systematic review of cytokines in chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephal...
Abstract Background Cytokines in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Systemic Exertion Intolerance Disease (CFS/ME/SEID) patients compared with healthy controls...
