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Cost-minimisation analysis of subcutaneous methotrexate versus biologic therapy for the treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis who have had an insufficient response or intolerance to oral methotrexate.
(Clinical Rheumatology, Springer Nature, 2013-12-02)This study aims to model the economic impact of subcutaneous methotrexate (SC MTX) or a biologic over a 12-month period using a hypothetical population of rheumatoid arthritis patients who failed to tolerate or respond to ... -
Safety and tolerance of vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection in systemic lupus erythematosus: results from the COVAD study
(Rheumatology, Oxford University Press, 2022-11-22)Objective: To determine COVID-19 vaccine-related adverse events (AEs) in the seven-day post-vaccination period in patients with SLE versus autoimmune rheumatic diseases (AIRDs), non-rheumatic autoimmune diseases (nrAIDs), ... -
COVID-19 vaccination in autoimmune diseases (COVAD) study: vaccine safety and tolerance in rheumatoid arthritis.
(Rheumatology, Oxford Academic, 2022-10-31)Objectives: The COVID-19 vaccination in autoimmune diseases (COVAD) study aimed to assess short-term COVID-19 vaccination-related adverse events (AEs) in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. Methods: An online self-reported ... -
COVID-19 vaccine safety during the antenatal period in women with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies.
(Rheumatology, Oxford University Press, 2022-11-12)No abstract available. -
COVID-19 severity and vaccine breakthrough infections in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, other systemic autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, and healthy controls: a multicenter cross-sectional study from the COVID-19 Vaccination in Autoimmune Diseases (COVAD) survey
(Rheumatology International, Springer Nature, 2022-10-22)Objectives We aimed to compare the spectrum and severity of COVID-19 and vaccine breakthrough infections (BIs) among patients with IIMs, other systemic autoimmune and infammatory diseases (SAIDs), and healthy controls ... -
Disparities in risk stratification guidance for patients taking immunosuppressive drugs during the COVID-19 pandemic – points to ponder.
(Journal of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, Sage Journals, 2022-06-17)No abstract available. -
Rheumatoid arthritis is associated with IgG antibodies to human endogenous retrovirus gag matrix: a potential pathogenic mechanism of disease?
(The Journal of Rheumatology, Journal of Rheumatology, 2014-10-01)Objective. Human endogenous retrovirus (HERV)-K10 has been implicated in the etiology and pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). A secondary immune response to this virus might suggest an antigen-driven response in ... -
Cancer and myositis: who, when, and how to screen.
(Best Practice and Research. Clinical Rheumatology, Elsevier., 2022-08-12)Cancer screening in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs) is essential because an increased risk of cancer in IIMs has been well demonstrated. However, a consensus regarding cancer screening approaches is lacking. ... -
The epidemiology of myasthenia gravis in Arab countries: a systematic review.
(Muscle and Nerve, Wiley Online, 2015-01-01)No abstract available. -
Is there a gender gap in global rheumatology leadership?
(Rheumatology, Oxford University Press, 2022-08-27)No abstract available. -
Impaired physical function in patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies: results from the multicentre COVAD patient-reported e-survey.
(Rheumatology, Oxford University Press., 2022-08-03)Objectives The assessment of physical function is fundamental in the management of patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). We aimed to investigate the physical function of patients with IIMs compared with ... -
COVAD survey 2 long-term outcomes: unmet need and protocol.
(Rheumatology International, Springer Nature, 2022-08-14)Vaccine hesitancy is considered a major barrier to achieving herd immunity against COVID-19. While multiple alternative and synergistic approaches including heterologous vaccination, booster doses, and antiviral drugs have ... -
The assessment of fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis patients and its impact on their quality of life.
(Clinics and Practice, MDPI, 2022-07-26)Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common autoimmune illness that manifests mostly as chronic, symmetric, and progressive polyarthritis with a global frequency of 0.3-1.0%. RA is a disease that affects people all ... -
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and autoimmune rheumatological diseases: a report of two cases and literature review.
(Cureus, Cureus, 2022-06-20)Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is a rare autoimmune disorder, and its association with other autoinflammatory diseases has been reported in this study. In this article, we are discussing two patients with ... -
The role of molecular mimicry and other factors in the association of human endogenous retroviruses and autoimmunity.
(APMIS: Journal of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2016-01-28)Human Endogenous Retroviruses (HERVs) have been implicated in autoimmune and other diseases. Molecular mimicry has been postulated as a potential mechanism of autoimmunity. Exogenous viruses have also been reported to be ... -
COVID-19 vaccination in autoimmune diseases (COVAD) study: vaccine safety in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies.
(Muscle and Nerve, Wiley Online, 2022-10-01)Abstract Introduction/Aims We studied COVID-19 vaccination-related adverse events (ADEs) 7-days post-vaccination in patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs) and other systemic autoimmune and inflammatory ... -
Pseudoaneurysm: an unusual cause of post-traumatic hand swelling.
(BMJ Case Reports, BMJ Journals, 2015-02-25)Summary Pseudoaneurysms of the hand are a rare presentation with potentially devastating consequences. We present a case of a hand pseudoaneurysm following a single episode of blunt trauma that was effectively managed by ... -
Vitiligo International Task force for an Agreed List of core data (VITAL): study protocol of a vitiligo core outcome set (COS) and contextual factors for clinical trials, registries, and clinical practice
(Trials, Springer Nature, 2022-07-23)Background There is a lack of consensus related to the collection of standardized data for individuals with vitiligo enrolled in clinical trials and registries as well as those seen in clinical practice which causes ... -
Harnessing the benefits of yoga for myositis, muscle dystrophies, and other musculoskeletal disorders
(Clinical Rheumatology, Springer Nature, 2022-11-01)The recent global increase in popularity of home-based yoga, an ancient Indian technique practiced for thousands of years, has translated into its use as a complementary therapy for a multitude of ailments. This review ... -
Designing infographics: visual representations for enhancing education, communication, and scientific research.
(Journal of Korean Medical Science, Korean Academy of Medical Sciences., 2022-07-11)Infographics are graphic visual representations of educational content, used to deliver complex information, disseminate scientific research, and drive behavioral change. Herein, we review some of the factors pertinent to ...
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