Validation of a Definition of Flare in Patients With Established Gout

ConclusionThe definition of gout flare that requires fulfillment of at least 3 of 4 patient‐reported criteria is now validated to be sensitive, specific, and accurate for gout flares, as demonstrated using an independent large international patient sample. The availability of a validated gout flare definition will improve the ascertainment of an important clinical outcome in studies of gout.

Source: Arthritis and Rheumatism - February 6, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Angelo L. Gaffo, Nicola Dalbeth, Kenneth G. Saag, Jasvinder A. Singh, Elizabeth J. Rahn, Amy S. Mudano, Yi ‐Hsing Chen, Ching‐Tsai Lin, Sandra Bourke, Worawit Louthrenoo, Janitzia Vazquez‐Mellado, Hansel Hernández‐Llinas, Tuhina Neogi, Ana Beatri Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research