Role of cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP) as a prognostic biomarker in follow-up of early rheumatoid arthritis patients: Correlation to musculoskeletal ultrasonographic findings

ConclusionsCOMP significantly correlated with disease activity in early RA and could be used as a marker of activity. It correlates significantly with synovial inflammation detected by power Doppler. COMP may reflect the outcome and could be used as a prognostic marker in RA patients. COMP did not significantly correlate with bone erosions.
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research