Editorial Board
Publication date: July 2018Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist, Volume 40, Issue 3Author(s): (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 13, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Serum interleukin-23 level in rheumatoid arthritis patients: Relation to disease activity and severity
ConclusionIL-23 could be a useful marker for disease activity in RA. Its correlation with RASS suggested that IL-23 might be a therapeutic target for prevention of disability. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 11, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Clinical significance of aortic stiffness, carotid intima-media thickness and serum osteoprotegerin level in rheumatoid arthritis patients
ConclusionRA is an independent risk factor associated with cardiovascular events. For determining this risk, measuring the serum OPG, CIMT and aortic stiffness may be a useful guide. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 11, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Factors leading to work absenteeism in Tunisian ankylosing spondylitis patients
ConclusionAbsenteeism is high amongst Tunisian AS patients. Work conditions were important factors of absenteeism in Tunisian AS patients that directly influence productivity. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Acute severe cutaneous methotrexate toxicity in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis: Report of a rare side effect
Conclusion: Although MTX is an option of great therapeutic value for RA. Rheumatologists and Dermatologists need to be alert to the possibility of cutaneous adverse events associated with MTX therapy. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Diagnostic value of salivary gland ultrasonography for Sjӧgren's syndrome in patients with sicca symptoms
ConclusionSGUS is a noninvasive method with high diagnostic value for diagnosis of primary and secondary SS. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
The effectiveness of etanercept and adalimumab on anemia of chronic disease and serum hepcidin in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, a comparative study
ConclusionsTreatment with etanercept or adalimumab plus MTX significantly improved ACD in RA patients without significant differences between them. Serum hepcidin is a potential indicator for anemia of chronic disease and disease activity in RA patients. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Serum serotonin in rheumatoid arthritis patients: Relation to rheumatoid factor positivity, clinical manifestations and fibromyalgia
ConclusionSerum serotonin level was high in RA, especially in seropositive patients. It demonstrated central antidepressant and peripheral pro-inflammatory role. The SSRI could be of benefit only in RA with FMS. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Ultrasonographic evaluation of haemodynamic flow changes to the hip in systemic lupus erythematosus patients: Correlation with risk factors for osteonecrosis
ConclusionThe presence of associated risk factors for ON contributes to haemodynamic flow changes. Color Doppler ultrasound represents a useful tool for the assessment and follow-up for haemodynamic deterioration of hip vascularity in both hip joints. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Quality of life in fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis patients: Comparison of different scales
ConclusionsRA patients had worse QoL than FMS and OA according to PCS and MCS. SF-12 and SF-6D can be used instead of SF-36 or WHOQoL Brief scales for faster results. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Erythrocyte and glomerular C4d deposits as a biomarker for active lupus nephritis
ConclusionErythrocytic C4d correlated significantly with the LN activity which might serve as a potential biomarker for renal activity in the future instead of biopsy and may further help in the optimum follow up of LN patients. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Clinical and laboratory characteristics in septic arthritis patients with and without isolated germs
ConclusionPatients with isolated and non-isolated germs have similar epidemiologic, clinical, biological and radiological characteristics. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
An unusual case of intestinal pseudo-obstruction presenting in an adolescent with juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus: A diagnostic challenge
ConclusionIntestinal pseudo-obstruction is an unusual clinical manifestation of SLE and may represent a diagnostic challenge. We underscore the importance of a prompt and precise recognition of this condition, which is likely to have a positive impact on clinical outcomes. IpsO is caused by a non-mechanical obstructive bowel injury. Evidence points towards to the use of IgG and steroid for five days as the mainstay of therapy for patients with IpsO. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Frequency of axial spondyloarthritis in Tunisian patients with inflammatory bowel diseases
ConclusionsDue to the high frequency, an early diagnosis of spondyloarthritis in patients with inflammatory bowel disease by thorough clinical exam and standard pelvic X-rays should be recommended. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Effectiveness, safety and drug survival of tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors in the treatment of spondyloarthritis: A real-life study in Tunisia
ConclusionAnti-TNFα therapy has a good response rate in SpA patients and an acceptable safety profile which explains the high drug survival rates. (Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist)
Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 10, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
