Latest Rheumatology News
Prevalence of Knee OA Lower With Menopausal Hormone Therapy
by modernClinician Editorial Team
For postmenopausal women, the prevalence of knee osteoarthritis is lower with menopausal hormone therapy use, according to a study published online Dec. 21 in Menopause.
Hemochromatosis Mutation Linked to Other Morbidity
by modernClinician Editorial Team
HFE p.C282Y homozygosity, the most common gene mutation causing hereditary hemochromatosis (type 1), is associated with other morbidity in men and women, according to a study published online Jan. 16 in The BMJ.
American College of Physicians Releases 7th Edition of Ethics Manual
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Ethical principles are discussed in an updated Ethics Manual, issued by the American College of Physicians and published as a supplement to the Jan. 15 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Study Explores Influence of Genetics, Environment in Disease
by modernClinician Editorial Team
The influence of heritability and environmental factors has been identified for a large number of phenotypes, according to a study published online Jan. 14 in Nature Genetics.
Congenital Ichthyosis Linked to Allergic Disorders
Gene Mutation Identified That Increases Lung Cancer Risk
Genetics, Diabetes Tied to MASLD-Associated Cirrhosis Before Age 50
Family History of CRC Increases CRC Risk Similarly in IBD, General Population
Rheumatic Immune-Related AEs With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors More Severe Than Previously Reported
Anifrolumab Tied to Lower Hospitalization, Infection Risk in Lupus
Updated COVID-19 Shot Beneficial for Those With Autoimmune Rheumatic Disease
Distinct Characteristics ID"d for Patients With Rheumatoid Conditions, Opioid Use Disorder